Coatings World articles from April 2004

Coatings World archives from April 2004

Thinking outside the lab: at an event focused on high-tech paint science, a savvy industry veteran noted the need to marry scientific research and market research.(Editor's Page)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... With budgets tighter than ever, coatings technologists often juggle multiple projects with limited resources and looming deadlines. And while it sounds obvious, their R&D efforts need to be focused on improvements that will make products...

Akzo Nobel to divest PUR adhesives business.(U.S. Hispanic Contractors Association)
April 1, 2004... Akzo Nobel has announced its intention to divest the company's industrial polyurethane (PUR) adhesives and system business to Sika Group. At press time, Akzo Nobel said it expected the transaction to be concluded on April 1. The PUR...

Fuller buys adhesives business in Portugal.(Probos, S.A., H.B. Fuller Company)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... H.B. Fuller Company has acquired the adhesives and resins businesses of Probos, S.A., a licensee of Fuller's Rakol woodworking brand in Portugal. The business includes water-based, hot-melt, reactive and solvent-based adhesives for the...

Ferro dedicates R&D center in honor of former CEO Posnick.(Fresh Paint)(Ferro Corp. chief executive officer Adolph Posnick)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Ferro Corp. has dedicated its technical center in Independence, OH in honor of Adolph Posnick, the company's retired chairman and chief executive officer who worked for Ferro for 50 years. The Posnick Center of Innovative Technology is the...

BASF swaps foil and fiber board coatings businesses with Treffert; extends agreement with Russian Iron & Steel Corp.(Fresh Paint)(Treffert Group)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... BASF Coatings has acquired Treffert Group's foil coatings business, and in a separate transaction, Treffert has agreed to acquire the fiber board coating business from BASF Coatings' affiliates in Spain and Italy. The deal included...

Toyota and DuPont National Collision and Refinish Training Center opens in Florida.(Fresh Paint)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... With the help of DuPont Performance Coatings, Southeast Toyota Distributors and Toyota Motor Sales, Florida Community College in Jacksonville, FL has opened a new campus collision and refinish training center at its Institute for Transportation...

McCoy's is stocking Glidden.(McCoy Corp. )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... McCoy's Building Supply Centers is now stocking the Glidden paint brand. McCoy's, which operates 85 stores in Arkansas, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas, is based in San Marcos, TX. "McCoy's is very excited to move its paint...

Akzo car refinishes opens ICT center in Bangalore, India.(Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... To foster development of new IT related services for the collision repair industry in India, Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes has opened an international ICT competence center in Bangalore. The center, which will work in close cooperation with the...

Gains in wood flooring, furniture to drive U.S. wood protection coatings and preservatives market, Freedonia study says.(Fresh Paint)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Demand for wood protection coatings and preservatives is forecast to rise two percent per year to reach $3 billion in 2007, according to a new study from Freedonia Group, the Cleveland, OH-based market research firm. Environmental issues...

Lord signs marketing deal with Terramix of Costa Rica; opens new automotive after-market facility in Michigan.(Fresh Paint)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Lord Corp., Cary, NC, has signed a 10-year agreement with Terramix S.A., a San Jose, Costa Rica-based maker of rubber gaskets for pipes, in which Terramix will develop the global market for MetalJacket-enhanced pipe products designed for the...

NPCA comments on EPA's proposed dye and pigment production waste listing.(Fresh Paint)
April 1, 2004... NPCA has submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Nov. 2003 proposed Dye and Pigment Production Waste Listing. The rule would list non-waste waters from the production of certain dyes, pigments and FD&C...

CEPE general assembly is June 3-4 in Barcelona, Spain.(Fresh Paint)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... CEPE's annual conference and general assembly will be held June 3-4 in Barcelona, Spain. For more information, contact C. Ganduxer, (34) 93-240-61-50; Fax (34) 93 240-50-41; E-mail: incentivos@viajesandromeda.es. or CEPE's Gudrun Kosow, 32 (0)...

