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Benjamin Murad Joins ChemQuest as Director of IT
The ChemQuest Group has appointed Benjamin Murad its director of information technology (IT). With in-depth experience across the IT spectrum, Murad is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s information technology-related needs. He brings expertise developed in roles ranging from operations analyst and solutions engineer to software solutions development manager and director of technology for diverse organizations such as Teleflex, Rise Against Hunger, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cisco.
ChemQuest Expands Operational Excellence Bench with Two New Directors
The ChemQuest Group has appointed two new directors, Ty Dawson, Ph.D., and Meghan Patel. Both will primarily contribute to projects in the firm’s Operational Excellence business pillar, which supports clients with identifying, implementing, and sustaining improvements in manufacturing processes and production.
Two Global Industry Leaders Join ChemQuest as Directors
The ChemQuest Group has appointed two new directors with extensive global specialty chemicals and materials experience, Michael Henningsen, Ph.D., and Graeme Roan, Ph.D. Both will support clients in the Business Strategy & Transformation, Technology Development, and M&A Advisory pillars. In addition, Henningsen will also bring his expertise to projects related to Operational & Manufacturing Efficiencies.
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U.S. Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2023 – 2028)
Global Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2024 – 2029)
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In the Trenches: FBE Powder Coatings Remain a Cornerstone of Pipeline Protection Strategies
Fusion-bonded epoxy powder coatings have become a staple in pipeline protection, dominating as the primary coating solution for buried and subsea applications. These pipelines, often stretching thousands of miles, face continuous exposure to aggressive environmental conditions. FBE coatings form a durable barrier against moisture, soil electrolytes, and corrosive chemicals, extending asset life while minimizing leaks and costly downtime.
How Technical Scouting Fuels Innovation
Complacency gives competitors an advantage if they are willing to take calculated risks, invest in technologies that deliver superior products that solve your customers’ pain points, and satisfy unmet market needs. Thus, it can be advantageous to seek technology partners who, by augmenting internal resources and overcoming inherent biases, drive faster growth for your business rather than for the competition.
Opportunities and Challenges in the Latin America Paint and Coatings Industry
The paint and coatings industry in Latin America is anticipated to see above-GDP growth over the mid-term, spurred mainly by public and private sector investments in the manufacturing and service sectors. The Global Market Analysis forecasts a 3.4% increase in volume and 6.2% in value over the 2024-2029 forecast period.
Navigating the Maze, Part 1: Building a Better Path – Why Interdisciplinary Teams are Key to Evaluating Opportunities
In the specialty chemicals and materials industry, the pace of innovation, shifting customer needs, and growing regulatory complexity make it challenging to determine where to invest time, talent, and resources. Whether you’re evaluating new R&D initiatives, exploring emerging markets, or launching new product lines, the path forward can often feel uncertain. That’s where a structured, interdisciplinary approach can help.
Understanding Overall Equipment Effectiveness
One ripe target for optimizing operations in many organizations is overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), which compares your operation’s ideal performance to its overall real performance. Minor improvements in operations OEE can make a major difference to overall total productive maintenance (TPM), the goal of which is to maximize your equipment’s efficiency and minimize downtime.
A Simple, Highly Effective ASTM Curing Test
Assuming that paint chemistry, film thickness, and application techniques are matched to the intended service environment, the degree of cure is the single most important characteristic required for a painted system to perform well. During the coating development phase, proper curing parameters are determined through a variety of sophisticated techniques for monitoring the glass transition temperature.
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