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The Powder Coating Institute honored a pioneer in UV-curable and non-metal powder technologies during its 2025 Annual Meeting.

The Automotive News honor highlights leadership in materials science, global innovation and advancing mobility technologies.

Allen brings over two decades of coatings experience to his new position overseeing the Southeastern U.S. market.

The company announced that its been recognized for its role in enhancing the reliability and efficiency of electric vehicles.

The company announced some leadership appointments within its U.S. Vehicle Refinishes business.

Tim Sager has been named Director of Operations, responsible for all finishing operations and facilities, and Luke Kroening has joined as Operations Manager of Paint Production.

Leon Hosier will partner with the sales team to provide technical support to existing and potential customers, troubleshoot and resolve any issues they face, and ensure their needs and expectations are met.

The grand opening highlights the organization's commitment to providing local support and service, backed by global resources and technologies. 

Robert Rae, Managing Director of Sales at GEW, explains, “Spain and Portugal are vital areas to our business, with thriving printing, coating, and converting industries that span narrow web, wide web, converting, sheetfed offset, wood coating, and other industrial applications."

There are several factors to consider – economic, structural, resources, manpower – in making this decision. PCI interviewed Brandon Acker, President of Titan Abrasive Systems, to discuss the considerations and give readers and overview of what needs to be examined before making the decision between bringing a blasting operation in house or continuing to use outside sources.