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Original Source: Paint & Coatings Industry, 25 Jun 2017 (Website: http://www.pcimag.com), Copyright BNP Media 2017.
Europe may call TiO2 a carcinogen The risk assessment committee of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has proposed that the white pigment titanium dioxide be classified as a potential carcinogen. The move was requested by Anses, the French environmental and occupational health agency. TiO2 is the world's most widely used white pigment. It provides white color, opacity, and UV blocking to consumer goods including paints, plastics, paper, foods, cosmetics, and medicines. It is also used in tattoos and toothpaste. In 2015, Anses asked ECHA to classify TiO2 as a presumed carcinogen by inhalation, citing studies in rats that resulted in the formation of malignant tumors. The request noted that the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has listed TiO2 as possibly carcinogenic to humans since 2006. The ECHA committee concluded that TiO2 is a potential carcinogen, which is a less restrictive legal status than a presumed carcinogen. It says studies suggest the carcinogenic action of the pigment is due to inflammation and oxidative stress on the respiratory system. The ECHA committee agrees with Anses that toxicological effects are due to TiO2's biopersistence and poor solubility. The ECHA committee, like IARC, bases its classifications on data solely about hazard, not exposure. Still, the hazard characterization could result in requests for more research or labeling requirements. The European Commission must make a final decision. The Titanium Dioxide Manufacturers Association, a trade group, says it is disappointed by the recommendation. TDMA argues that the rat studies are related to a mode of action that occurs only in rats. "There is a vast body of scientific evidence that does not support a classification of TiO2 for humans, which is supported by over 50 years of epidemiological data on more than 24,000 workers and demonstrates there is no link between cancer in humans and exposure to titanium dioxide,'' TDMA says.
Original Source: Chemical & Engineering News, 19 Jun 2017, Volume 95 Issue 25, 13, News of The Week, Copyright American Chemical Society 2017.
BASF to Invest in Automotive Coatings Production in North America BASF is expanding its automotive coatings production in North America with investments
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of nearly $40 million over the next two years. The investments add capacity to the company's production plants in Greenville, Ohio, and Tultitlan, Mexico. Increased waterborne basecoat capacity in Tultitlan and electrocoat emulsion capacity in Greenville enables BASF to continue to drive innovation through production of state-of-the-art automotive coatings. Waterborne basecoats are low-VOC paint products that give vehicles their color, and electrocoat (or ecoat) is the primer coat applied to vehicles to prevent corrosion.
Original Source: Paint & Coatings Industry, 25 Jun 2017, (Website: http://www.pcimag.com), Copyright BNP Media 2017.
AkzoNobel completes upgrade of coatings research facility in Houston AkzoNobel has completed the €2.6 M ($3.5 M) expansion of its US research and development facilities in Houston, TX. Carried out in phases over a period of three years, the investment in the site, which employs around 40 scientists, will support the company's Protective Coatings, Marine Coatings and Speciality Coatings businesses. Additional capabilities at the facility include a dedicated area for experimental paint making, a modern paint application laboratory and environmentally controlled drying areas for conditioning of test panels. Enhanced chemical resistance testing equipment is also available to support the Ceilcote and Enviroline lining ranges in North America.
Original Source: AkzoNobel, 29 August 2016, (Website: https://www.akzonobel.com). Copyright AkzoNobel 2016.
TCI Powder Coatings opens product development laboratory in Georgia TCI Powder Coatings has announced the opening of its new product development laboratory in Americus, GA, US. Planning for the lab started in the spring of 2016 with the official opening taking place in Jan 2017. The primary functions of the lab include developing innovative products, improving current technologies and producing rapid color matches. Other lab features include analytical work, corrosion testing, environmental research and testing, manufacturing and customer support. Stateof-the-art color matching equipment and software combined with an upgraded database of improved pigments provide for unparalleled color matching capabilities and quick turn-around times. A styling room is available for critical color matching/styling work and spaces designed for customer collaboration and employee training were included in the design. The lab also has FTIR and DSC capabilities. Those working within the lab include product formulators and chemists, segment technology leaders,
C OAT I N G S color matching specialists and analytical chemists.
