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Axalta Celebrates 150 years in the Coatings Industry
FOCUS production. The expansion project is aimed to serve the growing demand for the company's customers in the Mexican automotive OEM, packaging and industrial coatings industry. The San Juan del Rio plant makes various products such as powder coatings, low-VOC coatings and paints, and waterborne coatings.
Original Source: Paint & Coatings Industry, (PCI), Dec 2015, 31 (12), 18,20 (website: http://www.pcimag.com) Copyright BNP Media 2015
Precision Coating Acquires Boyd Coatings Research, a Provider of Coating Application Services Precision Coating Co., Inc. (PCCI), of Boston, MA, has acquired Boyd Coatings Research Co., Inc. (BCR), a provider of coating application services based in Hudson, MA. Together they will provide extensive and complementary fluoropolymer (Teflon®/PTFE) application services to the medical device and highly engineered components markets. Having developed proven coating processes for thousands of unique parts for over 50 years, each company has earned the trust of customers by providing expertise and exceptional service. Combining the companies creates a platform to deliver quality, service, and coating application capabilities that exceed any vendor in the fluoropolymer coating space, with the strength to meet the increasingly demanding requirements of the global medical device market. The company will be headquartered in Hudson, MA, and customer contacts will remain the same. The combined capabilities will deliver a range of benefits and enhancements to a broad customer base with emphasis on customer service, superior product quality, and engineering services to support customers with their device design, control, and manufacturing. Further development of their leading automation capabilities will extend benefits across the application spectrum. For the present time, the companies will continue to operate under their respective trade names.
Original Source: SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 11 Jan 2016. (website: http://www.specialchem4coatings.com) Copyright SpecialChem 2016
BioAmber and Reverdia Finalize Non-assert Agreement over Biosuccinium Technology Reverdia has signed a non-assert agreement concerning its BiosucciniumTM technology with BioAmber Inc. BioAmber Inc. and Reverdia are both involved in the
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production and commercialization of biobased succinic acid using their own unique proprietary yeast-based technologies. Pursuant to the key provisions of this agreement, BioAmber will benefit from nonassertion covenants with respect to certain intellectual property rights of Reverdia in the field of bio-based succinic acid, in exchange for undisclosed financial consideration. Furthermore, the agreement provides comfort to both BioAmber and Reverdia to continue the implementation of their respective businesses using their own unique, proprietary yeast-based technologies. "In today's increasingly complex intellectual property environment, the conclusion of this agreement illustrates how two proactive companies operating in the same field can find a constructive solution that allows them to focus on the execution of their respective business plans rather than seeking confrontation and conflict,'' said JF Huc, BioAmber's Chief Executive Officer. "It allows BioAmber to eliminate the risk of litigation and uncertainty at a predictable cost,'' he added. "This Agreement demonstrates that Reverdia's BiosucciniumTM low pH yeast technology is a leading technology in the field of bio-based succinic acid and that by working with partners in the industry, we will speed up the adoption of bio-based materials and validate bio-based succinic acid as a key building block for the biobased economy,'' said Marcel Lubben, Reverdia's President. "It is our belief that the yeast-based technologies have a significant competitive advantage over bacterial-based technologies for the production of bio-based succinic acid,'' he added.
Original Source: SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 8 Jan 2016. (website: http:// www.specialchem4coatings.com) Copyright SpecialChem 2016
Axalta Celebrates 150 years in the Coatings Industry In 2016, Axalta Coating Systems celebrates 150 years of creating innovative industrial coatings Axalta's heritage dates back to 1866 when its first products were developed in Germany and since then the company has grown into one of the world's leading manufacturers of liquid and powder coatings. "All of us at Axalta are excited to reach this important milestone in the history of our company,'' explained Axalta Chairman and CEO Charlie Shaver. "Over the next 12 months we will celebrate our past and build on our extensive knowledge and experience for the next 150 years. With nearly 13,000 employees and 120,000 customers in 130 countries, we will continue to use advanced technologies to develop next generation coatings while
C OAT I N G S providing outstanding quality and service in the years ahead.'' As the need across many industries evolved, so did Axalta's portfolio of products. To serve a growing number of industrial customers, Axalta introduced "Nap-Gard'' powder coatings for oil and gas pipeline manufacturers. Today, both functional coatings and a wide array of decorative "Alesta'' powder coatings are used in thousands of applications. "Voltatex'' electrical insulation coatings enhance the productivity of motors and a host of electrical components. Vehicles ranging from heavy duty trucks, and buses to trains and other rail stock, rely on "Imron'' to protect their vehicles from the elements while using vibrant colors to build recognition for Axalta's customers' brands.
