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New Format for Fraunhofer IFAM European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) Course
The ChemQuest Group has announced an evolution of the popular Fraunhofer IFAM European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) course. ChemQuest is the exclusive cooperation partner of Fraunhofer IFAM for EAS and European Adhesive Bonder (EAB) courses in North America. New for 2023, the EAS course will blend online and in-person learning to provide participants with a combined virtual and hands-on opportunity.
Montaha Hidefi Joins ChemQuest as Color Consultant
The ChemQuest has appointed Montaha Hidefi as color consultant. Hidefi’s comprehensive background includes expertise in international marketing, powder coatings, and color analysis and forecasting with companies such as Rohm and Haas Co. (now Dow), Merck Group, and TIGER Drylac. She founded Color Landing Studio in 2018 and established the concept of Color Archeology™ in 2020.
Registration Opens for Powder Coating Formulation Courses
January 10, 2023, Cincinnati, OH — The ChemQuest Group, a global consulting firm focused on tailored business strategy and optimization, technology acceleration, market intelligence, and M&A advisory services for the specialty materials industry, is pleased to...
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WEBINAR: Powder Coatings for Architectural Applications
In this webinar, presenters Eric Casebolt and Nathan Biller give an overview of the architectural coatings market with a focus on powder coatings applied to aluminum extrusions for use in building and construction applications. Additionally, they discuss the various types of powder coatings that are used to meet the AAMA specifications that govern the performance requirements in this segment. Attendees will gain a high-level understanding of the technical aspects of these coatings, along with insights into market dynamics and trends in the architectural coatings market.
Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Materials Research
At the recent TechConnect Conference in the Washington, D.C., area,[1] it was evident that digitalization is driving all aspects of material research. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) serve to inspire the discovery and design of new materials and the processes to manufacture them. Autonomous research and development (R&D) push the envelope for building predictive models and platforms that drive high-throughput innovation. How did we get here so fast, and where will this global megatrend take us?
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...
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