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Ask the Expert Dilip Shah Applications Associate, Epoxy Additives C O M PA NY NEWS Q A Can I convert my selfleveling epoxy formulation to waterborne and save money? The technology reduces energy consumption and solvent emissions related to the painting process by approximately 25 percent. Carbon dioxide emissions are reduced by 45-50 kilograms per vehicle built. The combination of two coats into one reduces production time and saves on the cost of equipment needed for the conventional three-coat process. Sun Chemical and Nantong Shanjing Form Joint Venture PARSIPPANY, NJ — Sun Chemical and its parent company, Dainippon Ink & Chemicals (DIC), have formed a joint venture with Nantong DIC Metallic Pigments Co. Ltd., a leading aluminum pigment manufacturer in China. The joint venture expands on a distribution agreement announced in Octo- ber 2007 that allows Sun Chemical and DIC to market the Nantong Shanjing products for the coatings, plastic and graphic arts industries worldwide under the new SunMetallics brand. These products will be launched globally in the first quarter of this year. Nantong Shanjing specializes in the production and sales of aluminum pigments and pastes. The manufacturing plant, based in Nantong of Jiangsu Province, produces aluminum pigments and pastes. Absolutely. Anquamine® 731 curative was speciﬁcally designed for high-ﬁlm build applications (1–3mm)— perfect for self-leveling ﬂooring. It gives users the ability to use less binder, more ﬁller, and water as a diluent, which can save formulators up to 20% compared to 100% solids systems. The curing agent delivers excellent adhesion to concrete, rapid hardness development, and good handling and concrete protection properties. It also offers low color and blush as well as carbamation resistance for a high aesthetics ﬁnish. Since it is waterborne, Anquamine 731 curative emits zero VOCs and exhibits very low odor. Visit our e-Learning Center to see a 7-minute presentation at www.airproducts.com/ epoxylearning. Or call 800-345-3148 and ask for a free sample. PPG Wins Chrysler LLC Supplier Pentastar Award TROY, MI — Chrysler LLC has named PPG Industries the top-performing COMPLETE CLEAN AIR SYSTEM Reduces Emissions from Mixing to Storage Keeps Airborne Contaminants Out Low Cost – Low Maintenance Made from Clear Polyethylene Anti-Static Film Reduces Evaporation and Skimming Easy to Install Will Not Warp or Lose Seal Disposable Stock Sizes and Custom Sizes Available tell me more www.airproducts.com/ epoxylearning © Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., 2008 (28103) B80 www.hendee.com 1 800-231-7275 3/10/08 1:51:50 PM Visit ads.pcimag.com 20 PCI04082APRD-ATEB80.indd 1 Visit ads.pcimag.com MAG.COM APRIL 2008 | W W W . P C I PCI04084HEND.indd 3/6/08 10:13:01 AM http://www.airproducts.com/epoxylearning http://www.airproducts.com/epoxylearning http://www.hendee.com http://www.airproducts.com/epoxylearning http://www.hendee.com http://www.airproducts.com/epoxylearning http://www.airproducts.com/epoxylearning http://ads.pcimag.com http://ads.pcimag.com http://WWW.PCIMAG.COM

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Paint & Coatings Industry - April 2008 Contents Viewpoint Industry News Calendar of Events Company News Mergers and Acquisitions Names in the News Snapshots of Success – Automotive Applications Designing UV-Curable Materials for High-Temperature Optical Fiber Applications The Future of UV Coatings is Now! Milling Media Review Part 1 – Bead Density Effect Preparation and Properties of UV-Curable Polyurethane Acrylate Resins for Metal Surfaces Conquering Color Harmony High-Performance PU Crosslinkers for Two-Component Waterborne Applications Decorative Film Laminates How Long Will the Gilding Glitter? Gaining a Competitive Advantage Using Benchmarking Supplier Showcase Materials Watch Products and Literature Classifieds Advertiser Index Automotive Color Trends New England Museum Solves Century-Old Vanderbilt Mansion Mystery

Paint & Coatings Industry - April 2008

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