Original Source: TCI Powder Coatings, 7 Jun 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com). Copyright TCI Powder Coatings 2017.
AkzoNobel opens €11 M powder coatings facility in China AkzoNobel has officially opened its €11 M powder coatings facility in Chengdu, western China. The new site will help to meet growing demand in the region and supply customers with a full range of powder products for the automotive, construction, furniture and IT industries. Powder coatings have a sustainability advantage in that they do not require the use of solvents. The Chengdu site is also notable from a sustainability perspective as it is the company's first powder facility in China to use innovative technology that allows full recycling of waste water.
Original Source: AkzoNobel, 25 May 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com). Copyright AkzoNobel 2017.
AkzoNobel breaks ground on powder coatings plant in Mumbai AkzoNobel has started building its €9 M facility in Mumbai, India, which will produce bonded metallic powders and powder coatings for pipe and rebar applications.
Original Source: Chemical Weekly, 13 Jun 2017, 142 (Website: http://www. chemicalweekly.com). Copyright Sevak Publications & Chemical Weekly Database P Ltd 2017.
Axalta to present eco-friendly powder coatings collection at Vision 2017 Axalta Coating Systems will present its recently-launched ICONICA collection of Alesta Super Durable architectural powder coatings for metal substrates at Vision in Olympia, London on 6-7 Jun 2017. ICONICA comprises 40 colors across four distinct color ranges (Eden Garden, Energy Manifesto, Arty Fusion and Techno Precious). The coatings are formulated to be environmentally-sustainable, highly durable, and weather- and UV-resistant. They are also designed to offer iconic buildings lasting protection and outstanding aesthetics.
Original Source: Axalta, 29 May 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com). Copyright Axalta 2017.
July 2017
Original Source: Paint & Coatings Industry, 25 Jun 2017 (Website: http://www.pcimag.com), Copyright BNP Media 2017.
Europe may call TiO2 a carcinogen The risk assessment committee of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has proposed that the white pigment titanium dioxide be classified as a potential carcinogen. The move was requested by Anses, the French environmental and occupational health agency. TiO2 is the world's most widely used white pigment. It provides white color, opacity, and UV blocking to consumer goods including paints, plastics, paper, foods, cosmetics, and medicines. It is also used in tattoos and toothpaste. In 2015, Anses asked ECHA to classify TiO2 as a presumed carcinogen by inhalation, citing studies in rats that resulted in the formation of malignant tumors. The request noted that the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has listed TiO2 as possibly carcinogenic to humans since 2006. The ECHA committee concluded that TiO2 is a potential carcinogen, which is a less restrictive legal status than a presumed carcinogen. It says studies suggest the carcinogenic action of the pigment is due to inflammation and oxidative stress on the respiratory system. The ECHA committee agrees with Anses that toxicological effects are due to TiO2's biopersistence and poor solubility. The ECHA committee, like IARC, bases its classifications on data solely about hazard, not exposure. Still, the hazard characterization could result in requests for more research or labeling requirements. The European Commission must make a final decision. The Titanium Dioxide Manufacturers Association, a trade group, says it is disappointed by the recommendation. TDMA argues that the rat studies are related to a mode of action that occurs only in rats. "There is a vast body of scientific evidence that does not support a classification of TiO2 for humans, which is supported by over 50 years of epidemiological data on more than 24,000 workers and demonstrates there is no link between cancer in humans and exposure to titanium dioxide,'' TDMA says.
Original Source: Chemical & Engineering News, 19 Jun 2017, Volume 95 Issue 25, 13, News of The Week, Copyright American Chemical Society 2017.