DPC to market custom finishes under Hot Hues label.(Fresh Paint)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... All DPC custom finishes will now be marketed under the Hot Hues label. To help mark the launch, DPC is hosting the Hot Hues awards contest in which 36 winners will receive free products and recognition in the new Hot Hues calendar. The Hot Hues...

Akzo Nobel patents antifouling paint: patent no. U.S. 6,559,202 B1.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Akzo Nobel has received a patent for an antifouling paint having a binder comprising a rosin material and an auxiliary film-forming resin. The paint contains an ingredient with marine biocide properties, wherein the binder comprises a blend of...

Kansai Paint patents inorganic film-forming coating: patent no. U.S. 6,565,641 B1.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Kansai Paint has received a patent for a heat modified, inorganic film-forming coating composition prepared by heat treating at 80[degrees] to 100[degrees]C or autoclaving at 80[degrees] to 200[degrees] C an inorganic film-forming coating...

Lord Corp. patents structural adhesive: patent no. U.S. 6,559,257 B2.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Lord Corporation has received a patent for a structural adhesive composition exhibiting reduced odor. It consists of an ambient temperature reactive redox catalyst system, a free radical-polymerizable monomer in addition to a monomer which is a...

E. I. Du Pont de Nemours patents grouting compositions: patent no. U.S. 6,545,068 B1.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company has been granted a patent for a grouting composition. The first component comprises a peroxide, a liquid which comprises water and a solid particulate. The second component comprises a polymer, a...

Additives for mineral building materials containing cement: patent no. U.S. 6,545,067 B1.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... BASF has received a patent for a mixture comprising at least one polycarboxylate-based plasticizer and, as an air detrainer, butoxylated polyalkylenepolyamines or salts thereof mixed with a mineral building material comprising cement.

Elementis patents granular low-dusting pigments: patent no. U.S. 6,562,120 B2.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Elementis UK Ltd. has received a patent for a process to prepare low dusting, free flowing granules of iron oxide or chromium oxide for pigmenting cement or concrete. The process is comprised of mixing iron oxide or chromium oxide and at least...

Luminescent color-shifting pigments: patent no. U.S. 6,565,770 B1.(Patents Update)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Flex Products has received a patent for a luminescent color-shifting pigment flake that is comprised of a reflector layer, a first dielectric layer overlying the reflector layer, a first absorber layer overlying the first dielectric layer and a...

REACH-ing common ground?(Europe)(Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals)
April 1, 2004... Following months of disgruntlement, the icy floes of opinion surrounding the European Union's proposed chemicals policies are finally beginning to thaw. With the EU agreeing to carry out a second round of impact assessments on its controversial...

Sprucing up St. Vincent.(Latin America)
April 1, 2004... Commercial construction and residential remodeling in St. Vincent and the Grenadines are bringing new life to the market for architectural and industrial paints and coatings in this eastern Caribbean nation. "St. Vincent and the Grenadines...

"Adjacencies" have merit too.(Strategies & Analysis)
April 1, 2004... In the February installment, we discussed the importance of being realistic in valuing your core competencies lest you become deceived with your perception of relative competitive muscle. We mention the "acid test" being the marketplace...

Radcure coatings: UV and EB coatings technology continues to impact many industries, delivering environmental and performance benefits to a variety of companies ranging from multi-billion dollar cosmetic giants to high-end cabinet makers to the local auto repair shop.(Cover Story)
April 1, 2004... The radcure coatings market already enjoys a rather diverse client list. From Estee Lauder, the $4.7 billion maker of cosmetics, skin care and perfumes, to high-end cabinetry makers to the local auto repair shop, UV coatings are speeding up...

The Blade Shop Inc.(product introduction)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... This company is the leading manufacturer of high speed mixing and dispersion blades in the U.S. With the widest assortment of types and sizes in stock, we can ship most orders the same day. Check the prices--you will be pleasantly surprised. A...

Lansco Colors new shade card.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Lansco Colors has prepared a new shade card for our customers highlighting our diverse line of organic pigments. Technical information and color chips are included. Lansco, the largest importer of Organic Pigments from Asia, also offers a full...

