http://www.metalfinishing.com/ Copyright Elsevier Ltd Intuitiv Ltd (www.intuitiv.net) Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:05:02 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/_common/img/template/metal-finishing/site-logo.gif http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32980/ppg-expands-springdale-pa-facility-to-serve-global-electronics-market/ Site begins producing conductive inks, coatings after Spraylat acquisition. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:12:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32980/ppg-expands-springdale-pa-facility-to-serve-global-electronics-market/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32979/enthone-osp-final-finish-verification-program-ensures-product-reliability-and-performance/ More than $1,500,000 USD customer value created. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32979/enthone-osp-final-finish-verification-program-ensures-product-reliability-and-performance/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32978/u-s-industrial-production-remains-flat-in-may/ Gains in manufacturing and mining were offset by a decrease of 1.8 percent in the output of utilities. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:47:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32978/u-s-industrial-production-remains-flat-in-may/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32977/precision-metalforming-association-release-june-2013-report/ Metalforming companies expect little change in business conditions during the next three months, survey shows. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:35:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32977/precision-metalforming-association-release-june-2013-report/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32935/valspar-to-acquire-european-industrial-coatings-company-inver-group/ Purchase expands presence in the $6 billion European industrial coatings market and provides operating synergies with Valspar's existing businesses. Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:27:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32935/valspar-to-acquire-european-industrial-coatings-company-inver-group/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32940/enthone-launches-automotive-brake-systems-blog/ Richard Lynch welcomes your questions and comments! Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32940/enthone-launches-automotive-brake-systems-blog/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32939/states-weigh-options-for-california-carve-out-in-tsca-reform-bill/ According to InsideEPA.com, states are considering options for how to amend state preemption language in the bipartisan Senate bill to reform the Toxic Substances Control Act, or TSCA, to make space for existing state programs, such as those in California that officials are urging lawmakers to protect, while still allowing for strong EPA oversight in other states. Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:32:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32939/states-weigh-options-for-california-carve-out-in-tsca-reform-bill/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32942/new-name-for-cytec-coating-resins/ Cytec Coating Resins now known as 'Allnex' Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:35:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32942/new-name-for-cytec-coating-resins/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32941/delta-trailers-chooses-ppg-commercial-coatings/ Product performance and industry support cited as chief factors in decision. Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:26:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32941/delta-trailers-chooses-ppg-commercial-coatings/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32785/akzonobel-and-solvay-expand-partnership/ Agreement underlines the commitment of both AkzoNobel and Solvay to play a key role in sustainable development and expand the use of renewable raw materials. Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32785/akzonobel-and-solvay-expand-partnership/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32808/hubbard-hall-inc-names-rob-augello-manager-of-corporate-procurement/ In this role, Augello will be responsible for corporate product sourcing, negotiations and maintaining supplier relationships for Hubbard-Hall.. Tue, 04 Jun 2013 20:50:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32808/hubbard-hall-inc-names-rob-augello-manager-of-corporate-procurement/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32747/axalta-coating-systems-launches-new-identity/ Leading global coatings supplier presents bold new look Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:37:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32747/axalta-coating-systems-launches-new-identity/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32750/dupont-titanium-technologies-announces-a-price-increase-for-ti-pure-titanium-dioxide/ Hikes impact products Sold in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and the Asia Pacific Sub-Regions. Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:27:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32750/dupont-titanium-technologies-announces-a-price-increase-for-ti-pure-titanium-dioxide/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32673/enthone-high-performance-electroplating-systems-seminar-held-in-gurgaon-india/ Sanitary and hardware industry focus draws major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers throughout the region. Thu, 30 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32673/enthone-high-performance-electroplating-systems-seminar-held-in-gurgaon-india/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32662/coventya-obtains-new-gm-approval/ Latest approval, based on zinc technology, supplements the long list of COVENTYA approvals obtained with VW, Renault, PSA, Audi, Toyota, Fiat, Honda, Ford, Volvo, Nissan and GM. Wed, 29 May 2013 14:26:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32662/coventya-obtains-new-gm-approval/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32674/nace-to-host-the-first-international-risk-management-of-corrodible-systems-conference/ Engineers, scientists to convene to reduce risk and threat of corrosion June 18-20 in Washington, D.C. Tue, 28 May 2013 00:46:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32674/nace-to-host-the-first-international-risk-management-of-corrodible-systems-conference/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32676/axalta-coating-systems-to-invest-more-than-50-million-in-china/ Shanghai plant to to manufacture and supply up to 25,000 metric tons of paint to automobile manufacturers expanding into south and central China. Mon, 27 May 2013 02:11:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32676/axalta-coating-systems-to-invest-more-than-50-million-in-china/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32675/american-coatings-association-seeks-nominations-for-its-2014-mattiello-memorial-lecture-award/ Joseph J. Mattiello Lecture Award recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to science, technology, and/or engineering related to the coatings industry. Mon, 27 May 2013 01:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32675/american-coatings-association-seeks-nominations-for-its-2014-mattiello-memorial-lecture-award/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32597/uyemura-international-corporation-expands-technical-team/ Kathleen Larson joins Uyemura as lab chemist. Thu, 23 May 2013 16:41:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32597/uyemura-international-corporation-expands-technical-team/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32567/utah-to-propose-revised-architectural-and-industrial-maintenance-rule/ 'AIM' Rule impacts VOC content in coatings. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:59:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32567/utah-to-propose-revised-architectural-and-industrial-maintenance-rule/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32566/ford-otosan-commercial-vehicles-sport-basf-coatings/ BASF supplies basecoats and clearcoats for the plant in Turkey Wed, 22 May 2013 20:31:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32566/ford-otosan-commercial-vehicles-sport-basf-coatings/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32561/intech-services-2013-training-workshops-for-dupont-fluoropolymer-coatings-set-for-september/ Attendees will learn to take their industrial coating company to the next level with sales and marketing; virtual spray workshop will improve spray applicators' techniques in key areas. Wed, 22 May 2013 16:31:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32561/intech-services-2013-training-workshops-for-dupont-fluoropolymer-coatings-set-for-september/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32570/alfred-m-weisberg-founder-of-technic-passes/ Mr. Weisberg published extensively on the subject of electroplating and had, over the years, held numerous patents in the field. Tue, 21 May 2013 21:26:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32570/alfred-m-weisberg-founder-of-technic-passes/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32568/european-risk-summit-to-examine-role-of-science-in-policy-making/ EU and International agencies, industry and researchers to descend upon Dublin, Ireland, June 11-12. Tue, 21 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32568/european-risk-summit-to-examine-role-of-science-in-policy-making/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32571/u-s-industrial-production-falls-0-5-in-april/ Decreases seen in automotive products, appliances, furniture, carpeting as well as miscellaneous durables. Mon, 20 May 2013 21:45:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32571/u-s-industrial-production-falls-0-5-in-april/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32512/advanced-technical-finishing-continues-10-million-facility-renovation/ Improvements at ATF are designed to expedite execution, decrease turnaround time and meet the increasing consumer demand for tight-tolerance, mission-critical work. Mon, 20 May 2013 19:12:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32512/advanced-technical-finishing-continues-10-million-facility-renovation/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32492/ipc-wants-your-tin-whisker-technical-papers/ Previously unpublished abstracts sought for the 7th International Symposium on Tin Whiskers in November. Fri, 17 May 2013 15:19:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32492/ipc-wants-your-tin-whisker-technical-papers/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32493/byk-gardner-announces-7th-annual-user-meeting/ Speakers from automotive makers, paint makers, part suppliers as well as raw material suppliers will share their best practices and challenges to optimize color & appearance. Thu, 16 May 2013 15:46:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32493/byk-gardner-announces-7th-annual-user-meeting/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32342/hubbard-hall-hosts-connecticut-state-chemistry-challenge/ "You Be