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By Bonnie Morrow
Published October 1, 2009
Because most coatings manufacturers have a broad, complex business model that embraces multiple customer targets, the selling and marketing of coatings requires a vigilant and precise understanding of customers and their needs. Read More »
By Kerry Pianoforte
Published October 1, 2009
In these tough economic times, DIYers and contractors look for exterior coatings that will offer money saving benefits. Read More »
Published July 13, 2009
Once again, Coatings World brings the industry The Top Companies Report-the only truly global ranking of the top manufacturers of paints, coatings, adhesives and sealants.
Our editorial staff has spent long hours researching the industry to provide… Read More »
Published June 16, 2009
Architect survey highlights ‘green’ product attributes, overseas growth markets
Architects say durability is the most important attribute for a “green” building product, according to a new industry survey commissioned by PPG I… Read More »
By Kerry Pianoforte
Published May 7, 2009
No longer merely a buzzword, demand for "green" coatings continues to increase for both the professional and DIY markets. Read More »
Published February 11, 2009
Sherwin-Williams
teams up with kb Home
KB Home, one of America’s largest homebuilders, has teamed up with Sherwin-Williams to use an exclusive line of co-branded, low-VOC interior paints in all new homes that begin construction after January… Read More »
By Kerry Pianoforte
Published February 2, 2009
Tough economic conditions and a trend toward using composite materials in place of wood, mean another challenging year for wood coating manufacturers. Read More »
Published November 14, 2008
PPG wins R&D 100 Awards
for two green innovations
PPG has earned two 2008 R&D 100 Awards for its Green Logic paint detackifier and Zircobond pretreatment technology. The awards, bestowed annually by R&D Magazine, recognize the 100 most t… Read More »
By Tim Wright
Published October 30, 2008
Paint makers and their raw material suppliers are key players in the green building boom taking place in the U.S. Read More »
Published September 12, 2008
Vermont Natural Coatings has introduced new high-performance floor and furniture finish made from natural whey protein. In development since 2001 and in collaboration with the University of Vermont, Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey is a high-perform… Read More »
Published July 16, 2008
LaFontaine Automotive Group selects PPG
The LaFontaine Automotive Group, Highland, MI, has converted from using a solvent-based system for vehicle paint repairs to using Envirobase High Performance waterborne basecoat by PPG Industries’ automot… Read More »
By Tim Wright
Published July 14, 2008
It's that time of year again for Coatings World's Top Companies Report. In the pages that follow you will find our annual ranking of the leaders in the global coatings industry. Every year we list the leading manufacturers in the world, based… Read More »
By Tim Wright
Published May 12, 2008
Paint manufacturers continue to innovate �greener� paint technology to meet consumer demand and regulations. Read More »
Published April 15, 2008
The Sherwin-Williams Company has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Liquid Coatings subsidiaries of Inchem Holdings of Inchem Holdings International Limited.
Headquartered in Singapore, Inchem produces coatings applied to wood and plastic p… Read More »
By Tim Wright
Published April 4, 2008
The market for UV and EB coatings is strong and continues to grow. Read More »