BASF to Invest in Automotive Coatings Production in North America BASF is expanding its automotive coatings production in North America with investments
2
ON
POWDER
of nearly $40 million over the next two years. The investments add capacity to the company's production plants in Greenville, Ohio, and Tultitlan, Mexico. Increased waterborne basecoat capacity in Tultitlan and electrocoat emulsion capacity in Greenville enables BASF to continue to drive innovation through production of state-of-the-art automotive coatings. Waterborne basecoats are low-VOC paint products that give vehicles their color, and electrocoat (or ecoat) is the primer coat applied to vehicles to prevent corrosion.
Original Source: Paint & Coatings Industry, 25 Jun 2017, (Website: http://www.pcimag.com), Copyright BNP Media 2017.
AkzoNobel completes upgrade of coatings research facility in Houston AkzoNobel has completed the €2.6 M ($3.5 M) expansion of its US research and development facilities in Houston, TX. Carried out in phases over a period of three years, the investment in the site, which employs around 40 scientists, will support the company's Protective Coatings, Marine Coatings and Speciality Coatings businesses. Additional capabilities at the facility include a dedicated area for experimental paint making, a modern paint application laboratory and environmentally controlled drying areas for conditioning of test panels. Enhanced chemical resistance testing equipment is also available to support the Ceilcote and Enviroline lining ranges in North America.
Original Source: AkzoNobel, 29 August 2016, (Website: https://www.akzonobel.com). Copyright AkzoNobel 2016.
TCI Powder Coatings opens product development laboratory in Georgia TCI Powder Coatings has announced the opening of its new product development laboratory in Americus, GA, US. Planning for the lab started in the spring of 2016 with the official opening taking place in Jan 2017. The primary functions of the lab include developing innovative products, improving current technologies and producing rapid color matches. Other lab features include analytical work, corrosion testing, environmental research and testing, manufacturing and customer support. Stateof-the-art color matching equipment and software combined with an upgraded database of improved pigments provide for unparalleled color matching capabilities and quick turn-around times. A styling room is available for critical color matching/styling work and spaces designed for customer collaboration and employee training were included in the design. The lab also has FTIR and DSC capabilities. Those working within the lab include product formulators and chemists, segment technology leaders,
C OAT I N G S color matching specialists and analytical chemists.
Original Source: TCI Powder Coatings, 7 Jun 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com). Copyright TCI Powder Coatings 2017.
AkzoNobel opens €11 M powder coatings facility in China AkzoNobel has officially opened its €11 M powder coatings facility in Chengdu, western China. The new site will help to meet growing demand in the region and supply customers with a full range of powder products for the automotive, construction, furniture and IT industries. Powder coatings have a sustainability advantage in that they do not require the use of solvents. The Chengdu site is also notable from a sustainability perspective as it is the company's first powder facility in China to use innovative technology that allows full recycling of waste water.
Original Source: AkzoNobel, 25 May 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com). Copyright AkzoNobel 2017.
AkzoNobel breaks ground on powder coatings plant in Mumbai AkzoNobel has started building its €9 M facility in Mumbai, India, which will produce bonded metallic powders and powder coatings for pipe and rebar applications.
Original Source: Chemical Weekly, 13 Jun 2017, 142 (Website: http://www. chemicalweekly.com). Copyright Sevak Publications & Chemical Weekly Database P Ltd 2017.
Axalta to present eco-friendly powder coatings collection at Vision 2017 Axalta Coating Systems will present its recently-launched ICONICA collection of Alesta Super Durable architectural powder coatings for metal substrates at Vision in Olympia, London on 6-7 Jun 2017. ICONICA comprises 40 colors across four distinct color ranges (Eden Garden, Energy Manifesto, Arty Fusion and Techno Precious). The coatings are formulated to be environmentally-sustainable, highly durable, and weather- and UV-resistant. They are also designed to offer iconic buildings lasting protection and outstanding aesthetics.
Original Source: Axalta, 29 May 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com). Copyright Axalta 2017.
July 2017