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GRACO INC.: Electrostatic Spray Guns

New components and accessories extend benefits to all Pro Xp guns already used in industrial finishing operations throughout the world.

July 11, 2019

Graco Inc. has extended its Pro Xp™ manual electrostatic coating gun line with 50 new models that fulfill specific spraying needs.

ALTANA Acquires Paul N. Gardner

Within the ALTANA Group, the business will be integrated into the Instruments Business Line of the BYK Division (BYK-Gardner).

July 8, 2019

ALTANA recently announced that it has acquired the operating assets of the Paul N. Gardner Co. Inc. (GARDCO) of Pompano Beach, Fla.

Chemical Industry Logistics Digitization in a Changing Economy

To gain stability in the changing economy, chemical industry businesses will need to undergo a digital transformation.

David Cahn

July 8, 2019

The chemical industry in the U.S. is poised for significant growth in 2019, according to the American Chemistry Council (ACC).

Michael H. Sullivan Joins RPM to Spearhead Organizational Restructuring

Michael Sullivan will oversee RPM’s 2020 MAP to Growth operating improvement initiative.

June 26, 2019

RPM International Inc. recently announced that has appointed Michael H. Sullivan vice president of operations and chief restructuring officer.

Multiple Applications Driving Strong Growth for Waterborne Epoxy Resins

Asia-Pacific held a dominant regional position in the waterborne epoxy resins market in 2018.

June 21, 2019

The global waterborne epoxy resins market was valued at nearly $2.8 billion in 2018 and is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 7.7% from 2019-2027.

Nouryon Increases Production Capacity for Expandable Microspheres in Sweden

Nouryon also announced earlier this year that it would invest in a new world-scale Expancel plant in the U.S., subject to final board approval.

June 19, 2019

Nouryon has completed a €20 million (approximately $22.4 million) project in Sundsvall, Sweden, that significantly raises production capacity for its Expancel expandable microspheres.

Luxury Vehicle Market to See Strong Growth through 2023

Increasing demand for luxury vans and buses, as well as electrified vehicles, is positively impacting the market.

June 17, 2019

A recent market research study projects the global luxury vehicle market to grow at a CAGR of more than 12% from 2019-2023.

Call for Papers Open for RadTech 2020

Those interested in presenting a technical conference paper should fill out the online Abstract Submission Form prior to September 20, 2019.

June 11, 2019

RadTech-The Association for UV+EB Technology invites interested parties to submit an abstract for the 2020 RadTech UV+EB Technology & Conference, which is scheduled for March 9-11 at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, Fla.

Builder Confidence Posts Solid Gain in May

Builder sentiment is at its highest level since October 2018.

June 11, 2019

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose three points to 66 in May 2019, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).