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NASF Releases March 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 March.

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EPA Moves to Adopt ASTM’s New PFAS Standard for Site Assessments to Limit Liability for Cleanups

EPA taking steps to adopt new ASTM standards for conducting site assessments for PFAS contamination that could help limit cleanup liabilities for property owners.

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Court Certifies Huge Class in Landmark PFAS Suit, Eyes Possible Expansion

New litigation seeking industry-funded, independent, nationwide health studies and testing to determine the health effects of numerous PFAS found in the blood of nearly all Americans for a broad class of plaintiffs.

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CDC Relaxes COVID-19 Face Covering and Distancing Guidelines

The CDC released new guidelines that relaxed safety measures need to protect employees in the workplace from the risks associated with COVID-19.

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President Biden Announces Plan to Secure Critical Supply Chains and Revitalize U.S. Manufacturing

The Biden Administration released new reports from key agencies on critical supply chains, potential vulnerabilities, and a plan to revitalize U.S. manufacturing.

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California Adds PFOA to List of Carcinogens, Triggering More Prop 65 Requirements for PFAS Compounds

California continues to add PFAS to list of carcinogens and reproductive toxins to trigger additional labeling and warning requirements under Prop 65.

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Venjakob Features Complete Coating Solutions at Paint Expo

At this year’s Paint Expo in Karlsruhe, Germany, Venjakob Maschinenbau plans to demonstrate its competence in diverse requirements for individual and flexible system solutions.

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ECOAT22 Fosters Education, Networking Opportunities

From discovering the latest technology and trends to sourcing new partners, ECOAT22 is the premier event for the electrocoating industry. 

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Powder Coating Over Electrocoat

Powder coating expert and PF columnist Rodger Talbert offers advice for powder coating over an initial ecoat layer. 

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