Covestro has completed the modernization of its TDI (Toluene Diisocyanate) plant in Dormagen, Germany. At an event with around 60 invited guests from politics, business, and staff, Covestro officially commissioned the plant and announced its new target for increasing energy efficiency in production. Read More…
Microban International has launched AkoTech, an advanced platform of multifunctional coating technologies that enhance and protect a broad spectrum of products, and which it says provides benefits such as excellent hardness, adhesion, water and oil repellency and chemical resistance. Read More…
The Chemours Company and Energy Fuels Inc. announced they are forming a strategic alliance to expand the companies’ existing relationship to enhance U.S. domestic rare earth and critical mineral supply chains to meet increasing demand. Read More…
BASF is investing in its manufacturing site in Puebla, Mexico, to increase the capacity of aminic antioxidants for lubricants. The company says that this expansion underscores its commitment as a dedicated supplier of components for the lubricant industry. Read More…
Perstorp has launched its Neptem™ range for alkyds, a portfolio of emulsifier solutions enabling the next generation of high-performance, low-VOC waterborne alkyds. Read More…
From March 24 through March 28, ACA will join the World Coatings Council and paint and coatings associations and companies from around the world in this exciting global initiative launching across social media channels. Read More…
Brandywine Label Printing is now Empower Label™. The company announced its new name, logo and expansion of its products and services. It has also opened a new 72,000 square foot facility in Plymouth, Minn., which will serve as the company’s flagship distribution center for pick and ship. Read More…
IMCD Group announced the opening of new offices in Dubai. The new facilities include two technical centers dedicated to the IMCD’s Coatings & Construction and Food & Nutrition Business Groups. Read More…
Arkema has expanded its bio-attributed offerings with ISCC PLUS certification for its acrylic and liquid polyester resins (OFPE) production site in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia. According to Arkema, this certification is part of the company’s strategy to offer a full range of bio-attributed specialty resins and additives, including high solids, waterborne, UV/LED/EB, and polyester powders. Read More…
BASF Coatings, a supplier of coatings solutions, and NIO, an innovator in the smart electric vehicle market, have signed a Letter of Intent to establish a strategic partnership in the automotive coatings sector, focusing on exterior coatings for NIO’s electric vehicles. Read More…