Coatings World Magazine
July/August 2024
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U.S. Government Regulations and Economic Sustainability for Color in the Automotive Industry
New layers of federal regulations have begun to accelerate annual compliance and operating costs throughout automotive industry supply chains.07.23.24
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Heavy-Handed Regulations Weaken the Chemical Industry’s Ability to Compete
However, these newest regulations impose duplicative requirements at best, and at worst, they heighten security risks for complying facilities.07.23.24
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Europe ReportsEuropean Paintmakers Push Modern TechnologiesWe’re seeing more of the top paintmakers in Europe develop high-tech products and techniques that are giving them unique advantages.07.09.24
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Financial NewsHempel Enters Strategic Partnership with CVCCVC Funds will become a minority investor in Hempel A/S to help accelerate Hempel’s ambitious long-term organic and inorganic growth strategy.05.08.24
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Suppliers CornerBYK Offers PFAS-Free Additives for Continuous ProcessesBYK-MAX P 4109 and BYK-MAX P 4110 master many current production challenges.05.29.24
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Latin America ReportsPeru Infrastructure Drives Coatings DemandThe most featured project in the country’s expanding infrastructure is the $3.5 billion Chancay Multipurpose Port Terminal project.07.09.24
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Online ExclusivesCPMA Launches Sustainability and Innovation InitiativeCPMA’s sustainability initiative is aimed at working with the color pigments value chain and advocating for sustainable solutions.05.30.24
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Business CornerDisruptive Global Business Issues Impacting Long-term Strategic PlanningThe challenge facing companies is to make strategic adjustments that keep their business plan on track while managing risk.07.15.24
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India/Asia Pacific ReportsAutomotive Paint and Coating Industry in ChinaThe Chinese automotive coating sector comprises more than 300 large-, mid-sized and small-scale producers.07.09.24
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Africa Report2024 Coatings for Africa Show in South Africa is a SuccessOrganizers estimate the number of attendees at 2,070 drawn from at least 37 countries.07.12.24
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Russian ReportGrowing Imports from China are Concerning Russian Coatings IndustryImports of coatings from politically neutral countries, primarily China and Turkey, are limiting further growth opportunities for local players.07.09.24
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Top Companies ReportThe 2024 Top Companies ReportThis year Sherwin-Williams replaced PPG as the number one paint company in the world with $18.4 billion in coatings sales.07.23.24
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People in the NewsHempel Appoints Emilie Barriau Chief Technology OfficerBarriau is an experienced senior innovation executive with Henkel Adhesives Technologies and Ecolab.06.11.24
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People in the NewsBeckers Group Announces Leadership ChangesEric Fouissac is president for Asia & Middle East, Pia Götze president of new Europe & Africa region, and Jared Ireland SVP for Americas.07.01.24
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People in the NewsSheboygan Paint Company Announces New Chairman of the BoardThis is a final step of a multi-year phased transition of management and ownership from fourth to fifth generation.05.27.24
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Market ReportsAutomotive Coatings to Reach $19B by 2028: MarketsandMarketsPolyurethane by resin type hold the largest share in the overall automotive coatings market during the forecast period.07.02.24
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Market ReportsOrganic Pigments Worth $6 Billion by 2029: MarketsandMarketsThe paints and coatings segment is anticipated to register the highest CAGR in the organic pigments market.06.27.24
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Market ReportsCool Roof Coatings Market to Reach US$9.2B by 2030: FairfieldCool roof coatings are reflective paints or substances applied to roofs to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat.06.26.24
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Product newsHardide Coatings Launches First Product in New Ready Coated Component RangeHardide coated HVOF copper nozzle extends life by up to 40 times.03.26.24
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Product newsAkzoNobel Launches New Powder Coating for Two-WheelersInterpon A3000 is designed to protect and enhance the body parts, wheels and trim of any two-wheeled vehicle.05.28.24
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Product newsAxalta Launches ISCC Plus Certified Biobased Powder CoatingsAlesta BioCore provides a sustainable alternative to incumbent products containing fossil fuel-based polyester resins.05.24.24
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Product newsDunn-Edwards Reveals New Multifamily Color CollectionWith four unique colorscapes, this collection evokes the feeling of home with long-lasting colors.05.15.24
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Industry NewsWanhua Chemical Launches Barcelona R&D CenterIts proximity to Western Europe and the Mediterranean also helps development efforts in North Africa and Latin America.04.26.24
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Industry NewsEvonik Receives Platinum Rating for Sustainability from EcoVadisEvonik ranks among the top one percent of companies rated by EcoVadis in the past 12 months.06.11.24
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Industry NewsALTANA AG, UB FIGG Invest in NORDTREATALTANA division BYK and NORDTREAT initiate joint development of bio-based flame retardant additives.06.21.24
