ALTANA Division ACTEGA Inaugurates Integrated Site in Brazil
ACTEGA stated that a new state-of-the art 500-square-meter research laboratory is also integrated, so that research, development and production can go hand in hand on site.
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LANXESS Completes Acquisition of Brazilian Biocide Manufacturer IPEL
With the acquisition, LANXESS says it is strengthening its position as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of antimicrobial active ingredients and formulations.
Celanese to Acquire Nouryon’s Redispersible Polymer Powders Business
Celanese will acquire all of Nouryon’s global production facilities for redispersible polymer powders across Europe and Asia, all products under the Elotex portfolio, as well as all customer agreements, technology, and commercial facilities globally.
PPG to Acquire Alpha Coating Technologies, Light Industrial Powder Coatings Manufacturer
PPG has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Alpha Coating Technologies, LLC. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2020.
Evonik Completes Acquisition of Peroxychem
Evonik stated that it expects to leverage an unchanged synergy level of $20 million, especially in operations and logistics, expansion of the product portfolio, and launch of new technologies.
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.
ACA Submits Comments on Texas Proposal to Amend “Universal Waste” Regulations
In its comments, ACA expressed support for the proposed amendments, noting that it will provide clarity for industry on what products and materials fall under the new definition of the regulation. However, ACA sought to further erase any ambiguity with a more precise definition of “paint-related waste” and “paint-related material.”
OSHA Revises National Emphasis Program to Reduce or Eliminate Worker Exposure to Silica
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a revised National Emphasis Program (NEP) to identify and reduce or eliminate worker exposures to respirable crystalline silica in general industry, maritime, and construction.
ACA Urges Washington Legislature to Amend Copper Antifouling Bill
ACA is asking that the Washington Department of Ecology take further investigative action by completing another study and convening a stakeholder advisory committee to review the state of science, fully understand potential alternatives, and examine environmental tradeoffs and any potential unintended impacts of a ban on the use of copper in antifouling paints for recreational vessels.
EPA, Army Issue Updated WOTUS Final Rule
The new definition of ‘Waters of the United States’ is far narrower than the previous version, as it excludes federal oversight of isolated wetlands and ephemeral streams that only flow after a heavy rainfall.
