Several regional air pollution control agencies in California have initiated discussions that are likely to lead to the enactment of new, tougher regulations on VOCs in architectural and industrial-maintenance (AIM) coatings.
The National Paint & Coatings Association is calling for a cooperative effort to find "new and effective solutions where lead-based paint constitutes a health threat."
Employees of ICI's The Glidden Co. unit and other volunteers painted kindergarten classrooms at 34 schools across the United States recently in the company's "Colorful Classrooms Campaign."
The Sherwin-Williams Co. announced that Larry J. Pitorak, the company's chief financial officer since 1991, has resigned to pursue other business interests.
Rohm and Haas Co. announced several facility-consolidation and shutdown moves as part of the company's ongoing cost-cutting program aimed at boosting financial performance.
Ronald C. Lazof has resigned as president and CEO of Behr Process Corp., Santa Ana, CA, and will pursue "other consulting and investing opportunities."
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