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Mfg4 2012 Kickoff Keynote Presentation to Target Defense

Neal Orringer, Director of Manufacturing, Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manufacturing and Industrial Base Policy, will discuss the vital importance of a robust U.S. manufacturing sector.
03 May 2012

2012 Washington Forum: NASF Earns an A+ for Advocacy

NASF outlines primary objectives for 2012, calls for broader industry support.
02 May 2012

FTS Technologies Earns GM's Environmental Excellence Award FTS Technologies Earns GM's Environmental Excellence Award

Energy-efficient technology that lets paint stick to plastic vehicle parts without using traditional chemical adhesion systems.
19 April 2012

Canadian Government Invests in Nanotechnology Firm

Ministry of Industry supports Integran Technologies, Inc.'s research behind innovative new aerospace and defence products.
16 April 2012

PPG's Chromate-Free Primer, Pretreatment Win Boeing's Approval PPG's Chromate-Free Primer, Pretreatment Win Boeing's Approval

Airlines specify PPG Aerospace primer, pretreatment as option on Boeing widebodies.
08 February 2012

EPA Issues Significant New Use Rules on Certain Chemical Substances

Action requires persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process any of 36 listed chemical substances for an activity to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity.
05 October 2011

EPA Releases Final Health Assessment for TCE

Assessment will also allow for a better understanding of the risks of exposure to TCE—a widely used chlorinated solvent.
29 September 2011

SERFILCO Announces Management Changes

Silvio Pioli replaces Jack Berg as CEO; Michael Berg and James Berg earn promotions.
16 September 2011

GM Eliminates Solvent from Suppliers’ Paint Process

Adhesion alternative is energy efficient and practically emission-free, GM says.
31 August 2011

Siemens Industry Process Instrumentation and Analytics Announces Field Partnership with S&B Plant Services

Marketing agreement designed to facilitate integrated solutions based on Siemens analytical products and services, and S&B’s field construction/maintenance services.
01 August 2011

Columbia Chemical Hires Environmental Manager

Andrew Saliga brings years of environmental experience from Tier 2 automotive and medical manufacturers.
01 August 2011

EPA Opens Public Comment on Secondary Air Standards for Nitrogen and Sulfur Oxides

Agency announces pilot field study on environmental impacts.
13 July 2011

Baron-Blakeslee Receives Governor’s Award Baron-Blakeslee Receives Governor’s Award

Honor recognizes manufacturer’s status as an international exporter.
07 July 2011

Enthone Introduces Decorative and Hard Chrome PFOS-Free Processes

Family of wetting agents and fume suppressants addresses pending U.S. EPA rules.
01 May 2011

Metco Metal Finishing Announces New ISO Certification

Achievement reflects Metco Metal Finishing's focus on operational consistency and continual improvement.
25 April 2011

New England Regional Conference Makes Donation to the NASF Government Relations Fund

Annual contribution reflects ongoing support of NASF's efforts on the regulatory front
17 April 2011

Missed Opportunities at the Washington Forum

Despite a consistently robust conference program, many finishers and suppliers are choosing not to participate in this important industry event.
17 April 2011

Columbia Chemical Awarded 1st Place in Wellness@Work Recognition Program

Honor recognizes Columbia Chemical as one of the top companies in Northern Ohio working to improve employee health and overall quality of life on the job.
16 April 2011

DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College Team Up to Offer 'Spring Training" Courses

Courses to provide in-depth instruction on paint stripping, spray application, and equipment selection and maintenance.
16 February 2011

Walter Surface Technologies Products Deemed Environmentally 'Certified'

Eight products from Walter Surface Technologies earn clean air solvent certificates from most stringent air pollution control agency.
13 February 2011

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