U.S. Demand for Nanotechnology in Construction Applications to Approach $100 Million in 2011 (11964)
Newer nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes and buckyballs have been the focus of considerable enthusiasm and are likely to become more commonplace in the coming years. However, they will take a backseat to metal oxides in construction, because oxides are far less expensive and will therefore be more widely used in architectural paints, functional coatings and adhesives; and as reinforcements for high performance concrete and plastic composites.

Austin, Texas' Emerson Selected as Main Instrumentation Provider for Automation of Lucite International Chemical Plant in Singapore (11957)
Lucite International is the world leader in methacrylate materials and produces a range of high quality products comprising monomers, acrylic sheet, polymers and resins, marketed under their famous brand names including Lucite® and Perspex®. Customers convert these into a diverse range of consumer, architectural, high tech and medical products.

Sylmar, Calif.'s PPG Aerospace, Altairnano Developing Chromate-Free Aircraft Primer (11951)
PPG Aerospace is the aerospace products and services business of PPG Industries. PPG Aerospace – PRC-DeSoto is the leading global producer and distributor of aerospace coatings, sealants, and packaging and application systems. PPG Aerospace – Transparencies is the world’s largest supplier of aircraft windshields, windows and canopies.

Pittsburgh's PPG to acquire Barloworld Coatings Australia (11884)
PPG Industries Australia Pty. Ltd. is a market leader in automotive, industrial, protective and marine coatings. The subsidiary has manufacturing plants in Clayton, Victoria, and Adelaide, South Australia, and employs more than 800 people in Australia. The purchase of Barloworld Coatings Australia will make PPG the largest coatings manufacturer in Australia.

Norwalk, Conn.'s Arch Chemicals Purchases Remaining 51 Percent Share in Koppers-Arch Wood Protection Joint Venture in Australia (11701)
Headquartered in Smyrna, Georgia, Arch Wood Protection, Inc. and related international affiliates are acknowledged world leaders in the development and marketing of chemical solutions that enhance the properties of wood. These businesses manufacture wood preservatives, fire retardants, mold inhibitors, and anti-sapstain products, and license the industry’s best-known brands of pressure-treated wood, including Wolmanized® wood and Dricon® fire retardant treated wood.

Revolutionizing Supply Chain Management Through Holistic Governance Structures (11578)
Most enterprises rely on raw materials, products, services, infrastructure offerings, and data during a given business cycle. Companies that manufacture or assemble products also rely on component parts. Relationships with distributors and customers present opportunities down the supply chain.

Basell To Acquire Huntsman (11548)
Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals and pigments. Its operating companies manufacture products for a variety of global industries, including chemicals, plastics, automotive, aviation, textiles, footwear, paints and coatings, construction, technology, agriculture, health care, detergents, personal care, furniture, appliances and packaging.

Cyl-Tec Inc. increases stock of cylinder parts and accessories (11398)
ylinder valves, protective cylinder caps, siphon tubes, cryogenic cylinder repair parts, Acrylex® fast-dry cylinder paints and brushes and other cylinder parts

Demand Leads To Investment for Dow Performance Fluids Business, Makers of UCON and SYNALOX Fluids & Lubricants (11111)
Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of innovation, science and technology to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. The Company offers a broad range of products and services to customers in more than 175 countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products.

Cortec Corporation's VpCIT-375 Provides Complete Protection With One Coat (11082)
When VpCIT-375 is applied in 4 mil DFT, it can be used as a topcoat and a primer. VpCIT-375 can be applied by spray, roll, brush, or dip. Industrial uses include structural steel, aluminum, storage tanks, bar joists, handrails, piping, conveyors, ladders, fencing, and machinery. VpCIT-375 is available in 5-gallon (19 liter) pails, 55-gallon (208 liter) metal drums, liquid totes, and bulk.