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Maximizing Sustainability in Manufacturing

Innovative Approaches for Eco-Friendly Operations
Katie Brenneman
June 11, 2024
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Ensuring your firm is sustainable will save you money, improve your operational efficiency, and help you attract eco-friendly consumers. Tracking ESG data points can help you spot faults and pivot toward more efficient operations. This improves your profitability in the long run and future-proofs your firm.


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How to Properly Maintain and Extend the Lifespan of Exterior Paint

Rose Morrison
April 22, 2024
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Regular maintenance preserves the value of your investment for years to come. Knowing what to do ensures your labor lasts, so take an in-depth look at how to maintain and extend the life span of your exterior paint with the right techniques.


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Paint Durability Tips for Commercial and Industrial Applications

Nicole Davis
March 25, 2024
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Professional painting is a crucial aspect of maintaining a polished and durable appearance for commercial and industrial spaces. The longevity of paint plays a significant role in the overall aesthetic and protection of surfaces. This article explores expert tips for boosting paint durability in commercial and industrial settings.


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Brushing to Success: The Benefits of Joining a Professional Painting Franchise

Stewart Vernon
February 22, 2024
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As the paint and coatings industry grows, there are ample opportunities for entrepreneurs to start a painting business. Whether you choose to go the franchising route or start a business from scratch, there are various factors to consider before making the big move.


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Packaging Coatings Technology

Chris Bradford
January 15, 2024
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The questionable future of BPA and bisphenols in food contact materials has driven the development of new coating technologies. AkzoNobel believes that metal can packaging has advanced to the point where bisphenols of any kind are no longer required to create safe coatings, and is working with the industry to shape change.


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The Role of Smart PPE in Modern Manufacturing

Katie Brenneman
December 14, 2023
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Technology has revolutionized manufacturing safety to combat injuries and illness by developing smart personal protective equipment (PPE) that integrates protective features into onsite gears. In this Industry Insights blog, learn what PPE entails, the common issues that manufacturing industries face, and how using smart PPE can help alleviate these issues. 


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12 Accent Colors That Make a Statement

Create a Stir with Bold, Head-Turning Hues
Behr
August 24, 2023
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These accent colors still get clicks. Are they timeless, or have trends moved on? See which Behr picks might still make a statement in home design today.




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Seven Ways a CMMS Helps Boost Manufacturing Productivity

Even with Budget Cuts
Lindsey Walker
June 12, 2023
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A well-configured computerized maintenance management system that is engineered to streamline maintenance activities from start to finish makes it much easier to achieve maintenance goals with speed, accuracy, and efficiency.


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Low-Performing Websites Keep Industrial Brands from Earning a Bigger Share of a Shrinking Market

Kim D. Kolarik
May 5, 2023
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Based on a DBS Interactive study that audited several hundred manufacturer websites using Google’s Lighthouse tool, the vast majority of websites for B2B manufacturing companies don’t meet the latest best practice criteria for technical performance and user experience.


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Sustainability ABCs and Energy-Curable Technology

Cara Bommarito
April 7, 2023
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Sustainability is about continuous improvement. The sustainability ABCs of energy-curable technology are impactful and, most importantly, quantifiable. 


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