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Readers Most Interested in PPG Coatings Expansion

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Susan Sutton

April 7, 2014

Last week, readers were most interested in PPG’s announcement regarding a coatings facility expansion.

PPG to Invest $27 Million in Mexico Coatings Facility Expansion

March 25, 2014

PPG Industries recently announced plans to invest more than $27 million in its San Juan del Rio, Queretaro, Mexico, coatings manufacturing facility.

Ford Shifts Truck Production from Mexico to Ohio

March 17, 2014

Ford recently announced that production of its all-new 2016 F-650 and F-750 medium-duty trucks will shift from Mexico to its Ohio Assembly Plant starting early next year.

Market Trends: Worldwide Composites Markets Growing

Demand for composite materials in the aerospace and automotive industries is expected to rise.

Teresa McPherson

November 1, 2013

Opportunities for composites in the North American automotive market are promising.

PPG Third Quarter Sales Grow 17%

October 25, 2013

PPG Industries recently reported third quarter net sales of $4 billion, up 17% compared to the prior year.

Momentive Signs Research Agreement for Automotive Composites

September 11, 2013

The research collaboration agreement between MSC and the Fraunhofer Project Center combines the state-of-the-art technology and capabilities of both partners.

Focus On: Pumping and Metering Advancements

Adhesives can provide a better bond than welding or mechanical fasteners in many cases.

Peter G. Hedger, Jr.

August 5, 2013

The composites industry is full of interesting technologies and products. In the world of composites, diversity can be seen at every turn.

Bonding Composites: From Performance to Fashion

Adhesive formulators are developing a variety of bonding systems to meet the needs of the dynamic composites industry.

Laurie Gibbons

August 5, 2013

Composite materials, including carbon fiber, are often preferred over conventional materials such as metal because they are lightweight, versatile and resilient.