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Congressional Letter Sent to Automakers Regarding Hexavalent Chromium

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) recently sent a major letter to automotive industry CEOs regarding the use of hexavalent chromium from plating in the automotive supply chain. NASF Government Affairs through The Policy Group spoke on this and related topics last week at the Automotive Industry Action Group’s fall conference on the International Material Data System (IMDS).

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regulation

EPA Submits Proposed PFAS Drinking Water Standard to White House for Review

The new drinking water standard for PFOS and PFOA was submitted to the White Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for interagency review.  The proposed rule is expected to be issued by the end of 2022.

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nasf

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Oral Argument on WOTUS

Stakeholders looking to Supreme Court for much-needed clarity on the definition of waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.

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Parts Cleaning

Pretreatment for Painting

Better adhesion, enhanced corrosion and blister resistance, and reduced coating-part interactions make pretreatment a must.

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nasf

NASF Releases October 2022 Policy Update

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

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aerospace

When the Stakes are High, Clean

Precision cleaning is critical for finishing aerospace oxygen system parts.

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photo finish

Valve Finishes

Nickel and chrome plated brass plumbing valve bodies by Everbright Metal Finishers.

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sustainability

BASF Receives PEP Environmental Stewardship Award

This award honors BASF for its stewardship and aims to inspire more businesses to be environmentally conscious and responsible.

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Liquid Coating

SAMES KREMLIN and iNTEC SAMES KREMLIN Rebrand as Sames

Paint and sealant application solutions provider refocuses on fundamentals and meeting technical and environmental challenges.

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basics

Preventing Anodizing Cathodes from Turning Red

While the red color may not be desirable, anodizing expert Drew Nosti says it poses no particular problem to a successful anodizing process.

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