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Industry NewsBASF Invests in Expansion of Additives Plant in NanjingContinuous investment in advanced additives technology in China.05.10.24
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Industry NewsEvonik Develops TEGO Therm Fire-Resistant Coatings for EVsTEGO Therm offers superior thermal insulation and fire resistance, mitigating the risk of thermal runaway in EV batteries.06.13.24
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Industry NewsROSS VersaMix is Designed for High-Viscosity ApplicationsThe ROSS line of Multi Shaft Mixers is an ideal choice for chemicals, coatings, adhesives, composites, and more.05.06.24
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Industry NewsBYK-Gardner USA Launches New Dispermat Dissolver CV3evoOffers optional modular components for more flexibility.05.17.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsAkzoNobel Upgrades Chinese Site to Meet Growing Demand for CoatingsThis is part of a €14 million investment designed to accelerate growth and double the plant’s capacity for marine and protective coatings by 2025.07.08.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsNippon Paint Marine's FASTAR Applied to More Than 1000 VesselsNippon Paint Marine successfully applies industry leading FASTAR solution to over 1000 vessels in just three years since launch07.17.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsTrust in Paint Brand and Retailer Now Major Indicator of Customer Satisfaction, J.D. Power FindsSherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Cabot, Rust-Oleum and Sherwin-Williams Paint Store rank highest in respective segments.05.07.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG to Build New Paint and Coatings Manufacturing Facility in TennesseePPG to build new paint and coatings manufacturing facility in Tennessee as part of $300 million investment in advanced manufacturing in North America.05.21.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsAkzoNobel Boosts Capability of North American Powder Coatings SitesAkzoNobel is investing $30 million to add capacity, advanced technologies.03.15.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Launches 2023 Sustainability ReportPPG marks strong progress against 2030 sustainability targets with latest report.05.23.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsAkzoNobel to Close Three Sites, Optimize Its Industrial FootprintAnnounced its intention to close the manufacturing sites of Groot-Ammers, The Netherlands, Cork, Ireland, and Lusaka, Zambia.05.23.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsNippon Paint Marine Joins Global Industry Alliance for Marine BiosafetyGIA’s goals are to protect marine biodiversity and decarbonize shipping.04.29.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsGeneral Motors Names BASF a 2023 Supplier of the YearThis year's win marks the 17th time that BASF has been honored.04.18.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsICP's DYCO Launches Refreshed Brand and WebsiteDYCO Beautifying Surfaces’ new brand and website help customers more easily select the right products for their home beautification project.04.15.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsDunn-Edwards Opens 17 New Stores to Fill Gap in Northern CaliforniaThe brick-and-mortar expansion will generate more than 125 new jobs, increasing customers' access in the region.04.24.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsHempel Announces Intent to Divest J.W. Ostendorf and RenaulacHempel A/S announces its intent to divest J.W. Ostendorf and Renaulac as next step on strategic journey.05.06.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsŚnieżka Group Honored for Corporate Social ResponsibilityThis year's edition honored all five initiatives submitted by the Śnieżka Group.04.18.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Completes COLORFUL COMMUNITIES Project in PolandCompany volunteers renovate a children’s rehabilitation facility in Jaworze.04.25.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsAkzoNobel Invests in Dutch Research LabsTwo new research labs are being built by AkzoNobel at its Sassenheim site in the Netherlands.04.11.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Awards STEM Education Prizes to School Students in PolandUniversiada initiative recognizes young scientists’ research projects.05.14.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsMankiewicz Coatings is Awarded with Two Airbus Supplier Awards in 2024Global coatings manufacturer Mankiewicz wins both awards in the supplier category "Materials and Parts“ for its excellent performance.04.09.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Names Tasco Auto Color 2023 Platinum Distributor of The YearPPG Automotive Refinish honors Tasco Auto Color as the 2023 Platinum Distributor of the Year.03.19.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Honored with American Chemistry Council Sustainability Leadership AwardRecognition for automotive OEM electrocoat that lowers energy use, emissions.05.10.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsMaryland Adopts PaintCare ProgramNew Maryland law creates statewide paint recycling program.05.09.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsAkzoNobel Supports Sustainability Through Virtual Reality PaintingLocal teams from AkzoNobel’s Waukegan facility will be inviting visitors to experience in a virtual world the challenges they face in a real-world environment.03.22.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsWEG, Nexa Partner on Reuse of Mining Waste for Anti-Corrosive PaintsThe initiative, developed by Mining Lab, studies the utilization of jarosite, the most generated waste in zinc metallurgy worldwide.04.24.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Helps Vocational School in Turkey with Product DonationsMarine coatings help refurbish boat used by shipbuilding, maritime students.05.30.24