Original Source: Axalta, 14 Jan 2016, Found on European Coatings Journal, (website: http:// www.european-coatings.com) Copyright Axalta Coating Systems 2016
Ashland Expands Resources for Paint and Coatings Customers with New Application Lab Ashland is transforming its technical and analytical services for the paint and coatings industry by adding a dedicated laboratory to its campus in Wilmington, Delaware. The company invested approximately _370YM in the expansion, which took six months to complete. The new 2,000-square-foot facility complements the company's existing 8,000-square-foot Coatings Center of Excellence on the site. Combined, the facilities provide paint formulators with expansive resources for testing new or modified formulations, understanding consumer preferences, and optimizing their products for success. "Ashland has been solving customers' toughest coatings problems since we introduced 'Natrosol' HEC, the industry's largest selling rheology modifier, more than 50 years ago,'' said Ed Connors, Ashland group vice president, Industrial Specialties. "This new lab ensures customers continued access to world-class technical support for years to come. It, along with our new product innovations like 'Strodex' low-VOC surfactants, confirms our commitment to our customers' success and to the industry.'' Expanded access to Ashland's patentpending "Application Reader Technology'' (ART) device will be a major attraction for global customers. Unique in the coatings industry, the ART device interprets how painters apply paint and converts that information into objective, actionable data. This information can be used to tailor formulations to specific customer preferences for paint feel. There are two ART devices on site. The facility's large footprint provides versatility, allowing for application trials that
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Original Source: Paint & Coatings Industry, (PCI), Dec 2015, 31 (12), 18,20 (website: http://www.pcimag.com) Copyright BNP Media 2015
Precision Coating Acquires Boyd Coatings Research, a Provider of Coating Application Services Precision Coating Co., Inc. (PCCI), of Boston, MA, has acquired Boyd Coatings Research Co., Inc. (BCR), a provider of coating application services based in Hudson, MA. Together they will provide extensive and complementary fluoropolymer (Teflon®/PTFE) application services to the medical device and highly engineered components markets. Having developed proven coating processes for thousands of unique parts for over 50 years, each company has earned the trust of customers by providing expertise and exceptional service. Combining the companies creates a platform to deliver quality, service, and coating application capabilities that exceed any vendor in the fluoropolymer coating space, with the strength to meet the increasingly demanding requirements of the global medical device market. The company will be headquartered in Hudson, MA, and customer contacts will remain the same. The combined capabilities will deliver a range of benefits and enhancements to a broad customer base with emphasis on customer service, superior product quality, and engineering services to support customers with their device design, control, and manufacturing. Further development of their leading automation capabilities will extend benefits across the application spectrum. For the present time, the companies will continue to operate under their respective trade names.