Hostaperm[R] blue.(Copper-Phthalocyanine Blues pigments from Clariant Corp.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Clariant has a full range of Copper-Phthalocyanine Blues pigments from red shade to green shade crystal forms. For Automotive OEM, Auto refinish, Industrial Paints, Powder Coatings and Architectural Paints. ISO certification. For more...

Tego Journal 2004.(Tego Coating and Ink Additives)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Tego Coating & Ink Additives announces the availability of its 2004 edition of the Tego Journal. This edition contains the latest product information and services for coatings and printing ink formulators. Tego Coating & Ink Additives will...

New! Gardco Mini Cat # 21.
April 1, 2004... 136 full color pages of new and revised physical testing & inspection instruments for the coatings and related industries available now from the Paul N. Gardner Company, Inc. Listings include: Abrasion Application Color/Gloss...

Coatings adhesion tester.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... PATTI adhesion testers provide accurate quantitative measurement of the pull-of strength of your paint, adhesive, or coating. A patented, self-aligning system uses compressed gas to apply a continuous load to a pull-stub mounted on the test...

Free product guide from UCB.(UCB S.A.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Surface Specialties UCB produces and supplies the broadest range of Radcure coating resins, additives and inks. We offer technically-innovative products, value-added solutions, and outstanding service. Whether your market is automotive,...

Additives for coil coatings.(Lubrizol Coating Additives)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Four-page brochure describes Lubrizol Coating Additives products for use in coil coating. Products include Surface Modifiers, Flow Control Additives, Adhesion Promoters and Rheology Control Agents. The additives provide abrasion and metal mark...

Measure color.... measure quality.(HunterLab Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Product color or lack of color can be a key indicator of quality. Learn the theory of how we see and measure color from the educational CD entitled "The Basics of Color Perception and Measurement". Contact HunterLab for your free copy. ...

High-performance wax additives.(Product Brochure outlines; from Micro Powders Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Micro Powders' expanded Product Brochure outlines over 100 products and applications for easy reference. Contained in these 8-pages, are the company's complete range of specialty additives for use in paint, coatings and ink formulations. These...

New easy-dispersing black iron oxide.(from Hoover Color Corp. )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Hoover Color announces HB-1090 Thermal Black Iron Oxide HB-1090 has the blue undertone desired by many formulators. HB-1090 utilizes a unique and patented thermal process, which creates perfect spheres of high-purity Magnetite or Black Iron...

Products for UV & EB.(product brochures; Shamrock Technologies Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... For technical info or samples of our unique EverGlide & UltraGlide dispersions for UV/EB: UV636 for flexible packaging; UV691 for wood; UV4HD for automotive, aerospace & electronics; and UltraMatte for thin film matting efficiency, call 800 349...

Waterborne crosslinking agent.(Carbodilite)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Carbodilite" is a multifunctional polycarbodiimide crosslinking agent manufactured by Nisshinbo Industries, Inc. It reacts with carboxyl and amino groups, and is designed to crosslink dispersions and emulsions at ambient or elevated...

Premium fillers & extenders.(Unimin Corp.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... A major supplier to the paint and coatings industry, Unimin is committed to providing a wide range of premium mineral fillers and extender. Our objective is to meet and exceed our customers' expectations and to provide products that will...

Industrial mixing equipment.(from Conn and Co.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Conn and Co., LLC, designs and manufactures industrial mixing equipment. The company has introduced three patented blades under the tradename Conn Blade[R]. The ITT style features a combination of louvers and teeth. The IT has louvers for...

Little Joe Industries.(product introduction)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Little Joe Industries offers the ADM Automatic Draw-Down Machine for use with grind gages. The ADM automates the draw down process controlling scraper angle, speed, and force. Since these aspects are no longer operator dependent your grind gage...

Hoover's Color Guide.(Hoover Color Corp.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Hoover's Color Guide for Industrial Applications groups colors into six groups. Comparative tables describe properties for each pigment. Pigments are displayed with color chips illustrating masstone color and a combination with Titanium...