The Chemist" is an educational and fun academic competition for 5-8th grade students in chemistry designed by the Chemical Educational Foundation. Connecticut is one of 26 states participating in the Challenge in 2013. Fri, 10 May 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32342/hubbard-hall-hosts-connecticut-state-chemistry-challenge/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32341/heatbath-expands-staff/ Jameson Grout welcomed as Heatbath's newest member of its technical service staff for metal finishing. Fri, 10 May 2013 17:30:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32341/heatbath-expands-staff/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32340/high-road-capital-partners-completes-acquisition-of-the-crown-group/ Frank Knoth, president of The Crown Group, will continue to lead the company post-closing. Fri, 10 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32340/high-road-capital-partners-completes-acquisition-of-the-crown-group/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32343/american-coatings-association-unveils-paint-coatings-market-report/ New, updated figures available in ACA's "U.S. Paint and Coatings Industry Market Analysis: 2010-2015" Thu, 09 May 2013 18:44:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32343/american-coatings-association-unveils-paint-coatings-market-report/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32347/agco-announces-three-year-42-million-plant-expansion/ Enhancements to AGCO's Minnesota facility to include: 30,000-square-foot expansion of the component manufacturing area; the installation of an additional robotic welder and a sheet laser; and an in-line paint system. Wed, 08 May 2013 19:58:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32347/agco-announces-three-year-42-million-plant-expansion/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32266/2013-powder-coating-summit-set-for-june-18-19-in-columbus-ohio/ The PC Summit, co-produced by The Powder Coating Research Group, The Powder Coating Institute and Powder Coated Tough magazine, brings together some of the greatest minds in our industry's technical and commercial communities. Tue, 07 May 2013 20:23:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32266/2013-powder-coating-summit-set-for-june-18-19-in-columbus-ohio/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32344/rem-chemicals-isotropic-superfinishing-technology-featured-on-prime-time/ "Jay Leno's Garage" TV show puts the spotlight on ISF-processed FED vehicle. Tue, 07 May 2013 19:16:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32344/rem-chemicals-isotropic-superfinishing-technology-featured-on-prime-time/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32349/enthone-inc-elevates-henri-sep-to-the-position-of-vice-president-of-global-marketing-performance-coatings/ Since joining Enthone in 2011, Sep has led efforts in delivering customer-focused solutions to OEMs, applicators and job shops. Mon, 06 May 2013 20:15:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32349/enthone-inc-elevates-henri-sep-to-the-position-of-vice-president-of-global-marketing-performance-coatings/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32234/u-s-economy-adds-165-000-jobs-in-april/ Jobless rate sits at 7.5%; March, February numbers revised upward. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:19:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32234/u-s-economy-adds-165-000-jobs-in-april/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32205/pavco-gains-further-auto-oem-specification-approvals/ HyPro(TM) compliant chemistry technologies cleared for use on zinc-plated, passivated fasteners for Chrysler Group. Thu, 02 May 2013 14:10:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32205/pavco-gains-further-auto-oem-specification-approvals/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32235/chinese-automaker-byd-to-open-first-u-s-plant/ Southern California factory to produce high-tech buses. Thu, 02 May 2013 00:50:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32235/chinese-automaker-byd-to-open-first-u-s-plant/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32214/epa-rejects-nasfs-call-to-revise-chromium-air-rule/ Agency's denial of the petition for administration reconsideration rejects calls from the NASF to soften its updated chromium electroplating national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants, Wed, 01 May 2013 18:32:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32214/epa-rejects-nasfs-call-to-revise-chromium-air-rule/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32211/lockheed-martin-celebrates-golden-anniversary-in-huntsville/ Special ceremony marks key milestones and noteworthy achievements for global security/aersospace leader. Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32211/lockheed-martin-celebrates-golden-anniversary-in-huntsville/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32208/ron-bader-appointed-director-of-sales-enthone-north-america/ Bader brings more than 30 years experience in management and the marketing and sales of electronics materials. Wed, 01 May 2013 14:42:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32208/ron-bader-appointed-director-of-sales-enthone-north-america/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32179/sur-fin-2013-to-host-global-manufacturing-panel-on-monday-june-10/ Speakers to include an esteemed list of international manufacturing experts from the United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, China and Canada. Wed, 01 May 2013 14:39:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32179/sur-fin-2013-to-host-global-manufacturing-panel-on-monday-june-10/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32207/wheelabrator-plus-promotes-brian-cappallo/ Cappallo elevated to Wheelabrator Plus U.S. sales and service manager Wed, 01 May 2013 14:28:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32207/wheelabrator-plus-promotes-brian-cappallo/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32147/bayer-materialscience-to-sell-polyester-resins-businesses-to-stepan-company/ Bayer will retain its trade name Desmophen® to continue to sell its diverse portfolio of products to the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers industries globally. