Washing a car can be a chore and a costly one at that. In response, Nissan in Europe has begun tests on innovative paint technology that repels mud, rain and everyday dirt, meaning drivers may never have to clean their car again.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting small businesses to participate as consultants for a Small Business Advocacy Review (SBAR) Panel as the agency considers steps to reduce lead-based paint exposure from the renovation, repair and painting of public and commercial buildings.
BASF has invested €2.5 million in its Demarchi coatings site, located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, to expand its capacity to serve Brazil’s automotive industry with waterborne automotive coatings.
Keyland Polymer Ltd., a manufacturer of UV-curable powder coatings, announced an exclusive sales representation agreement with RND Ltd., a sister company of Tekiz Makina Sanayi, to promote UV-cured powder coating chemistry and application technology in Turkey.
BASF Automotive Refinish Solutions announced that the winner of the 2014 Ridler Award – the 1964 Buick Riviera Rivision created by JF Launier of JF Kustoms – features BASF R-M® Onyx HD paint.