The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)said it will co-sponsor a study designed to develop zero-VOC stains, waterproofing sealers and clear wood finishes.

RPM announced a restructuring and consolidation program that will result in the closing of 23 facilities.

Chemcentral has been named a winner of the 1999 Chemical Product Stewardship Award.

CFC International has been presented the “Outstanding Performer” award by Abbott Laboratories for the fourth consecutive year.

Baxenden Chemicals has appointed Tri-iso agent for the West Coast.

Color Wheel Paints & Coatings announced an agreement with International Protective Coatings to distribute industrial coatings in Florida.

PPG Industries announced the installation of a new automotive electrocoat system that the company says is expected to “revolutionize” the automotive finishing processes.

PPG Industries announced the installation of a new automotive electrocoat system that the company says is expected to “revolutionize” the automotive finishing processes.

John A. Gordon died July 17 in Loma Linda, CA.

The NPCA became the first industry group to challenge in court regulations adopted by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) on May 14, 1999, which become effective in 2002 and 2006.