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:39:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32147/bayer-materialscience-to-sell-polyester-resins-businesses-to-stepan-company/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32148/witt-lining-systems-receives-two-major-export-awards/ Producer of PVC liners earns the U.S. Commercial Service's Export Achievement Certificate and the OkDEC Export Champion honors. Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32148/witt-lining-systems-receives-two-major-export-awards/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32085/sequestration-a-dirty-word-in-the-eyes-of-industry/ Weighing the potential (and real) impacts of automatic budget cuts on the aerospace industry and the U.S. economy at large. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32085/sequestration-a-dirty-word-in-the-eyes-of-industry/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32084/registration-is-now-open-for-fabtech-2013/ CCAI FINISHING Pavilion at FABTECH 2013 is the largest show yet. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:34:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32084/registration-is-now-open-for-fabtech-2013/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32083/industrie-de-nora-group-launches-de-nora-next/ New business unit specializes in innovative and environmental friendly systems and products based on electro-chemical technologies. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:17:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32083/industrie-de-nora-group-launches-de-nora-next/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32061/surtec-international-gmbh-announces-changes-for-north-american-subsidiary/ Along with new name—SurTec, Inc—corporate installs new management team. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:24:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32061/surtec-international-gmbh-announces-changes-for-north-american-subsidiary/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32037/basf-rolls-out-rotor-blade-refinishing-system-for-the-uk-market/ Technology designed to increase the life and efficiency of wind turbines. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:35:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32037/basf-rolls-out-rotor-blade-refinishing-system-for-the-uk-market/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32039/uyemura-japan-eyes-expansion/ New research racility marks milestone for finishing research. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:21:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/32039/uyemura-japan-eyes-expansion/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31930/nace-announces-2013-industry-achievement-award-winners/ Corrosion society recognizes achievements in materials science, research and development, and organizational leadership. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:44:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31930/nace-announces-2013-industry-achievement-award-winners/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31929/american-coatings-association-and-california-paint-council-oppose-california-sb-193/ Critics argue against components of the proposed bill that would require local manufacturers to supply regulators with proprietary information pertaining to their customer lists and purchasing history. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:40:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31929/american-coatings-association-and-california-paint-council-oppose-california-sb-193/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31926/boeing-honors-suppliers-in-special-annual-ceremony/ Seventeen Boeing partners recognized for exceptional performance. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:49:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31926/boeing-honors-suppliers-in-special-annual-ceremony/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31955/airblast-eurospray-awarded-third-contract-for-raf-coningsby/ Deal entails the maintenance of four squadrons of Typhoon FGR4 aircraft – one of the world’s fastest fighter jets. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:14:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31955/airblast-eurospray-awarded-third-contract-for-raf-coningsby/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31891/precision-metalforning-association-releases-april-2013-report/ Respondents anticipate a decline in business conditions over the short term, PMA survey shows. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:22:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31891/precision-metalforning-association-releases-april-2013-report/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31936/2013-nasf-washington-forum/ Manufacturing, regulations, health care, taxes and spending dominate the agenda. