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Get to Know ACA’s New President & CEO Mike Johnson
Michael (Mike) W. Johnson joined ACA as president and CEO on Nov. 1. He has deep roots in the association and advocacy world. Learn more about Mike, his background, and his goals for ACA.
Rodda Paint Co. Announces Acquisition of Miller Paint Company
Rodda Paint Company, in partnership with the Cloverdale Group based in Surrey (BC), Canada, announced the acquisition of Miller Paint Company.
PPG Completes Sale of Silicas Products Business to QEMETICA
PPG has completed the sale of its silicas products business for approximately $310 million in pre-tax proceeds to QEMETICA a Warsaw, Poland-based, privately held manufacturer of soda ash, silicates and other specialty chemicals.
Nouryon Unveils New Innovation Center and Expanded Mumbai Office
According to the company, the Innovation Center facility enables the development of water-based paints and solutions in asphalt and building and construction applications.
Henkel and Celanese Partner to offer Adhesives Made from Captured CO2 Emissions
Henkel Corporation, a global leader for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, and Celanese Corporation, a global chemical and specialty materials company, have announced a partnership to enhance circularity in emulsion production by utilizing carbon capture-based materials.
Allnex Announces Elimination of PFAs in Additives by 2024 End
Allnex, a global leader in industrial coating resins and additives, reaffirmed its commitment made previously to remove PFAS in their additives products by the end of 2024, announcing that it has achieved its target ahead of schedule.
SCAQMD to Host Workshop on Proposed Amended Rule 1151 (Auto-Refinish) Aug. 30
California’s South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) is accepting written comments on the proposal through Sept. 13, 2024. The district intends to present the Proposed Amended Rule 1151 to the Governing Board at a public hearing on Nov. 1 (subject to change).
ACA Comments on OSHA’s Proposed Emergency Response Standard
ACA’s comments to focused only on WEREs— Workplace Emergency Response Employers. OSHA has scheduled an informal hearing on its proposal for Nov. 12, 2024, to hear comments and testimony from the public.
OSHA Final Rule Updating the Hazard Communication Standard Takes Effect July 19
According to the OSHA, its updated Hazard Communication Standard, which takes effect on July 19, will better protect workers by improving the amount and quality of information on labels and safety data sheets and allow workers and first responders to react more quickly in an emergency.
PHMSA Final Rule Harmonizes HMR with International Standards
According to PHMSA, its final amendments are expected to maintain the HMR's high safety standard for the public and the environment. PHMSA also anticipates additional safety benefits to be derived from improved compliance related to consistency amongst domestic and international regulations.
DHS CISA Proposes Rule for Cyber Incident Reporting
On April 4, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a proposed rule on cyber incident reporting. CISA’s proposal includes a reporting framework that would require broad segments of industry to meet reporting requirements following certain cyber incidents, including the 16 Critical Infrastructure Sectors (e.g., Chemical Sector).
Rodda Paint Co. Announces Acquisition of Miller Paint Company
Rodda Paint Company, in partnership with the Cloverdale Group based in Surrey (BC), Canada, announced the acquisition of Miller Paint Company.
PPG Completes Sale of Silicas Products Business to QEMETICA
PPG has completed the sale of its silicas products business for approximately $310 million in pre-tax proceeds to QEMETICA a Warsaw, Poland-based, privately held manufacturer of soda ash, silicates and other specialty chemicals.
Nouryon Unveils New Innovation Center and Expanded Mumbai Office
According to the company, the Innovation Center facility enables the development of water-based paints and solutions in asphalt and building and construction applications.
Henkel and Celanese Partner to offer Adhesives Made from Captured CO2 Emissions
Henkel Corporation, a global leader for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, and Celanese Corporation, a global chemical and specialty materials company, have announced a partnership to enhance circularity in emulsion production by utilizing carbon capture-based materials.
Allnex Announces Elimination of PFAs in Additives by 2024 End
Allnex, a global leader in industrial coating resins and additives, reaffirmed its commitment made previously to remove PFAS in their additives products by the end of 2024, announcing that it has achieved its target ahead of schedule.
Andrea Wagner Watts to Deliver Keynote Address at ACA’s 2025 CoatingsTech Conference
Andrea Wagner Watts, building science education manager at GAF, will deliver the keynote address at ACA’s 2025 CoatingsTech Conference. The conference — ACA’s leading technical event — will be held April 28-30, at the Omni William Penn, in Pittsburgh, Pa, and embrace the theme, “Coatings and Technologies for a Resilient Future.”
New California Law will Expand Products Collected by PaintCare
A new California law will expand the range of products managed by the PaintCare program in the state from architectural coatings to a broader array of paint product types. Gov. Gavin Newsome signed SB 1143 into law on Sept. 29.
ACA Announces Appointment of Mike Johnson as Incoming President and CEO
ACA has announced the appointment of Mike Johnson as president and CEO, effective Nov. 1. Johnson, president and CEO of the National Stone, Sand, & Gravel Association (NSSGA), will succeed Andy Doyle, who was first appointed as the association’s CEO in March 1988 and whose ACA career spans 45 years.
ACA Seeks Nominations for 2025 Mattiello Lecture Award
ACA is seeking nominations for the 2025 Joseph J. Mattiello Lecture Award, to be given at its CoatingsTech Conference scheduled for April 28-30, 2025. Nominations should be received by Dec. 2, 2024.
ACA Announces Call for Papers: 2025 CoatingsTech Conference
ACA is seeking submission of abstracts for its 2025 CoatingsTech Conference, which will be held April 28 - 30, 2025. Abstracts will be accepted through Oct. 15, 2024.
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New Products for November
Editor’s note: This column is a roundup of notable product releases from the coatings and allied industries. To submit a product release for consideration, email publications@paint.org. Please note that all submissions are ...
Perspectives on Seeking a Career in the Coatings Industry: A Q&A with Industry Leaders
Paints and coatings are everywhere you look. From the walls of our homes, to the cars we drive, to the road markings on the streets, our world is awash with ...
In Their Own Words: Career Journeys and Insights from Industry Innovators
The coatings industry offers a dynamic blend of scientific exploration, practical application, and real-world impact, making it an exciting field with diverse career paths. From laboratory research and product development ...
Effects of Whey Protein on Bacterial, Chemical, and Sensory Properties and Shelf-life of Frozen Common Kilka
This research investigates the effects of whey protein coating on the chemical, bacterial, and sensory properties, proximate analysis, and shelf life of common kilka during frozen storage.
Xperience: Tackling Microplastic Pollution Through Seed Coatings
Microplastic pollution has jarred social consciousness, especially through a poignant look at its effect on ocean environments and marine life. Too many fish, dolphins, manatees, whales, birds, and shellfish are ...
Events
2025 CoatingsTech Conference
Mon, Apr 28, 2025
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Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025
2025 World Coatings Summit
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Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Next-Gen Coatings: Using AI for Faster Reformulation, Better Performance, and Enhanced Sustainability
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Thursday, Jan 30, 2025
Paint India 2025
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Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 at 1:00 pm
ACA Member Webinar: Biocide Preservatives in Coatings — Registration Reviews in U.S. and Canada and implications for the Coatings Industry
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