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Waterborne Symposium Issues Call for Papers

Papers are invited pertaining to new and emerging technologies related to materials, processes, production, characterization, application, and markets in the field of surface coatings.
September 11, 2020
Abstract submission for the 48th Annual International Waterborne, High-Solids, and Powder Coatings Symposium is now open.
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NSF Advances Artificial Intelligence Research with New Nationwide Institutes

With an investment of more than $100 million over the next five years, NSF’s Artificial Intelligence Institutes represent the nation’s most significant federal investment in AI research and workforce development to date.
September 11, 2020
The U.S. National Science Foundation recently announced it is establishing new artificial intelligence (AI) institutes to accelerate research, expand America’s workforce, and transform society in the decades to come.
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Kraton Seeking Regulatory Approvals for Block Copolymer Use as Disinfectant

Depending on the regulatory approval process or certification requirements by country, Kraton believes that BIAXAM could be used as a coating on personal protective equipment (PPE) and as a replaceable peel-and-stick film for a broad range of applications.
September 10, 2020

Kraton Corp. recently announced that it is seeking regulatory approval for BIAXAM, a sulfonated polymer technology with long-lasting self-disinfecting properties that has been demonstrated in studies to quickly inactivate up to 99.99% of SARS-CoV-2 (virus that causes COVID-19) and other microbes.


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SONGWON and First Quality Chemicals Enter Distribution Partnership for Mexico

Under the new agreement, First Quality Chemicals is the exclusive distributor in Mexico for SONGWON’s SONGNOX CS antioxidants, SONGSORB CS ultraviolet absorbers/hindered amine light stabilizers (UVA/HAL), and SONGCURE CS photoinitiators.
September 10, 2020
SONGWON Industrial Co., Ltd. recently announced that it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with First Quality Chemicals for the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) markets.
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Dow Named One of PEOPLE’S 50 Companies that Care

The annual list, with rankings representing the experience of more than 4.7 million working U.S. citizens, will be featured in PEOPLE’s September 14 issue.
September 9, 2020
Dow recently announced that it has been named one of the 2020 PEOPLE’s 50 Companies that Care by Great Place to Work and PEOPLE.
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Maroon Group Expands Operations, Relocates Eastern Headquarters

Maroon reports that the transition into a newer, more modern facility is another step that is transforming the company from a regionally focused operation into one fully integrated North American distribution platform.
September 9, 2020
Maroon Group recently announced the relocation of its CASE Northeast Clinton, N.J., office to 53 Frontage Rd., Suite 255, Hampton, NJ 08827.
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