Troy literature promotes Polyphase[R] 663.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Polyphase 663 is a low VOC, broad-spectrum dry film preservative offering safe handling advantages, color and thermal stability, and protection against both fungal and algal attack. Polyphase 663 is ideal for use in a wide variety of exterior...

Toyo global pigment group.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Toyo Pigments is one of the top 5 global organic pigment manufacturers. Our reputation has been built on our unique and extensive surface treatment chemistries that provide formulation and performance enhancements for our users. Toyo Color...

ECKART offers new Dorolan[R] brochure.(ECKART America)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... ECKART America offers new DOROLAN[R] stabilized gold bronze pigments. DOROLAN[R] pigments combine vibrant colors in a superior metallic appearance. The pigments are offered in eight shades and in different particle sizes. Fine pigments in the...

Resins update: paint companies are running leaner, and resins suppliers are shouldering more responsibility at a time when their own production costs are escalating.
April 1, 2004... A year ago, resin company executives were faced with rising raw material and crude oil prices and political instability. Still they remained upbeat, predicting a turn in the economy by the end of the year. Unfortunately, one year later, the...

M&A 2003 in review: 2003 was a steady year in terms of mergers and acquisitions in the North American paint market, with buyers aggressively seeking synergies.
April 1, 2004... Although the number of transactions increased in 2003 (21 transactions) over 2002 (14 transactions), all things considered, 2003 was an unremarkable year for paint and coatings transactions. Of the transactions that took place, 12 involved...

Lab equipment directory: here is a look at the latest offerings from select lab equipment manufacturers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly..
April 1, 2004... Datacolor Lawrenceville, NJ (609) 924-2189 Fax: (609) 895-7472 E-mail: marketing@datacolor.com Web site: www.datacolor.com New Product: MultiFX10 multi-angle spectrophotometer Attributes/comments: The Multi FX10...

31st Waterborne Symposium: attendees at this annual event learn about the latest waterborne and related technology to the coatings industry.
April 1, 2004... Paint formulators, chemists, students and other individuals involved in waterborne coatings and related technology gathered once again in New Orleans for the 31st annual Waterborne, High-Solids and Powder Coatings Symposium Feb. 18-20. With...

Arch acquires Avecia's biocides business.(Arch Chemicals Inc.,)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Arch Chemicals has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Avecia's biocides business, which is comprised of a protection and hygiene business and a pool and spa business, for approximately $210 million. The transaction is expected to close...

UCAR Emulsion Systems to build new latex facility.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... UCAR Emulsion Systems, a business unit of Dow Chemical Co., is bolstering its North American manufacturing capability. Plans include construction of a new facility at its St. Charles operations in Hahnville, LA by Union Carbide Corp. In...

Huber Engineered Materials acquires calcium carbonate processing facility.(Industry News)(of Omya Quincy Inc.'s facility in Quincy, IL)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Huber Engineered Materials has acquired Omya Quincy Inc.'s industrial-grade calcium carbonate processing facility in Quincy, IL. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Under Huber's management, the facility will begin migrating its operations to...

Sartomer opens new office in Brazil.(Industry News)(appointed Eduardo Guillermo Signorelli as manager of Sartomer do Brazil)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Sartomer Company has opened its first Latin America office, Sartomer do Brazil, in Sao Paolo. The new office will serve formulators and chemists throughout Latin America, providing technical and sales support for Sartomer's entire line of...

SiberHegner N. America changes name to DKSH North America.(Industry News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Following the merger and integration of the SiberHegner Group and Diethelm Keller Services Asia Ltd. into DKSH Holding Ltd., SiberHegner North America Inc. has changed its name to DKSH North America, Inc. The company's new address is DKSH North...

RadTech announces new board member and award winners.(Industry News)(appointments and RadTech President's Award)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... RadTech International has elected Tom Dun of Printpack Inc. and John Owed of ITW Automotive Finishing Group to its board of directors. "We are excited to have Tom and John join our board as leaders in their respective industries," said Gary...

