Press Releases

Third-Quarter Highlights: Operating income margins of 24.3 percent, up 0.9 percentage points year-on-year Organic local-currency sales growth of 1.2 percent, positive across all geographic areas...

New NID offers fast, secure FTTH installations with low-loss factory-made connections An experienced network provider can quickly connect a single family home in about 8 minutes with the newly...

3M (NYSE:MMM) today announced the following investor events: Third-quarter 2015 earnings conference call on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, at 8 a.m. CDT. The live webcast, press release and supporting...

Advanced materials from 3M provide lightweight, high-performance torso protection As the U.S. Armed Forces seek to improve agility and mobility, the U.S. Army is making great efforts to reduce the...

Hannah Herbst Awarded $25,000 and Named America’s Top Young Scientist in Nation’s Premier Middle School Science Competition for Her Prototype that Provides Power from Ocean Currents Discovery...

3M has entered into a licensing agreement with Lotus Applied Technology to access Lotus’s TransFlexALDTM spatial Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and barrier materials patent portfolio....

3M announced today that Jim L. Bauman has been appointed to the position of executive vice president, Electronics and Energy Business Group, effective immediately. He replaces Michael A. Kelly who...

3M today announced that it has completed the sale of assets of its North American Library Systems business to One Equity Partners Capital Advisors L.P. (OEP). 3M also announced that it has entered...

3M today announced that 3M France has received a binding offer from Hills Numberplates Limited to purchase 100 percent of the shares of Faab Fabricauto, a wholly-owned subsidiary of 3M and part of...

3M signs strategic agreements with Impel to accelerate commercialization and cost effectiveness of POD technology platform and Impel’s growing portfolio of enhanced CNS products. 3M Drug...

Touchscreen fingertips, cut resistance and winter wear among new product features Electricians, contractors and other industry professionals now have double the options for 3M brand safety gloves....

3M™ Organic Vapor Service Life Indicator Cartridges 6000i Series can help give users added confidence in determining when to replace their cartridge Using a respirator cartridge beyond its...

New 3M Glass Bubbles HGS4K28 developed to improve oil and gas well productivity in depleted zones and weaker formations 3M Advanced Materials Division debuted its newest 3M™ Glass Bubbles...

Bringing Digital Science to PPE Management EHS professionals are inundated with piles of paperwork to document issuance, maintenance and inspections of personal protective equipment (PPE)....

Nexcare Waterproof Bandages are put to the test in winner’s video debuting today With summer coming to an end, the team from Nexcare Brand from 3M Company today unveiled the winning idea from...

PEZY/ExaScaler take top three spots using 3M immersion coolant PEZY Computing, a Japan-based, microprocessor company, earned the top three rankings on the Green500 list, using a 3M™...

Stake will bolster 3M’s relevance in ergonomic products for the industrial safety market 3M Safety and Graphics Business Group announces a minority equity investment in StrongArm Technologies...

3M today announced that it is exploring strategic alternatives for its global Health Information Systems business. These alternatives, all of which are focused on building upon the business’...

3M Food Safety announced today that its 3M™ Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Listeria monocytogeneshas been approved by the AOAC® Performance Tested MethodsSM program (Certification 081501). The...

Health care security expert Kate Borten champions stronger visual-privacy measures to protect sensitive data in health care organizations1 Health care providers must protect sensitive data even as...

Company Updates 2015 Earnings Guidance to Include Recently Closed Acquisitions 3M announced today that it has completed its acquisition of the assets and liabilities associated with Polypore’s...

New insulation for oil-filled transformers can help increase transformer overload capabilities and provides size reduction opportunities 3M today introduced an improved standard for insulating...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: Morgan Stanley 3rd Annual Laguna Conference in Laguna Beach, Calif., on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015. Nick Gangestad, senior vice...

Creative Epicenter Cultivates New Models of Working and Inspires Collaborative Design 3M, the global innovation company long recognized for diversified technology and collaboration, today...

Catalent Pharma Solutions and 3M Purification Inc., recently investigated a novel purification approach that significantly increased the performance of the mAb purification process by enhancing...

