Conference News

Dr. John Cox Wins the 2023 PCI Lifetime Achievement Award

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

John Cox Senior is the posthumous winner of the 2023 PCI Lifetime Achievement Award. Cox was a veteran of the coatings industry, with over 40 years of experience in the development of coatings.

Thursday Panel Discussion Will Discuss The Lab of the Future

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 18:56:29 -0400

The phrase “digital transformation” is everywhere – but what does it mean for coatings suppliers and manufacturers to “go digital?” Attend our panel discussion today from 11:15 am – 12:15 pm CST to learn why a digital strategy is important for the future success of your company.

The ChemQuest Group’s George Pilcher Delivers CTT Keynote Address

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 17:41:00 -0400

George Pilcher, Vice President of The ChemQuest Group, is kicking off CTT Virtual Week with a keynote address on “The View From 2020: Where Is the Global Coatings Industry Today, and Where Is It Going?” Pilcher will address the current state of the paint and coatings industry and where it will head during its initial recovery from the global pandemic. Join in this morning at 11:00 am Central Time to hear his presentation.

UV+EB Technology Student Poster Design Competition on Display Today

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 10:13:58 -0500

The Technical Association for the Graphic Arts (TAGA) and RadTech, the non-profit trade association for ultraviolet and electron beam (UV+EB) processes, are partnering again on the UV+EB Technology Student Poster Design Competition, which offers students cash prizes for creative poster designs.

California Senate Resolution Recognizes UV+EB Technology and RadTech

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:29:00 -0500

The California State Senate has adopted a resolution recognizing the many benefits of ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technologies, and the contributions of RadTech–The UV+EB Technology Non Profit Trade Association.

RadLaunch Announces Start-up Technology Accelerator Class of 2020

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:28:31 -0500

RadLaunch, the unique idea accelerator for ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technology start-ups, students and innovators, has selected five key technology developers for 2020 and three special recognition awards. RadTech, the nonprofit for UV+EB Technology, created RadLaunch in recognition of the growing importance of the technology with the digitization of manufacturing and requirements for safe, clean, rapid processes in the fast-emerging circular economy.

Today's Keynote Offered by Arkema’s Dr. Richard Jenkins

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 13:04:00 -0400

Tuesday’s Keynote Address, “Innovation in Relationships Between Coatings Companies, Suppliers and Co-Suppliers,” will be delivered by Dr. Richard Jenkins, Global Group President, Arkema Coating Resins. Recent trends in the chemical industry have been towards consolidation, less upstream flexibility, more frequent and unexpected raw material shortages, more constrained carrier capacity, and increased demand volatility. The consequences of such forces on planning and operating a reliable supply chain can no longer be affordably mitigated through an inventory-only approach.

Miller Paint Company’s Kevin O’Leary to Receive 2019 Samson-Adler Award

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 13:03:00 -0400

Kevin O’Leary of Miller Paint Company will receive the 2019 Samson-Adler Award on Tuesday morning. O’Leary began his career in the paint and coatings industry in the Seattle/Tacoma area at Todd Chemical/Enterprises in 1976 after serving four years in the U.S. Air Force.

Afternoon Leadership Panel Will Discuss Mergers and Acquisitions

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 12:16:00 -0400

Monday afternoon’s leadership panel will discuss mergers and acquisitions, and the impact on you and our industry. Speakers include Sandeep Bhatt, President, DSM Coating Resins North America; Gary LeRoux, President & CEO, Canadian Paint & Coatings Association; Hector Rodriguez, VP Business Segments & Strategy, Ravago Chemicals North America; Steve Waterman, Vice President R&D, Product Development; Behr Paint Company; Denise Hartmann, Senior Vice President, Dispersions, Resins and Additives, North America, BASF Corporation; and Dr. Greg Williams, Section Manager, Applied Research, Behr Paint Company.

Behr Chief R&D Officer to Deliver Monday Keynote

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 12:15:00 -0400

John Gilbert, Chief Research and Development Officer at Behr Process Corporation, will deliver today’s keynote address, titled “People, Place, Process and Products: The Inner Workings of Development Today.”

James Calkin to Receive 2018 Samson-Adler Award

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 12:14:00 -0400

James Calkin, retired Vice President at the HORN Company, will receive the 2018 Samson-Adler Award this morning. Calkin first became an ACA Member in 1966 and spent 50 years as a member. During that time he served on both ACA’s Industry Suppliers Committee and the Architectural Coatings Committee for 25 years.

Four CTT Presentations to be Broadcast Live

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:39:00 -0400

Thanks to sponsors Chemquest, Alchemy, Evonik and Covestro, four of this year’s conference events will be broadcast live (BL) to coatings professionals not able to attend CTT. If you or your colleagues can not attend this year, register to watch these presentations virtually.

Wednesday’s Panel Discussion to Explore Sustainability

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:38:00 -0400

Don’t miss tomorrow afternoon’s panel discussion, which is titled, What Would a 100%-Sustainable Coatings Industry Look Like? What are the hurdles that are preventing us from achieving this, and how can industry work together to accomplish our sustainability goals? Five industry experts from across the value chain will come together to discuss this important topic. This discussion will also be broadcast live to watch from your home or office.

