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Nouryon Opened a Customer Paint Application Centre in the United States

This state-of-the-art facility aims to drive the development of new paint technologies, improve response times, and expedite the evaluation of market-ready innovations.

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BASF Coatings Relies on Electric Trucks for Long-Distance Transport

BASF Coatings has successfully completed an electric trucks testing phase with over 10,000 kilometres, reducing CO2 emissions by 45%.

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allnex to Eliminate PFAs in Additives by the End of 2024

allnex is set to eliminate PFAS from its additives used in paints and coatings by the end of 2024.

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2024 BCF Coatings Care Report Highlights Improvements Across Sustainability Measures in the Coatings Industry

The report reveals record-low levels of energy consumption in production, a sharp decrease in accident rates, and a notable reduction in production waste, including a decrease in the amount sent to landfill.

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Rodda Paint Has Acquired Miller Paint Company, Uniting Two Iconic Northwest Brands

The two manufacturers of paints and coatings will unite to better serve local communities, customers and employees.

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Karen Carter is the New Chief Operating Officer of Dow

Karen Carter will strengthen Dow’s coatings division through enhanced operational efficiency and customer-focused innovation.

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AkzoNobel Finds High Lamellar Glass Flake Coatings Extend Offshore Asset Lifetimes

AkzoNobel demonstrated that coatings with high lamellar glass flake content can provide superior long-term protection for offshore structures, reducing maintenance and extending asset lifespans.

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Sun Chemical Will Increase Prices for Its Global Pigment Portfolio

Sun Chemical is raising the costs of its pigments portfolio to further enhance quality and service standards for its global customer base.

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Dürr Is Part of the RoX Research Project, Developing AI Tools for Robot Cell Configuration

Dürr hosted the kick-off event of the RoX federal research project, aiming to establish a digital ecosystem for AI-based robotics.

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Clariant Pioneers Sustainability with a Fully PFAS-Free Additive Portfolio

This move underscores Clariant’s dedication to innovation, environmental stewardship, as well as its customers' evolving needs in response to stricter global regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

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AkzoNobel Successfully Installed Hydrogen-Powered Spray Booth at New Belgian Automotive Training Center

This innovative facility is part of a multi-million-euro initiative to expand and modernise AkzoNobel’s global network of over 40 Automotive Training Centers.

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Vulcan and BASF Form a Partnership to Explore the Regional Geothermal Potential

With a potential output of 300 megawatts of thermal energy, the site of BASF could employ around 4 million metric tons every year.

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GPAINNOVA Launched DLyte TurboFlow Surface Finishing System

This innovative solution from GPAINNOVA can improve manufacturing processes by reducing manual work, errors, decreasing costs and shortening lead times, as well significantly enhance the quality and lifespan of parts.

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Metalcoat Acquires the Building with Its Production Lines in Ascoli Piceno

The operation strengthens the strategic role of the Metalcoat, projecting the company towards a sustainable growth based on innovation and territorial roots.

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Gardco Released Essential How-To Videos for Optimising Paint and Coatings Test Equipment

Gardco released a new series of How-To videos to guide users on the proper operation and best practices for using the testing instruments.

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