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Editor's Pick
Canada Awards Funding for Coatings Research
Earlier this month, the Government of Canada awarded $24 million to Queen’s University to research and develop carbon-to-metal coatings to protect metal surfaces from corrosion. The funding is part of the Transformation Stream of the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF), which has awarded $144 million in grants over six years to Canadian-led research teams. Read More |
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Acquistions
PPG to Acquire Powder Coatings Manufacturing Business of Arsonsisi
PPG announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the powder coatings business of Arsonsisi, an industrial coatings company based in Milan, Italy. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022, subject to customary closing conditions. Financial terms were not disclosed. Read More |
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Hempel Acquires Omani Coatings Company, Khimji Paints LLC
Following an exclusive dialogue, Hempel has completed the acquisition of Khimji Paints LLC. This is Hempel’s first acquisition in the Decorative segment in the Middle East, Hempel’s Double Impact strategy will be realised through both acquisitions and organic growth, as well as ambitious investments in sustainability, innovation and digitalisation. Read More |
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Latest News
AkzoNobel Recognized as a European Top Employer
Following the latest benchmark review, AkzoNobel has been rated as a European Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute. The company has been recognized in eight countries, with five repeat certifications and three new titles. It means AkzoNobel is now classed as a European Top Employer because five of the certified countries are in Europe. Read More |
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Mercedes-EQ Formula E Team Partner with Sherwin-Williams
The Mercedes-EQ Formula E Team and The Sherwin-Williams Company have announced a new partnership. The E Team and Sherwin-Williams share the objectives of driving technical innovations in the automotive industry, bringing people, products and platforms together and working towards a better, more sustainable and more inclusive future around the world. Read More |
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Latest News
Carboline Milestone: 75 Years of Coatings and Linings
In its 75 years, Carboline has launched more than 500 products, including brands such as Bitumastic, Carboguard, Carboquick, Carbozinc, Fire film, Phenoline, Plasite, Polyclad, Pyrocrete, Pyroclad, Reactamine, Sanitile, Thermaline, Thermo-Lag, and more. Carboline has grown to over seven research facilities, 20 manufacturing facilities, and hundreds of warehouses. Read More |
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PPG Renews Sponsorship with Team Penske and Josef Newgarden for 2022 NTT INDYCAR SERIES
PPG announced that it would renew its sponsorship of Team Penske and two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion Josef Newgarden, who will drive the No. 2 PPG Chevrolet in 2022. PPG will sponsor Team Penske’s No. 2 Chevrolet once again, featuring the colourful new PPG livery unveiled in 2021. Read More |
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Medmix’ MKTM Range Celebrates 100 Years of Producing High-Performance, Professional Dispensing Solutions
Established in 1922, MK develops dispensers for sealant and adhesive materials, producing specialized and customized ranges of both single and dual-component dispensers. MK was the original innovator and manufacturer of the first H2 dispenser, a 1-component manual bead dispenser for both cartridges and sachets, designed for use with medium viscosity sealants and adhesives. Read More |
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Arkema to Open New Powder Coatings Resins Lab in Cary, North Carolina
Arkema announced a significant investment in constructing a new powder coating resins lab in Cary, North Carolina, the company’s headquarters for coating resins. The facility is expected to begin operations by the end of the third quarter of 2022. Operations at the new lab will focus on formulation and application/testing support for Arkema’s REAFREE resins. Read More |
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Product News
Archroma Launches EARTH SOFT System Based on Siligen EH1, A New Vegan Textile Softener
Archroma announced the launch of EARTH SOFT, a new softening system for textile and fashion applications based on Siligen EH1, a vegan silicone softener with 35% plant-based active content. Siligen EH1 is the latest addition in the plant-based innovations developed by Archroma in recent years. Read More |
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Polychem Powder Coatings Launch “The Gold Standard” Collection
Polychem Powder Coatings launched The Gold Standard colour collection. The Gold Standard is a selection of shades of gold that also deliver tough, durable protection to metal surfaces. Created using Polychem’s signature polyester technology, the Gold Standard comprises nine golds with subtle shimmers and special effects to offer the designer a classic colour for their palette. Read More |
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Clariant Launches 100% Bio-Based Surfactants Range Driving the Transition Towards Renewable Carbon
Clariant announced its new Vita 100% bio-based surfactants and polyethylene glycols (PEGs) to help directly address climate change by helping remove fossil carbon from the value chain.As the climate gives us increasing and alarming signals of change, individuals and industries are looking to reduce their environmental footprints. Read More |
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Behr’s Colour of the Month: Sunwashed Brick
Behr’s February colour of the month is Sunwashed Brick: a nuanced pink with soft charm. Sunwashed Brick has a slightly dusty undertone and is versatile enough to work well with other neutral colours. February is a month of new beginnings and reflection, Sunwashed Brick is a colour that makes sense for this time. Read More |
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People
IGM Resins Appoints Thijs van der Heide as Chief Financial Officer
IGM Resins is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Matthijs (Thijs) van der Heide as Chief Financial Officer, effective February 1, 2022. Thijs will be a member of the IGM Resins Executive Leadership Team, reporting to Wilfrid Gambade, CEO. As CFO, Thijs van der Heide will be responsible for providing financial leadership to the company and ensuring its financial integrity. Read More |
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IFS Coatings Announce New Heat Sensitive Substrates Manager Todd Gragg
IFS Coatings announced that Todd Gragg had joined the IFS team as PureClad Business Development Manager. In his new role, Gragg is responsible for leading IFS PureClad sales efforts across the USA, delivering the choice of the environmentally responsible coating to wood finishers, and is part of the IFS Coatings Heat Sensitive Substrates Development team. Read More |
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PCI Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Executive Officers
The Powder Coating Institute (PCI) announces its 2022 Board of Directors and Executive Officers. PCI values the support of its member companies and is very fortunate to have the leadership of the following individuals: Chris Merritt, Shelley Verdun, Tom Whalen and John Cole. Read More |
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