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NASF Releases February 2022 Policy Update

The National Association for Surface Finishing has released its monthly Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of February.

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California Clarifies Rule to Phase Out Hexavalent Chromium Processes

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) appears to be set on a rule phasing out hexavalent chromium plating and anodizing processes that could disrupt industry and critical supply chains.

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Senate Initiates Plans for Bipartisan PFAS Bill, Building on EPA Efforts

Senate Democrats are focusing on a possible bipartisan bill to address PFAS issues.

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Electrocoating

Virtual Courses on Polymers and Coatings

The Coatings Research Institute at Eastern Michigan University is offering a series of instructional courses that cover the basics of paints and coatings, coating formulations, waterborne coatings, as well as the fundamentals of resins and polymers.

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MicroCare Hires Regional Sales Manager for Eastern Mexico

Manuel Gonzalez will support MicroCare’s distributors and customers in the Eastern Mexico region from Monterrey to Mexico City.

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Powder Coating

PPG Expands Powder Coating Business Through Acquisition

Upon completion, PPG’s acquisition of Arsonsisi’s powder coating business will enable PPG to expand its powder coatings offering in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region.

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Powder Coating

Mike Thies Celebrates 35 Years at Gema

Gema recognizes Director of Engineering and Sales Mike Thies for 35 years of service.

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Powder Coating

PCI Appoints 2022 Board of Directors, Executive Officers

The Powder Coating Institute has announced Board of Directors and Executive Officers for 2022.

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sustainability

Axalta Commits to Reducing Emissions 50% by 2030

The company has also made 10 new sustainability commitments for 2030, including a commitment to produce sustainability benefits from 80% of Axalta's new product developments.

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Liquid Coating

Comprehensive Coatings Guide for Construction Industry

Cortec Corporation has released an online coatings guide that gives an introduction to Cortec Micro-Corrosion Inhibiting Coatings Technology. It also includes information on how and where to apply the coatings.

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