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ACA supports federal legislation (H.R. 3256) that would extend the authorization for the Chemical Facility Antiterrorism Standards (CFATS) program through 2025. With member companies who own and operate paint, coating, and chemical manufacturing facilities, ACA strongly supports the safe handling and safe use of chemicals, and urged swift Congressional passage of the legislation. READ MORE.
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In its most current Issue Backgrounder delivered to members of Congress, ACA urged approval of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to preserve the myriad trade benefits for the paint and coatings industry. READ MORE.
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ACA Urges Congressional Support for the DRIVE-Safe Act
The legislation would help to alleviate the nationwide shortage of commercial drivers by providing younger drivers with the opportunity to enter the industry.
Bühler Grinding & Dispersing Partners with Ystral India
The partnership will reportedly focus exclusively on the growth market of India, where ystral india will provide Bühler's sales and service organization.
Manufacturing Production and Productivity Have Plateaued in Recent Years
The likely ratification of USMCA, however, could provide some added impetus to U.S. manufacturing, particularly in the motor vehicle segment, since the trade deal is intended to increase automotive content originating in the North American market.
ACA Announces Call for Papers: 2019 CoatingsTech Conference
ACA is seeking submission of abstracts for its 2019 CoatingsTech Conference, which will be held April 8-10, 2019 at the Westin Cleveland Downtown in Cleveland, Ohio. Abstracts will be accepted through Oct. 15, 2018.
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Liquid Color Measurement: A New Approach for Color Testing
By Ralph Jan Wörheide, ORONTEC Introduction When it comes to color testing, there are many precise instruments, color correction software packages, automated spray machines, etc., in the marketplace. Colorimetry is a science of great importance to the paint industry, especially in meeting the high-quality standards of customers. However, the high scientific level and the precision […]
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American Coatings Show & Conference 2020
Tue, Mar 31 – Thu, Apr 2, 2020
Smart Coatings 2020
CORROSION 2020
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