The American Chemistry Council’s “Global Chemical Production Regional Index”1 (Global CPRI) shows that the 2016 second quarter ended on a soft note, with the headline index rising only 0.1% on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis in June.

Concrete is the most widely used building material in the world, due to its versatility, durability and ease of use. But it is also predisposed to developing random cracks, which quickly become arteries for water, salts, chemicals and other foreign materials to seep in.

In this role, Kalhan will be responsible for managing all commercial and technical activities of the coatings business globally.

This company, a subsidiary of Milliken & Co., recently introduced SiVance® C2010 resin.

Odorzynski will manage the service and sales in the Kentucky and Indiana markets.

The market was valued at $7.56 billion in 2015.

The wood floor finishes business will reportedly continue to operate as Absolute Coatings Inc.

The project brought together more than 30 volunteers who are employees at PPG’s nearby operations in Soborg.

Encor 636 is a new, 100% acrylic latex for use in a range of low-VOC and APEO-free architectural coatings applications.

This company has introduced two new FDA-compliant linings as part of its International® protective coatings portfolio.