Associate Editor, Karen Parker, provides a snapshot of the 2021 year in coatings based on information she gathered for our annual Global Top 10 and PCI 25 rankings of the top coatings manufacturers.

RPM International Inc. (RPM) has appointed a new vice president – internal audit and chief audit executive. The appointment became effective July 19, 2022.

AkzoNobel recently announced plans to invest €20 to increase and improve production at two of its sites in France. 

Founded in 1985 by Daniel Seeler and David Hirsch, Midwest Industrial Coatings Inc.

Founded in 1960, Vista Paints is a manufacturer of high-quality paints and coatings for the architectural and industrial-maintenance markets. 

ELANTAS PDG, Inc. (EPDG) has been a conformal coating market leader for more than 60 years. 

Induron Protective Coatings is a third-generation, family owned manufacturing company with deep roots in Birmingham, providing excellent products and high-quality service to the area, as well as national and international markets. 

In operation since 1979, NAPCO provides products and training for bathtub, tile, shower and countertop refinishers.

Fortech Products is a global manufacturer of TechKote, a low-VOC, water-based, high-heat, corrosion-resistant coating, as well as metalworking fluids, forming lubricants, industrial cleaners, and rust preventives.

Founded in 1954 by Edward and Joseph Richard, Richard’s Paint Mfg. Co. Inc. is a privately owned company that provides a full range of architectural, commercial, industrial and specialty coatings.