Smart Coatings III June 7-8 in Berlin.(Industry News)(conference)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... The European Coatings Conference, "Smart Coatings III," will take place June 7-8 in Berlin Germany. More info: Vincentz Network, +49 511 99 10 271; Fax: +49 511 99 10 279; E-mail: amanda.beyer@coatings.de; Web: www.coatings.de.

Obituary: Anagnostou of Eastern Michigan University.(Industry News)(professor and program coordinator Taki Anagnostou)(Brief Article)(Obituary)
April 1, 2004... Taki Anagnostou, professor and program coordinator of the Bachelor of Science program in polymers and coatings technology and Master of Science program in polymer technology at Eastern Michigan University (EMU), died February 17 at his home....

ISP launches online MSDS search on web site.(Industry News)(International Specialty Products Inc.'s Material Safety Data Sheets )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... International Specialty Products (ISP) had added Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to its web site, www.ispcorp.com. Products can be searched by name or by five-digit base code. U.S., international or Canadian versions of each MSDS are...

ASTM weathering subcommittee re-forms task group G03.01.(Industry News)(American Society for Testing and Materials)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... ASTM's subcommittee G03.01 on Joint Weathering Projects has reformed its task group G03.01.05 on compliance issues. The subcommittee is part of Committee G03 on Weathering and Durability. While there are currently no plans to develop a...

Bayer Polymers.(launched a new website)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Bayer Polymers has launched a new web site, www.polyasparticcoatings.com, offering information on polyaspartics coatings technology.

National Instrument Company.(updated its web site, www.filamatic.com)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... National Instrument Company has updated its web site, www.filamatic.com, to include information on applications, products and specific industry concentrations.

Product price index.(Industry News)(statistics)(Illustration)
April 1, 2004... PRODUCT PRICE INDEX Company Product Change Air Products Polymers Flexcryl acrylic-based increase of $0.03/wet polymers in U.S. and lb. Canada...

Akzo Nobel makes management changes.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Akzo Nobel has appointed Rinus Rooseboom, former senior group director coatings, to the position of general manager of the car refinishes business unit. He will succeed Cor de Grauw who will be heading the Nobilas unit. Rooseboom started...

PPG makes changes in automotive aftermarket unit.(People on the Move)(appointments and promotions at PPG Industries Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Garry A. Goudy has been appointed vice president of PPG Industries' automotive aftermarket comprising automotive refinish coatings, automotive replacement glass and insurance and services. While continuing to lead PPG's refinish coatings...

DuPont refinishes appoints three managers for European region.(People on the Move)(DuPont Refinish)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... DuPont Refinish has appointed Kevin Docherty brand manager for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Docherty replaces Carl Festre, who will become business manager for Benelux. Docherty will concentrate his efforts on transitioning from solventborne...

Degussa appoints VP sales for building blocks unit.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Degussa Corp. has appointed George Rightmeyer vice president of sales for its building blocks business unit. In this position, Rightmeyer is responsible for U.S. sales, customer service, controlling and administration and implementation of...

Rohm and Haas names Robinson director architectural coatings.(People on the Move)(Stephen J. Robinson at Rohm and Haas Co.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Stephen J. Robinson, a vice president at Rohm and Haas Company, has been named business unit director for the company's architectural and functional coatings group. Robinson succeeds Alan Barton, who will expand his role as business group...

Andre takes new role at Eckart America L.P.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Sher Andre has moved into an expanded role as supply chain manger at Eckart America L.P. In her new role, Andre will be responsible for directing the customer service department, import coordination, shipping and receiving and the sample...

Benjamin Moore names new director of color design.(People on the Move)(Doty Horn at Benjamin Moore and Co.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Benjamin Moore has appointed Doty Horn as its new director of color and design. Horn joins the company from J. Josephson Inc., a New Jersey-based manufacturer and distributor of contact wall coverings. She previously worked as the design...

Plasticolors hires buyer and technical service reps.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Plasticolors has hired William Hanselman as a new buyer. With more than a decade of purchasing experience, Hanselman will be responsible for planning, organizing and controlling the procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, traffic...

