This edition of the ACD’s quarterly column focuses on the issues facing the chemical distribution industry as ACD President Eric Byer reflects on the legislative and regulatory priorities that are central to growth.
In this edition of Focus on Canada, CPCA President Gary LeRoux discusses the implications of legislative and regulatory challenges facing the CASE market in Canada. As regulations seem to be on the rise, the CASE industry must find effective ways to adapt to current regulations in order to get more reasonable regulations, or live with the consequences later.
The bill focuses on a program that provides U.S. companies with tariff relief on many products from certain developing countries, saving American businesses hundreds of millions of dollars in tariffs each year while allowing the exporting countries to increase and diversify their trade.
CPCA's annual conference will take place in Montreal in May, and will focus on topics including the increased focus on ESG and more sustainably sourced inputs for formulated products, how industry can adapt to a rapidly evolving digital world with AI at the forefront, and government regulations.
What is the best respiratory mask to be used during powder coating application? The ChemQuest Group’s Joe Powder shares his powder coating knowledge and expertise by answering questions sent in from around the world.
The ACD President was joined by the office of U.S. Representative Laurel Lee (FL-15), the National Security Council, the Center for Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Agency, the American Chemistry Council, the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates, the Fertilizer Institute, and the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers to help explain the consequences of the program’s expiration back in July 2023.
President and CEO Eric R. Byer commented, "as we enter a new year, ACD welcomes the start of second session of the 118th Congress. This will be a pivotal year for the continued growth of the chemical distribution industry and the security of our supply chain."
The coatings formulation process looks a lot like it did 30 years ago, with spreadsheets, notebooks, and time-consuming rounds of hands-on testing. By combining powerful data and decades of knowledge, digital coatings formulation platforms help to enhance the formulation process, streamline testing, improve the customer experience, and more, revolutionizing the industry.
Both the paint and coatings and chemical distribution industries are undergoing various changes, which have brought new technological advancements and sustainability initiatives to the forefront of their businesses. These changes ensure that companies, end users, partners, and producers remain competitive in an evolving global landscape.