3M (NYSE:MMM) announced today that David B. Dillon, retired chairman and chief executive officer of The Kroger Co., has been elected to 3M’s Board of Directors, effective Aug. 9, 2015....

The Board of Directors of 3M (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.025 per share for the third quarter of 2015, payable Sept. 12, 2015, to shareholders of...

Agreement aims to further expand use of NCM in lithium ion batteries 3M and LG Chem have entered into a patent license agreement to further expand the use of nickel, cobalt, manganese (NCM) in...

Data reveals parents and teachers play an integral role in helping students gain the edge needed in STEM education The academic pillars of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, which...

3M announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Capital Safety from KKR for a total enterprise value of $2.5 billion, including the assumption of approximately $0.7 billion of debt,...

Second-Quarter Highlights: Operating income margins of 23.9 percent, up 1.1 percentage points year-on-year Organic local-currency sales growth of 1.8 percent, positive across all geographic areas...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: Second-quarter 2015 earnings conference call on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at 8 a.m. CDT. The live webcast, press release and supporting...

Over 70% of Americans report being bothered by skin sensitivity, according to new research1 by Nexcare Brand. Today, Nexcare Brand from 3M announces the Nexcare Sensitive Skin collection, a new...

A national leader in healthcare delivery innovation and population health, the State of Minnesota will use data analytics from 3M to help improve the quality and value of the care provided to...

As the next step in its ongoing program to license to the dental industry 3M's patented technologies in various areas of ceramic-based dental restorations, 3M has filed a patent infringement...

3M Legal Affairs Releases 2014 Pro Bono Report Starting a new life in an unfamiliar country takes a lot of courage. For Tsehay Woldeyes, coming to the United States meant hope for a more peaceful...

Acquisition Expands 3M’s Presence in Fast-Growing Personal Protective Equipment Industry 3M announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Capital Safety from KKR for...

3M Innovative Properties Co. and 3M Korea Ltd. filed a patent infringement lawsuit on June 19, 2015, in the Seoul Central District Court against LMS Co. Ltd. The suit alleges that certain LMS Co....

3M today named Matthew J. Ginter, treasurer and vice president, Investor Relations, effective July 1. He will report to Nicholas C. Gangestad, senior vice president and chief financial officer....

Upgraded 3M SelfCheck QuickConnect Interface will be unveiled at ALA Annual Conference Most book-lovers don’t care whether they get content via print, eBook or eAudio—they just want to enjoy...

--As Part of Nation’s Premier Science Competition for Students in Grades 5-8, Ten Young Inventors Will Compete for $25,000 and the Title of America’s Top Young Scientist-- --During Unique...

Allows 60 simultaneous touches for true multi-user support in commercial, retail and educational applications 3M Touch Systems Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of 3M Company, has released its...

Nexcare Nana reprises her role as the ultimate product tester and asks America to determine her next extreme challenge Nexcare Waterproof Bandages will once again be put to the test this summer...

Allows 60 simultaneous touches for true multi-user support in commercial, retail and educational applications 3M Touch Systems Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of 3M Company, has released its...

3M and Catheter Connections Inc. announced today that they have settled the patent infringement litigation in the United States District Courts of California and Utah and at the United States...

Seventh Annual Nexcare Give Program Thanks Blood Donors with New Bandage Collection Inspired by Patterns and Textiles from Cultures around the World Nationwide, an average of 41,000 blood...

3M™ Steri-Vac™ Sterilizer/Aerator GSX Series ideal for in-house, small chamber sterilization Life science companies continually evaluate their operations for opportunities to improve...

Progress and Commitments Outlined in 2015 Sustainability Report 3M announced today its 2015 Sustainability Report, which outlines the company’s sustainability progress and new goals for the next...

3M Display Materials and Systems Division will demonstrate industry-leading and forward-thinking display innovations at SID Display Week 2015 in San Jose, Calif. this week, from June 1-6. 3M is...

3M Display Materials and Systems Division announced the company has developed technology solutions addressing the Rec. 2020 standard for color enhanced UHD displays at SID Display Week. In San...

Ninety percent of Americans surveyed have come to expect significant technology upgrades when purchasing next-generation LCD electronic devices, such as mobile phones, notebook PCs, tablets and...