Lienert named president of Occidental of Chemical.(People on the Move)(people at Occidental Chemical Corp.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Occidental Petroleum Corp., has appointed James M. Lienert president of the company's wholly owned subsidiary, Occidental Chemical Corp. Lienert has also been elected vice president of Occidental Petroleum. He replaces John L. Hurst who will be...

McSwain named president of ATSSA.(People on the Move)(PRESIDENT OF Innovative Performance Systems has been named president of the American Traffic Safety Services Association )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Tom McSwain, president of Innovative Performance Systems, has been named president of the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA), an international roadway safety association headquartered in Fredericksburg, VA. McSwain will serves...

California Paints appoints district sales manager.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... California Paints has appointed Paul Hopco district sales manager. Hopco will cover the Connecticut and New York territory, managing independent dealer business activity in this area.

E.T. horn names Tauble senior account manager.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Brian Tauble has joined E.T. Horn as a senior account manager within the company's advanced materials group. In this position, be will contribute to the group's sales activities throughout northern California, Utah and Colorado.

Labsphere appoints Miller eastern sales manager.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Labsphere has appointed Rick Miller sales manager for the eastern U.S. Working in Labsphere's New Hampshire office, Miller will manage the company's complete line of light measurement and uniform light source systems.

Eastman's Rodgers joins board of directors at Lord Corp.(People on the Move)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... James P. Rodgers, executive vice president of Eastman Chemical Co. and president of Eastman Division, has joined the board of directors for Lord Corporation.

Rust-Oleum adds to Industrial Choice line.(New Products)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Rust-Oleum Corp. has added an acrylic aliphatic urethane to its Industrial Choice multi-purpose coatings line. Industrial Choice acrylic aliphatic urethane, a general purpose, two-component acrylic polyurethane coating, dries to a hard finish...

Polyvine introduces new line of water-based primers.(New Products)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... West Palm Beach, FL-based-Polyvine Inc. has introduced a line of water-based primers including all surface, general purpose and stain blocker formulations. The primers are fast drying and easy to apply. The all surface primer dries clear and...

Dupont adds system for European refinish market.(New Products)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... DuPont has launched a new heavy duty refinishing system for the European market. Imron Fleet line consists of two topcoat systems: Imron Elite, a high solids system that features short drying times and Imron Traffic, a medium solids system....

Dow offers Syntegra aromatic polyurethane.(Supplier's Corner)
April 1, 2004... The Dow Chemical Company has introduced Syntegra YM 2000 and Syntegra YM 2100 waterborne polyurethane dispersions for coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers applications. The two products are manufactured without the use of organic...

Air Products offers Anquamine 701 curing agent.(Supplier's Corner)
April 1, 2004... Air Products' Anquamine 701 curing agent is a self-leveling flooring system product that complements the newest concrete offerings and can be applied to new or existing concrete. Anquamine 701 offers added benefits when applied to concrete...

Cabot launches new black pigment and fluidizing oxidizer.(Supplier's Corner)
April 1, 2004... Cabot has launched two new materials for the coatings industry--a high color black pigment and a fluidizing additive for powder coatings. Emperor carbon black pigment is designed to provide superior jetness and color strength in water-based and...

Gardco offers new coating thickness gage.(Supplier's Corner)
April 1, 2004... Gardco has launched the PosiTector 200 coating thickness gage for measuring on wood, concrete and more. This hand-held instrument features fast measurement of total coating thickness with no adjustment required to measure most coatings. It also...

UCAR Emulsion Systems offers rheology modifiers.(Supplier's Corner)
April 1, 2004... UCAR Emulsion Systems has developed Polyphobe rheology modifiers, offering formulators lower VOC emissions and cost effective replacements for traditional thickeners. These products act as efficient polymeric dispersants, reducing the demand...

Netzsch offers size reduction equipment.(Supplier's Corner)
April 1, 2004... Netzsch has a variety of custom-designed grinding and dispersion equipment for a number of applications including nanotechnology. Netzsch's fine grinding machines are specially manufactured for the most stringent specifications, including...