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U.S. Supreme Court Decision Consistent with ACA's Amicus Brief in Key Climate Change Case
The unanimous decision in American Electric Power Company Inc. v. Connecticut is seen as a victory for companies opposing public nuisance lawsuits that seek to redress global climate change.
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Texas Gov. Rick Perry Signs "Permit Shield" bill as Affirmative Defense to "Greenhouse Gas" Public Nuisance/Trespass Lawsuits
Under the Texas bill, emitters operating in substantial compliance with the
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality or EPA greenhouse gas permits, regulations, or rules have a "permit shield" defense against liability for public nuisance or trespass lawsuits.
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ACA Urges EPA Not to Adopt a Lower Primary Ozone Standard
EPA's proposal to lower the national primary
ozone standard in July will have far reaching implications for states, municipalities, and industry, especially for paint and coatings manufacturers.
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The Shepherd Color Company, one of the world's leading producers of high-performance Complex Inorganic Color Pigments (CICP's) has a wide range of colors available and used in the
coatings industry.
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SCAQMD Rule 1107 (Coating of Metal Parts and Products) on a Fast Track
The district is
on an expedited schedule, and intends to adopt this rule on Sept. 8.
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Reminder: EPA SPCC Plan Compliance Date is Nov. 10
ACA is reminding any member facilities subject to the regulation to have their SPCC plans prepared by the November compliance date and is directing them to helpful resources to help them comply.
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ACA Seeks Papers for its Coatings for Concrete Conference
ACA is seeking submissions of abstracts for its Coatings for Concrete Conference to be held on Jan. 23, 2012 in Las Vegas. The conference will
provide attendees with opportunities to network with colleagues, establish new contacts, and discuss practical solutions for concrete coatings use, sustainability, and formulation. Submissions of abstracts are due by Aug. 15.
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Nominations for ACA 2012 Mattiello Memorial Lecture Award Due August 1
The lecture and award will be given at the American Coatings Conference to be held May 7-9, 2012 in Indianapolis.
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Spray Finishing Technology Workshop
DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College will present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop November 9–11 in Toledo, Ohio. This three-day intensive training program will cover topics such as equipment types and selection; equipment set-up, operation, and maintenance; surface preparation and defect analysis;
material selection; and safety and regulatory concerns.
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Turboset® Ultra Pro self-crosslinking waterborne polyurethane dispersion - transforming wood coatings. This one component product contains polymer particles that crosslink after application and
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Become a Presenter with the ACA Virtual Learning Conference Program
ACA is seeking submissions for the fall
2011 schedule of the Virtual Learning Conference (VLC) program. VLC's allow professionals the opportunity to stay updated on the coatings industry from the convenience of their home or office.
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2011 Adhesives and Sealants Sustainability Summit
The Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc. and ASTM
International are partnering to present the inaugural Adhesives and Sealants Sustainability Summit July 26-27 in Rosemont, Ill. The sustainability summit will provide an opportunity for the adhesive and sealant supply chain to discuss all aspects of sustainability as it relates to the sector.
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Fusion UV Systems (www.fusionuv.com)
is the leading global
manufacturer of industrial UV curing systems. Fusion’s systems are vital to the printing and packaging of consumer goods, automotive headlamps, flooring, medical devices, electronic components, optical fiber, flat panel displays, and more. Fusion’s patented technology enables improved productivity, reduced costs and environmental friendliness.
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Plasticolors
supplies numerous colorants for various water-based coatings. The Colormatch® 50-9400 Series and the UCD™ Q line are glycol-containing, alkali-soluble acrylic colorants. The Colormatch® 50-990 Series and the UCD™ E line are zero-VOC colorants. The Colormatch® 50-990 Series is resin-free, while the UCD™ E line contains an alkali-soluble acrylic resin. MORE
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DSM is committed to creating innovative solutions with, and for, our customers and partners in order to bring healthier, better performing and more sustainable products to the lives of people today and for generations to come. Visit us on line at www.dsm.com for more information.
DSM - Bright Science. Brighter Living.™
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Register Today for the International Coating Wood and Wood Composites Conference
Registration is now
available for this ACSeries event. The 1 1/2 day conference will be held Sept. 13-14 at the Doubletree Suites-South Park in Charlotte, N.C. It will offer a forum for professionals who research, develop, or specify wood coatings as well as those who design, build, or manufacture using wood substrates. It will provide a broad audience with opportunities to meet colleagues with similar interests, establish new contacts, and discuss practical solutions to wood coatings use and formulation.
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Registration Now Open for Advances in Polyurethane Technology Conference
This 1 1/2 day ACSeries conference will be held Sept. 14-15 at the Doubletree Suites-South Park in Charlotte, N.C. It is intended to update delegates on recent advances and findings in this popular technology. The event will offer a forum for professionals to present and discuss the most recent advances in raw materials, commercially available polyurethane coatings, testing, and applications. In
addition, it will provide attendees with opportunities to meet colleagues with similar interests, establish new contacts, and discuss practical solutions to coatings use/application and formulation.
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Exhibitor Applications Now Available for the 2012 American Coatings Show
Exhibit space sales are underway
for the American Coatings Show scheduled for May 8-10, 2012 in Indianapolis. ACA members can save up to 15 percent on the price of exhibit space by submitting their exhibitor application by Aug. 1.
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Celanese Emulsions can help you meet regulatory and marketing goals for low VOC, low odor interior paint – ask us about EcoVAE VAE emulsions today!
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AkzoNobel Increases TiO2 Capacity in China and Invests in Frankfurt Plant
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Celanese Expands VAE Plant in China
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Hempel Expands Operations in India
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PPG Begins Operations at Resin Plant in China
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Rhodia to Increase Hydroquinone Production Capacity
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ACA Static Electricity Guide Now Available for Sale to Non-Members
The guide, revised and published in January 2010, helps the reader better understand static electricity — a major source of
ignition of fires and explosions. Although the information focuses on coatings operations, the principles apply anywhere flammable liquids, solids, and gases are used.
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ACA Company Productivity Survey Achieves 50-year Mark, Participate Today
The survey and report provide participants with a meaningful report card to determine how they are faring in relation to their peer competitors. In return for their participation, participants will receive a Company
Productivity Report (CPR) that displays their company's operating results alongside the industry comparatives for paint and coating firms similar to yours, as well as an Industry-Wide Report that also details the operating performance of paint and coating firms overall.
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NorthPak Container is a full line rigid packaging distributor who is proud to focus on the Paint and Coatings Industry.
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