3M Optical Film Solutions Deliver Consumer-Desired Mobile Device Attributes 3M Display Materials and Systems Division’s latest consumer research identified consumer preferences for display...

Tiny Chips Require Precise, Reliable Placement Ever-shrinking electronic component sizes, driven by wafer-level chip scale packaging, demand that circuit board manufacturers deliver performance,...

ACE Brand debuts a true graduated compression running sock available at select retail stores and on acebrand.com ACE™ Brand, a trusted maker of bandages, braces and tape, has unveiled a new...

3M launches Ultra Clear Energy Saving Window Film Kits to help safeguard your home and your wallet this summer In honor of National Home Improvement Month and just in time for summer, 3M today...

Get the party started with damage- and hassle-free decorating essentials From birthdays and showers to barbecues and summer soirees, people will find any excuse to celebrate during the...

3M CR5400 Double-Sided ID1 Reader designed for retail use Checking IDs is an important way for businesses to protect against fraud and comply with the law. But frontline workers at places like...

New releases and features will be showcased at Book Expo America As digital offerings grow in popularity for libraries, patrons need easy-to-use tools that help them take advantage of the world of...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: Bernstein’s 31st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference in New York, N.Y., on Friday, May 29, 2015. Inge G. Thulin, chairman,...

Offers More Cost Effective, Reliable Tracking of Underground Plastic Pipe The Electronic Marker System (EMS) Rope 7000 series uses proprietary 3M path marking technology to deliver more accurate...

3M recognized for expanding sustainable practices Practice Greenhealth, a leader in promoting efficiency, environmental stewardship and patient safety, has presented its 2015 “Champion for Change”

New tool combines spackle, primer, putty knife and sanding pad to empower DIYers to tackle small repair projects with ease 3M today introduces 3M Patch Plus Primer 4-in-1 Applicator, a product...

Nationwide Campaign Partners Nexcare Brand with American Red Cross and America’s Blood Centers to Raise Awareness About the Vital Need for Blood Donation With nearly five million Americans...

3M Chairman, President and CEO Inge G. Thulin today highlighted 3M’s strong 2014 performance while expressing confidence in the company’s future. Thulin addressed 3M’s 2015 Annual Meeting of...

The Board of Directors of 3M (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company’s common stock of $1.025 per share for the second quarter of 2015, payable June 12, 2015, to shareholders of...

3M Innovative Properties Co. and 3M Korea Ltd. filed a patent infringement lawsuit on May 4, 2015, in the Seoul Central District Court against LG Hausys Ltd. The suit alleges that certain LG...

Ideal for reprocessing long-lumen, flexible endoscopes Recent CRE1 outbreaks traced to inadequately processed duodenoscopes have highlighted the need for health care facilities to review cleaning...

Research finds that nearly 4 in 5 American workers with prolonged standing jobs report their legs or feet feel tired, achy or swollen after work Despite health reports that say standing at work...

3M Scotchkote Pipe Renewal Liner 2400 Authorized Applicators Can Line Water Pipes in as Little as One Day With potable water main pipe continuing to age, technologies for quick, non-disruptive...

3M Petrifilm Rapid Yeast & Mold Count Plate and 3M True Definition Scanner recognized for innovative excellence 3M, a science-based company that inspires creative collaboration, announced today...

3M Critical and Chronic Care Solutions today announces the launch of its new 3M™ Tegaderm™ CHG Chlorhexidine Gluconate I.V. Port Dressing, designed for patients with implanted port devices...

First-Quarter Highlights: Organic local-currency sales growth of 3.3 percent Positive organic local-currency growth in all business groups and geographic areas Operating income margins of 22.8...

3M Cloud Library launches in UK and Australia 3M Library Systems announced that it will expand its 3M Cloud Library Digital Lending System to libraries in the U.K. and Australia. Patrons in these...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: First-quarter 2015 earnings conference call on Thursday, April 23, 2015, at 8 a.m. CDT. The live webcast, press release and supporting...

3M 360 Encompass MD boosts ICD-10 documentation accuracy, reduces “copy-paste” compliance risk To help healthcare systems improve the accuracy of patient data and address growing compliance...

