PPG Industries recently reported fourth quarter 2012 net sales of $3.6 billion. Annual sales for 2012 were $15.2 billion, up 2% compared to $14.9 billion in 2011.

The accreditation, issued in October 2012, covers enameled ESG, ESG-H and TVG glass panels printed with Dip-Tech inks for bonding with Dow Corning 993 structural glazing sealant.

Nordson EDI recently announced it has promoted Sam G. Iuliano to the position of chief technologist.

ThermoHold® GOLD (for composites) and ZircoFlex® GOLD reportedly provide protection from both conductive and radiant heat sources due to a blend of ceramic insulation and real 24 carat gold, providing 98% reflectivity.

The Dow Chemical Co. recently announced it has been named to Chief Executive magazine’s 40 Best Companies for Leaders list for the second consecutive year.

Emerald Performance Materials recently announced it has appointed Timothy J. Wessel, Ph.D., to the position of president of its CVC Thermoset Specialties (CTS) business group.

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced it has acquired Mason Chemical Co. Together, the companies reportedly represent more than 100 years of successful family-based ownership and leadership as privately held businesses in the U.S.

Sartomer USA LLC recently announced it has established two new positions with the aim of strengthening the company’s leadership in its global markets.

RPM International Inc. recently reported a double-digit increase in net sales for its fiscal 2013 second quarter ended November 30, 2012.

Effective January 1, the company has reorganized its North American operations around three new wholly owned subsidiaries.