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:27:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31936/2013-nasf-washington-forum/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31867/u-s-industrial-production-rises-slightly-in-march/ Mild uptick in production is due primarily to an increase in the output of automotive components. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:52:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31867/u-s-industrial-production-rises-slightly-in-march/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31830/dow-electronic-materials-receives-supplier-excellence-award-from-ase/ Honor is in recognition of Dow's successful collaborations with the semiconductor assembly and test services company related to photoresist processes and SnAg plating chemistry. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31830/dow-electronic-materials-receives-supplier-excellence-award-from-ase/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31829/axalta-coating-systems-announces-new-technical-service-manager-for-powder-coatings-business/ Michael A. Wittenhagen brings more than 20 years of powder coating experience. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 20:10:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31829/axalta-coating-systems-announces-new-technical-service-manager-for-powder-coatings-business/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31786/national-corrugated-steel-pipe-association-recognizes-trenchcoat-polymer-film-from-dow/ NCSPA study shows polymer film provides pipelines with “the best performing” corrosion protection Fri, 12 Apr 2013 03:14:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31786/national-corrugated-steel-pipe-association-recognizes-trenchcoat-polymer-film-from-dow/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31785/uyemuras-george-milad-featured-in-ipc-expo-youtube-video-segment/ Milad, chairman of the IPC Plating Committee, discusses the group's upcoming work on specifications for nickel silver, palladium on copper and palladium gold on copper. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 02:39:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31785/uyemuras-george-milad-featured-in-ipc-expo-youtube-video-segment/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31784/technic-purchases-kemesys/ Acquisition of semiconductor materials manufacturer further expands Technic’s offering of ultra-pure semiconductor products. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 02:28:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31784/technic-purchases-kemesys/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31783/new-coating-technologies-earn-patents-for-eastern-michigan-university-and-toyota/ Patents cover 'self-stratifying" coatings that aim to improve economy of application, researchers report. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:18:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31783/new-coating-technologies-earn-patents-for-eastern-michigan-university-and-toyota/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31768/ppg-to-acquire-certain-assets-of-deft-inc/ Deft’s waterborne and chrome-free technologies complement PPG’s existing coatings capabilities. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:24:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31768/ppg-to-acquire-certain-assets-of-deft-inc/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31756/nickel-institute-announces-new-hire/ Nigel Ward named director for promotion and market development. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:31:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31756/nickel-institute-announces-new-hire/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31685/nickel-institute-members-to-present-at-the-2013-washington-forum/ Speakers from the Nickel Institute, an ally of NASF, to address issues such as global nickel risks, the workplace and environment. Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:28:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31685/nickel-institute-members-to-present-at-the-2013-washington-forum/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31632/clariant-acquires-nano-silver-ink-technology-platform-from-bayer-group/ Purchase designed to strengthen Clariant's portfolio of new materials for the electronics and energy markets. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31632/clariant-acquires-nano-silver-ink-technology-platform-from-bayer-group/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31630/aca-submits-comments-to-carb-on-proposed-amendments-to-multipurpose-solvent-and-paint-regulations/ ACA voices concenrns over proposed standards, which include a 3% VOC limit for paint thinners and multipurpose solvents. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31630/aca-submits-comments-to-carb-on-proposed-amendments-to-multipurpose-solvent-and-paint-regulations/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31627/ipc-issues-call-for-participation-for-2014-ipc-apex-expo/ IPC, the Association Connecting Electronics Industries, invites industry leaders to submit abstracts for the 2014 IPC APEX EXPO, set to take place March 25-27, 2-14, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center in Las Vegas. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:55:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31627/ipc-issues-call-for-participation-for-2014-ipc-apex-expo/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31626/former-cytec-industries-coating-resins-business-becomes-independent/ New stand-alone coating resins business will adopt a new brand name in the coming months. