PPG Industries has appointed John R. Outcalt Vice President, Automotive Refinish. Outcalt will assume global responsibility for PPG’s automotive refinish business effective March 1.
A topflight team of products made by PPG Industries’ aerospace business for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner jet will simplify maintenance and reduce costs for airlines while enhancing the flying experience for crews and passengers who take to the skies aboard the world’s newest jetliner.
The Board of Directors of Hexion Specialty Chemicals Inc. has approved construction of a manufacturing plant in Onsan, Korea, to produce Cardura™ monomer.
As a result of the acquisition by Arkema of UCAR Emulsion Systems from The Dow Chemical Co., Midland, MI, Coatex will be supplying POLYPHOBE™ products to the paint and coatings industry in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.