Original Source: SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 11 Jan 2016. (website: http://www.specialchem4coatings.com) Copyright SpecialChem 2016
BioAmber and Reverdia Finalize Non-assert Agreement over Biosuccinium Technology Reverdia has signed a non-assert agreement concerning its BiosucciniumTM technology with BioAmber Inc. BioAmber Inc. and Reverdia are both involved in the
February 2016
ON
POWDER
production and commercialization of biobased succinic acid using their own unique proprietary yeast-based technologies. Pursuant to the key provisions of this agreement, BioAmber will benefit from nonassertion covenants with respect to certain intellectual property rights of Reverdia in the field of bio-based succinic acid, in exchange for undisclosed financial consideration. Furthermore, the agreement provides comfort to both BioAmber and Reverdia to continue the implementation of their respective businesses using their own unique, proprietary yeast-based technologies. "In today's increasingly complex intellectual property environment, the conclusion of this agreement illustrates how two proactive companies operating in the same field can find a constructive solution that allows them to focus on the execution of their respective business plans rather than seeking confrontation and conflict,'' said JF Huc, BioAmber's Chief Executive Officer. "It allows BioAmber to eliminate the risk of litigation and uncertainty at a predictable cost,'' he added. "This Agreement demonstrates that Reverdia's BiosucciniumTM low pH yeast technology is a leading technology in the field of bio-based succinic acid and that by working with partners in the industry, we will speed up the adoption of bio-based materials and validate bio-based succinic acid as a key building block for the biobased economy,'' said Marcel Lubben, Reverdia's President. "It is our belief that the yeast-based technologies have a significant competitive advantage over bacterial-based technologies for the production of bio-based succinic acid,'' he added.
Original Source: SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 8 Jan 2016. (website: http:// www.specialchem4coatings.com) Copyright SpecialChem 2016
Axalta Celebrates 150 years in the Coatings Industry In 2016, Axalta Coating Systems celebrates 150 years of creating innovative industrial coatings Axalta's heritage dates back to 1866 when its first products were developed in Germany and since then the company has grown into one of the world's leading manufacturers of liquid and powder coatings. "All of us at Axalta are excited to reach this important milestone in the history of our company,'' explained Axalta Chairman and CEO Charlie Shaver. "Over the next 12 months we will celebrate our past and build on our extensive knowledge and experience for the next 150 years. With nearly 13,000 employees and 120,000 customers in 130 countries, we will continue to use advanced technologies to develop next generation coatings while
C OAT I N G S providing outstanding quality and service in the years ahead.'' As the need across many industries evolved, so did Axalta's portfolio of products. To serve a growing number of industrial customers, Axalta introduced "Nap-Gard'' powder coatings for oil and gas pipeline manufacturers. Today, both functional coatings and a wide array of decorative "Alesta'' powder coatings are used in thousands of applications. "Voltatex'' electrical insulation coatings enhance the productivity of motors and a host of electrical components. Vehicles ranging from heavy duty trucks, and buses to trains and other rail stock, rely on "Imron'' to protect their vehicles from the elements while using vibrant colors to build recognition for Axalta's customers' brands.
Original Source: Axalta, 14 Jan 2016, Found on European Coatings Journal, (website: http:// www.european-coatings.com) Copyright Axalta Coating Systems 2016
Ashland Expands Resources for Paint and Coatings Customers with New Application Lab Ashland is transforming its technical and analytical services for the paint and coatings industry by adding a dedicated laboratory to its campus in Wilmington, Delaware. The company invested approximately _370YM in the expansion, which took six months to complete. The new 2,000-square-foot facility complements the company's existing 8,000-square-foot Coatings Center of Excellence on the site. Combined, the facilities provide paint formulators with expansive resources for testing new or modified formulations, understanding consumer preferences, and optimizing their products for success. "Ashland has been solving customers' toughest coatings problems since we introduced 'Natrosol' HEC, the industry's largest selling rheology modifier, more than 50 years ago,'' said Ed Connors, Ashland group vice president, Industrial Specialties. "This new lab ensures customers continued access to world-class technical support for years to come. It, along with our new product innovations like 'Strodex' low-VOC surfactants, confirms our commitment to our customers' success and to the industry.'' Expanded access to Ashland's patentpending "Application Reader Technology'' (ART) device will be a major attraction for global customers. Unique in the coatings industry, the ART device interprets how painters apply paint and converts that information into objective, actionable data. This information can be used to tailor formulations to specific customer preferences for paint feel. There are two ART devices on site. The facility's large footprint provides versatility, allowing for application trials that
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