3M Co. and 3M Innovative Properties Co. filed a patent infringement lawsuit in federal district court in Minnesota today against Danville Materials Inc. The suit alleges that Danville’s sales of...

Plans for a New Customer Technical Center Unveiled 3M has set its sights on expanding in the West Region of China. Inge Thulin, 3M’s chairman, president and chief executive officer, debuted...

Filtrete Brand Partners with Dr. Roshini Raj to Make Americans Air Aware Small changes can make a big difference when it comes to living a healthier life. Whether that’s eating more vegetables,...

New Global Brand Platform Connects Customers with the World of 3M Science 3M launched today a new corporate brand platform – 3M Science. Applied to Life.™ – that will emphasize how 3M’s...

3M announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Ivera Medical Corp., a manufacturer of health care products that disinfect and protect devices used for access into a patient’s...

In the fast-paced world of global business, it takes more than a written compliance policy to keep a company doing business the right way. That is why Ethisphere Institute, the global leader in...

As part of its ongoing program to license to the dental industry 3M's patented technology that enables the coloring of ceramic-based dental restorations, and to protect its technology against...

ForestEthics, Greenpeace, and The Forest Trust Applaud 3M’s Commitment and Actions Today 3M announced a new pulp and paper sourcing policy designed to ensure all the virgin wood fiber going into...

3M (NYSE:MMM): WHAT: Media teleconference on 3M’s revised pulp and paper sourcing policy designed to ensure all the virgin wood fiber going into 3M’s paper-based products and packaging comes...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: J.P. Morgan Aviation, Transportation and Industrials Conference 2015 in New York, N.Y., on Tuesday, Mar. 3, 2015. Inge G. Thulin,...

Acquisition Complements 3M’s Core Filtration Technologies Platform 3M announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Polypore International Inc. to acquire the assets and...

Acquisition Expands 3M’s Vascular Access Offerings 3M announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ivera Medical Corp., a manufacturer of health care products that...

Collaboration Enables Greater Energy and Cycle Life of Next Generation Silicon Alloy Lithium Battery Anodes 3M announced Thursday its investment in Nanoscale Components Inc. The New...

While most security professionals focus on thwarting data breaches from high-tech cyber attacks, a new study exposes visual hacking, a low-tech method used to capture sensitive, confidential and...

Key international validations provide users confidence that a validated indicator test will perform with accuracy and consistency for quantifying yeast and mold in food and environmental samples...

Introducing Vibrant New Post-it Note Color Palettes Inspired by Bold and Eccentric Global Destinations Post-it Brand from 3M introduces World of Color, a line of nine new eye-catching Post-it®...

3M and PIE Team Up to Change STEM Education Scientists and engineers get to do some pretty cool things. They challenge their brains to solve problems. They develop hands-on projects to make new...

3M Food Safety announced today that two of its 3M™ Molecular Detection Assays, Listeria monocytogenesandListeria species, have been approved for First Action Official Method of AnalysisSM...

3M hollow microneedle device now available for clinical trials*; holds the potential to replace traditional injections Getting an injection at the doctor’s office typically does not rank high on...

Fourth-Quarter Highlights: Organic local-currency sales growth of 6.3 percent Earnings of $1.81 per share, up 11.7 percent Operating income margins of 21.5 percent, up 0.6 percentage points...

3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: Fourth-quarter 2014 earnings conference call on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, at 8 a.m. CST. The live webcast, press release and supporting...

New airflow rate options and contoured design improves comfort and performance 3M has released in the United States its most advanced, versatile, powered air respiratory solution yet. The new...

3M Electronics is showcasing its industry-leading electronics design optimization and assembly solutions for the consumer electronics industry during the 2015 International CES, taking place Jan....

3M Petrifilm Rapid Aerobic Count Plate Launches with AOAC-PTM Approval Thirty years ago, 3M launched its first 3M Petrifilm Plate, the 3M™ Petrifilm™ Aerobic Count Plate, ushering in a...

3M announced today that it has completed the sale of its global Static Control business to Desco Industries Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. 3M's Static Control business, which...