“Through the launch of the PPG Sustainability CO₂NCEPT system, PPG recognizes an opportunity to better partner with customers and support the demand for sustainable solutions that improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions,” said Jerome Zamblera, PPG Vice President, Automotive Refinish, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). 

Former Senior Director of Technology for the Global Supply Chain R&D at Sherwin Williams joins Graphite Innovation & Technologies (GIT) as a member on its Board of Directors.

This breezy and blissful shade of blue evokes the ever-present sense of peace found when slowing down, taking a breath and allowing the mind to clear. "With this color, we invite our consumers to take a pause and infuse a new sense of ease and possibility into their spaces – one that doesn’t overwhelm, but rather establishes meditation and tranquility,” said Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing at Sherwin-Williams.  

Responding to increasing demands for innovative coating solutions, Hempel’s new production facilities in Zhangjiagang substantially enhance capacity to better serve marine, energy and infrastructure customers. 

According to a report from MarketsandMarkets, the market size for powder coatings was USD 14.7 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 19.9 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period. Economic growth in developing countries, end-use industry expansion, investment in infrastructure, stringent environmental regulations, and growing purchasing power drive the powder coatings market.

Plasma pre-treatment is a crucial step for improving the quality and durability of automotive assemblies and components. It enhances the adhesion and compatibility of different materials that are used for encapsulation, printing, or painting processes. By applying plasma to the surface of low-energy materials, it removes contaminants and creates functional groups that increase the surface energy and reactivity.

The welcoming color reflects research into global, social, design, and consumer trends for 2024.

PPG brought together more than 80 volunteers, including employees, customers, suppliers, and teachers to refurbish more than 10 school buildings as well as other infrastructure around the school. 

This year’s color is a fluid, expansive blue with a contemporary edge.

The project brought together 60 volunteers consisting of PPG employees, customers, teachers, and members of the local community, who painted the school with a fresh new color scheme.