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ChemQuest Deepens Bench of Experts with Two New Additions
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to welcome two new global leaders to its team. Sharon Feng, Ph.D., has been named a vice president, while Prem Patel has joined the firm as a director.
Dates Set for Fraunhofer IFAM European Adhesive Bonder (EABS) and European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) Courses in North America
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce that registration is open for two accredited adhesive bonding-focused courses in 2024. ChemQuest is Fraunhofer IFAM’s exclusive partner in North America for its European Adhesive Bonder (EAB) and European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) courses.
Wayne Daniell, Ph.D., Joins ChemQuest as Director EMEA
The ChemQuest Group has appointed Wayne Daniell, Ph.D., a director for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. During a career spanning more than 27 years, Daniell has founded and managed companies that developed nanomaterials and various coatings additives for use in markets such as consumer electronics, renewable energy, and white biotechnology.
Market Reports
U.S. Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2023 – 2028)
Global Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2019 – 2024)
Articles
ASTM Standards for Color Measurement
The parameters used within all but two ASTM standards addressing color measurement are based on the CIE (Commission Internationale de l’Éclairage) system of tristimulus color measurement applied worldwide when measuring color. This system makes color measurements universally clear and globally meaningful.
In the Wake of the Great Supply Chain Crisis of 2021-2022: Predicting the Future by Controlling the Future
The Great Supply Chain Crisis of 2021-2022 acted as a very loud and exceptionally clear wakeup call for all participants within the specialty chemicals value chain, whether in paints and coatings; sealants and adhesives; household, industrial & institutional cleaners (HI&I); lubricants and hydraulic fluids; personal care products; or many others. Its message was equally loud and clear in all market sectors
WHITE PAPER: Understanding Business Cycle Analysis
Data noise can be confusing and lead to conflicting perceptions of the market’s reality. Depending on your company’s resources, you might not even have specific staff members responsible for performing market research. Whatever the reason, you may be operating with an incomplete picture of industry dynamics. Leveraging sophisticated market intelligence tools like Business Cycle Analysis embedded within the ChemQuest TraQr® family of resources enhances the efficacy of your data-driven decision-making process, facilitating the attainment of your strategic objectives.
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.
Newsletters
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – Q3 2022
While the industry has seen significant hurdles in the first three quarters of 2022, there have also been significant developments this year for increasing innovation and resilience, acquisitions and divestments, and operational excellence. ChemQuest has seen...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – Q2 2022
This year has presented the chemicals and materials industry with many challenges: supply chain volatility, surging fuel and feedstock costs, shifting regulations, and the unpredictability of global health, conflict, and economic impacts. At ChemQuest, we are focused...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – Q1 2022
With reflection back to the beginning of 2022, we can comment that the year is off to a busy start. Attending conferences and trade shows, visiting with clients, international and domestic business travel ... in some ways it feels like we never skipped a beat. Read...
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