CTT to Broadcast Live Keynote Address on Leading in the Lab

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:36:00 -0400

Dr. Crystal Morrison, Founder & CEO of EverRise and Director at ChemQuest, will be delivering the CTT Keynote Address this morning. In her presentation, Leading in the Lab, she will discuss how innovation is an act of leadership, not just an act of creativity. Attendees will receive four specific actions to use to foster empowering leadership and innovation in their organizations. If you aren't attending CTT, you can watch it live or at a later date on PCI's website.

Pflaumer Brothers Presents ECS Awards for Innovation

Tue, 14 May 2019 16:57:36 -0400

Two presentations received the Pflaumer Brothers Awards for Innovation for the best technical presentations at the Eastern Coatings Show. The Outstanding Paper was awarded to Jacob Shevrin of Evonik, who presented on Enhanced Corrosion Resistance of Waterborne, VOC-Free Coatings with Novel Bipodal Silane Additives. The Most Outstanding Paper was presented to Mengfei Huang of UMass, who presented on Methylene Malonate for High-Performance Coatings.

Samuel E. Firestone Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Tue, 14 May 2019 16:47:24 -0400

On Tuesday morning after the ECS keynote address, Rick Mazzariello presented the Rick Mazzariello Lifetime Achievement Award to Samuel E. Firestone. At 92 years old, Firestone has spent his entire career in the coatings industry. Among other contributions, Firestone started Norstone, Inc. in 1982. Although he officially retired in 2006, he still helps out the industry from time to time.

Fischer Technology Showcases Coating Hardness, Elastic Modulus and Adhesion Testers

Tue, 14 May 2019 16:28:00 -0400

At Booth 719 Fischer Technology is featuring nanoindentation and progressive load scratch testers to measure mechanical properties of coatings. Determine coating to substrate adhesion, hardness, elasticity and self-healing with a click of a button.

Eastern Coatings Show Honors Technical Innovation

Mon, 13 May 2019 17:20:28 -0400

To promote innovation and the development of new technology in the coatings industry, the Pflaumer Honors for Innovation awards will be presented at the Eastern Coatings Show May 14-15. Pflaumer Brothers, Inc. of Ewing, NJ, is sponsoring the awards to honor and recognize the two top technical papers presented at the Show.

Keynote Address to Focus on the Future of the Coatings Industry: How Current Trends are Driving Change

Mon, 13 May 2019 17:15:00 -0400

Kevin D. Braun, Vice President, PPG Industries, will deliver the keynote address at the Eastern Coatings Show this morning at 8:00 a.m. The presentation will explore digital transformation and emerging technologies to meet new demand for products that integrate mobility and environmental protection. The latest advancements in functional coatings will be highlighted, and new solutions for traditional coatings industry challenges will be addressed.

ECS Survey Addresses Key Industry Issues

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 12:29:00 -0400

During Monday’s Plenary Session, Dr. Sonja Schulte, Editor in Chief of the European Coatings Journal, invited attendees to participate in a live survey involving key coatings industry issues, including market focus, future technologies, R&D activities and sustainability.

ECS Keynote Discusses Biorefinery Approaches to Monomers, Solvents and Polymers

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 12:28:00 -0400

Professor Markus Antonietti of the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces presented the keynote address at this year’s European Coatings Conference. He spoke on “Making Coatings More Sustainable and Affordable: Biorefinery Approaches to Monomers, Solvents and Polymers.”

Arkema Wins 2019 European Coatings Show Award

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Sonja Schulte, Editor in Chief of the European Coatings Journal, presented the 2019 European Coatings Show Award at the EC Conference Plenary Session on Monday. Congratulations to Christopher M. Miller, Wenjun Wu and their team at Arkema for being awarded the best paper of this year’s Conference.

Keynote Address Encourages Formulators to Think Outside the Box with Color

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 17:17:00 -0400

Dr. Barry Snyder, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Axalta Coating Systems, delivered the keynote address during the Plenary Session of the AC Conference on Monday.

AC Conference Surveys Delegates on Top Technologies, Markets and Drivers

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 17:15:00 -0400

The 2018 American Coatings Conference kicked off Monday in Indianapolis. European Coatings Journal Editor, Dr. Sonja Schulte, began the conference with a live, automated survey of the delegates.

DuPont Industrial Biosciences Wins 2018 American Coatings Award

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 17:08:00 -0400

The 2018 American Coatings Award for the most outstanding technical presentation at this year’s AC Conference was awarded to Dr. Christian Lenges and the research team from DuPont Industrial Biosciences and SYNPO.

2017 Samson-Adler Distinguished Service Award Presented Today

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 18:00:00 -0400

The 2016 and 2017 WCS Samson-Adler Distinguished Service Awards are presented this week at the Symposium.

Second WCS Keynote to Discuss Working Smarter to Optimize the Bottom Line

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 18:00:00 -0400

James Ray, Senior Consultant at ICIS, will deliver today’s keynote address. We often hear the term “working smarter”. But how do we translate this into actions that can improve the bottom line?

WCS Presents 2016 Samson-Adler Distinguished Service Award Today

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 12:00:00 -0400

The 2016 and 2017 WCS Samson-Adler Distinguished Service Awards will be presented this week at the Symposium.

First WCS Keynote Speaker to Discuss the Ever-Changing World of Architectural Coatings

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 12:00:00 -0400

Today’s keynote speaker is John Gilbert, Chief Research and Development Officer, Behr Process Corporation, Masco Coatings Group.

ECS Keynote Discusses Applied Sustainability

Tue, 16 May 2017 17:11:09 -0400

Bruce Uhlman of BASF Corp. delivered the ECS Keynote address on Tuesday.