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ChemQuest Appoints Jean-Luc Guillaume as Director
The ChemQuest Group has appointed Jean-Luc Guillaume as director. In this role, Guillaume will support business development, key client projects, and market intelligence. Based in France, he brings a wealth of expertise in strategic segments that are part of ChemQuest’s core knowledge base and growth trajectory, such as specialty polymers, composites, and coatings.
ChemQuest Promotes Edye Fox Abrams to Vice President, Business Development and Marketing
The ChemQuest Group has promoted Edye Fox Abrams to the role of vice president, business development and marketing. Fox Abrams’ new role expands on her previous responsibilities as vice president, business development at ChemQuest. She will have responsibility for the development and execution of the firm’s global marketing strategy, in addition to identifying and capturing opportunities for revenue and strategic growth and leading key business initiatives, client projects and communications.
ChemQuest Technology Institute Partners with Universal Matter
Aug. 10, 2022, South Boston, Va. — The ChemQuest Technology Institute has entered a three-year, collaborative innovation agreement to support the growth and validation of UniversalMatter’s graphene technology based on sustainable feedstocks. ChemQuest will explore the...
Market Reports
Articles
2024 Paints, Coatings, Adhesives: Tepid Macro with Bright Spots
At its 25th annual Paints, Coatings, & Adhesives conference call to the investment community, Fermium Research hosted ChemQuest CEO Daniel Murad to share his insight into the global paints, coatings, and adhesives sectors. Dan highlighted key trends that investors...
Are You Ready for an M&A Rebound?
Whether you are looking to buy or sell as the second half of 2024 progresses, the most important thing to keep in mind is that patience and preparation are key. Your goal should be to achieve the best possible deal, and those don’t just fall from the sky.
Expanded Use of Powder Coatings in the U.S. Architectural Market
In the U.S., powder coatings only account for an estimated 25% of the value of coatings over extruded aluminum for architectural applications. For comparison, powder coatings are the dominant technology in the Western European architectural segment, with widespread use over aluminum extrusions.
Powder Coating Gloss Reduction Techniques
In a market that demands coating finishes of all gloss levels and appearances, the powder coating formulator’s toolbox includes a number of techniques to achieve the desired appearance. Multiple approaches can be combined in a formulation to drive the gloss as low as it can go.
Reshoring Resurgence
Whether reshoring efforts involve shifting manufacturing to the U.S., North America, or a specific state, a new facility provides U.S.-based companies with the opportunity to simplify their supply chain while developing best-in-class operations. In addition to striving for optimal productivity, companies considering a reshoring strategy should be sure to plan for long-term scalability.
Success Story: Audit of Newly Acquired Manufacturing Location Uncovers Opportunities to Optimize Growth Potential
Deep knowledge of best-in-class manufacturing processes for formulated materials uncovered areas for improvement at a client’s facility while also identifying limitations that were severe enough to limit growth potential. Following our thorough audit and review, the client followed our recommendation that relocating to a more modern facility was the best path forward.











