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George Pilcher and David Cocuzzi to Receive Awards from ASTM Committee D01 on Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications
The ChemQuest Group is thrilled to announce that George Pilcher, vice president, and David Cocuzzi, vice president, will receive awards from ASTM D01 committee on Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications. Pilcher will receive a Lifetime Excellence and Appreciation Award for his work on sub-committees D01.53 and D01.55, while Cocuzzi will receive an Award of Appreciation.
ChemQuest Appoints Eric Casebolt Director
The ChemQuest Group has appointed Eric Casebolt its latest director. Casebolt is an accomplished leader with a proven track record of providing viable and actional solutions to organizational goals. He will support ChemQuest’s Business Strategy & Transformation, Technology Development, and M&A Advisory Services by utilizing his extensive experience in market development and product innovation.
Sandrine Garnier, Ph.D., Joins ChemQuest as a Director
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce that Sandrine Garnier, Ph.D., has joined the company as a director. With more than 20 years of experience, Garnier has managed growth-driven multi-national businesses and teams, including work in technical product development and positioning, sales management, market and pricing strategies, and marketing initiatives.
Market Reports
Articles
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.
Challenges of Sustainability in a Climate-Conscious World
As the world comes to grips on how best to address increasing GHG emissions and regulatory, investor, and consumer pressures have increased, the industry has been increasingly reassessing its environmental carbon footprint and developing strategies to reduce it. The challenge of climate change presents serious risks for businesses that do not act, but addressing these challenges aggressively can provide significant opportunities for companies to establish themselves as leaders in sustainability.