09.30.19
Coatings World interviewed key surfactant manufacturers who spoke about the trends and issues effecting the paint and coatings market. Included in this Q&A are Ingrid Meier, head of applied research and technology (decorating coatings and inks) and Maria Nargiello, head of applied research and technology (industrial and automotive coatings), Evonik Coating Additives; Fabiana Marra, global business head for coatings, Oxiteno; Robert Ruckle, global marketing and sales manager, Siltech Corp.; and Brad McPhee business manager, Performance Additives, Troy Corporation.
Coatings World: What do you think are the primary issues (environmental, economic, raw material cost, etc.) facing the surfactants market today?
Evonik: One of the key issues facing the market for surfactants used in coatings today is the need to keep pace with changing environmental regulations. When new regulations appear or existing regulations are revised, new EH&S data may need to be generated for certain products. Depending upon the results obtained, the hazards of the surfactant may change, and this, in turn, may require surfactant manufacturers and formulato
Coatings World: What do you think are the primary issues (environmental, economic, raw material cost, etc.) facing the surfactants market today?
Evonik: One of the key issues facing the market for surfactants used in coatings today is the need to keep pace with changing environmental regulations. When new regulations appear or existing regulations are revised, new EH&S data may need to be generated for certain products. Depending upon the results obtained, the hazards of the surfactant may change, and this, in turn, may require surfactant manufacturers and formulato
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