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:18:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31626/former-cytec-industries-coating-resins-business-becomes-independent/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31604/brigitte-hervieux-appointed-industry-manager-design-enthone-europe/ Coatings specialist brings more than 25 years experience in the surface finishing industry. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:19:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31604/brigitte-hervieux-appointed-industry-manager-design-enthone-europe/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31574/wagner-industrial-solutions-expands-staff/ Personnel additions range from sales and technical to adminstratiave/support. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:58:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31574/wagner-industrial-solutions-expands-staff/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31569/scott-sinetar-named-vp-of-combined-ppg-north-american-architectural-coatings-unit/ Move follows completion of PPG's acquisition of Akzo Nobel's North American architectural coatings business. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31569/scott-sinetar-named-vp-of-combined-ppg-north-american-architectural-coatings-unit/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31570/ppg-completes-acquisition-of-akzonobel-north-american-architectural-coatings-business/ Purchase marks second-largest in PPG's history. Mon, 01 Apr 2013 16:12:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31570/ppg-completes-acquisition-of-akzonobel-north-american-architectural-coatings-business/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31551/cytec-wins-innovation-award-at-the-40th-annual-waterborne-symposium/ Michel Tielemans, PhD, research manager at Cytec, recognized for technical paper on "New Advances in High Performance Waterborne Radiation-Curable Emulsions and Dispersions." Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:43:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31551/cytec-wins-innovation-award-at-the-40th-annual-waterborne-symposium/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31550/nace-international-institute-announces-corrosion-pac/ Political action committee created to inform legislators about the critical role corrosion control plays in reducing the economic and environmental impact of corrosion in the U.S. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:36:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31550/nace-international-institute-announces-corrosion-pac/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31549/columbia-chemical-receives-gmw-4700-type-b-bl-chemistry-approval/ Trivecta NI-Z Black 70 with Trivecta Black Sealer 350 is now part of GM’s limited list of approved finishers for zinc nickel. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:13:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31549/columbia-chemical-receives-gmw-4700-type-b-bl-chemistry-approval/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31548/basf-makes-gms-2012-supplier-of-the-year-list/ Award is BASF's ninth such honor in the past 11 years of the GM program. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:17:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31548/basf-makes-gms-2012-supplier-of-the-year-list/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31536/gipe-automotive-named-ppg-platinum-distributor-of-the-year/ Kentucky-based automotive paint and parts supplier was instrumental in assisting customers in the conversion to PPG waterborne products. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:55:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31536/gipe-automotive-named-ppg-platinum-distributor-of-the-year/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31514/epa-workshops-aim-to-address-criticisms-over-iris-assessment-process/ Some of the events will target specific major pending risk analyses, including EPA's risk assessments for hexavalent chromium and other key chemicals. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:50:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31514/epa-workshops-aim-to-address-criticisms-over-iris-assessment-process/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31469/research-examines-new-metal-coating-process-that-skips-pretreatment-stage/ Prominent Spanish university is testing a new type of metal coating that touts improved anti-corrosion properties. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31469/research-examines-new-metal-coating-process-that-skips-pretreatment-stage/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31461/tci-powder-coatings-announces-new-staff-changes/ Appointments run the gamut from technical personnel to end-user segment experts to marketing specialists. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31461/tci-powder-coatings-announces-new-staff-changes/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31402/gm-fairfax-kansas-site-breaks-ground-on-all-new-paint-shop/ Paint shop is part of a $600-million investment in the plant, which builds the Buick LaCrosse and Chevrolet Malibu. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31402/gm-fairfax-kansas-site-breaks-ground-on-all-new-paint-shop/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31401/american-coatings-association-announces-2013-coatingstech-conference-john-a-gordon-best-paper-award-recipient/ Brian Hinderliter receives the honor for his paper titled, “Water Concentration Distribution in Coatings during Accelerated Weathering." Thu, 21 Mar 2013 20:38:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31401/american-coatings-association-announces-2013-coatingstech-conference-john-a-gordon-best-paper-award-recipient/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31400/enthone-names-thom-sharples-project-manager-new-business-development/ Forty-year metal finishing industry veteran will be responsible for providing commercial support to Enthone's memory disk, connector and related functional coatings market segments. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:22:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31400/enthone-names-thom-sharples-project-manager-new-business-development/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31399/back-issues-of-metal-finishing-available-online/ Behind on your Metal Finishing Issues? Recent editions are now archived on our website for a limited time. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:35:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31399/back-issues-of-metal-finishing-available-online/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31373/triumph-group-announces-acquisition-of-goodrich-pump-engine-control-systems/ Purchase expands Triumph Group's capabilities and further diversifies its customer base. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31373/triumph-group-announces-acquisition-of-goodrich-pump-engine-control-systems/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31367/tucker-industrial-liquid-coatings-celebrates-20-years-in-business/ Military, industrial, and commercial specialty finisher marks significant milestone. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:51:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31367/tucker-industrial-liquid-coatings-celebrates-20-years-in-business/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31311/coral-chemical-company-named-john-deere-partner-level-supplier/ Recognition is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:55:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31311/coral-chemical-company-named-john-deere-partner-level-supplier/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31312/aluminum-anodizers-council-to-conduct-anodizing-essentials-workshop-in-italy/ Course to be held in conjunction with the 8th Aluminium Two Thousand International Congress in Milano, Italy, set for May 14-18, 2013. Sun, 17 Mar 2013 20:19:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31312/aluminum-anodizers-council-to-conduct-anodizing-essentials-workshop-in-italy/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31282/boeing-corp-provides-details-on-787-battery-improvements/ Changes entail enhanced production and operating processes, improved battery design features and a new battery enclosure. Sat, 16 Mar 2013 12:32:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31282/boeing-corp-provides-details-on-787-battery-improvements/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31281/coventya-acquiries-premium-solutions-inc/ Acquisition increases Coventya's market position whitle strengthening its sales and technical group with the integration of key employees. Fri, 15 Mar 2013 22:43:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31281/coventya-acquiries-premium-solutions-inc/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31248/osborn-announces-new-sales-force-growth-plan/ Aggressive strategy adds 50 experienced industrial sales professionals to promote more coverage and better market penetration. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31248/osborn-announces-new-sales-force-growth-plan/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31241/pneu-mech-systems-manufacturing-announces-new-hire/ J. B. Graves, 25-year coating industry veteran, appointed as a system sales specialist. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:39:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31241/pneu-mech-systems-manufacturing-announces-new-hire/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31156/new-copper-coatings-bill-targets-marine-pleasure-crafts/ At issue is the use of copper in antifouling paints, which some groups attribute to adverse water conditions in certain California marinas. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:15:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31156/new-copper-coatings-bill-targets-marine-pleasure-crafts/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31150/hentzen-coatings-acquires-crosslink-powder-coatings/ Purchase expands Hentzen Coatings' offering to include architectural finishes. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:33:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31150/hentzen-coatings-acquires-crosslink-powder-coatings/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31148/gema-announces-2013-training-schedule/ Comprehensive instructional programs to cover both manual and automatic Gema spray systems. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:37:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31148/gema-announces-2013-training-schedule/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31130/enthone-appoints-rolf-pofalla-industry-manager-automotive-decorative-coatings-central-eastern/ Pofalla is responsible for the marketing of ENTHONE® base metals and plating on plastics processes used in decorative automotive applications. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:56:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/view/31130/enthone-appoints-rolf-pofalla-industry-manager-automotive-decorative-coatings-central-eastern/