News of the Month – April 2008

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PRA Activities/News

Additives for Coatings – Holiday Inn Conference Centre, Frankfurt, Germany, 20–21 May 2008

The theme for the Additives for Coatings conference, being held at the Holiday Inn Conference Centre, Frankfurt, on 20–21 May 2008, is 'Innovation in Formulation'. The programme consists of 20 papers split into four sessions, covering:

• Technology Trends
• Wetting and Dispersing Agents
• Additives for Unique Performance
• Functional Minerals

The papers cover a range of topics at the cutting edge of additives technology from suppliers and industry organisations with a high reputation for innovation. This makes it a critical event to attend for paint manufacturers and management personnel involved with tracking new developments in additive technology. The full conference programme, including abstracts of all the papers, can be viewed online, together with the on-line registration facility. To highlight the value of networking during the conference, the conference dinner is included in the cost of registration. It is being held in a local traditional Apfelwein restaurant. The pre-dinner cocktail is being sponsored by BYK-Chemie.

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SURFEX 2008 – Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate, UK, 3–4 June 2008

SURFEX 2008, the largest and most comprehensive UK exhibition for surface coatings, printing inks, adhesives, corrosion and construction chemicals industries, is shaping up to be the 2008 event for UK Surface Coatings Community. SURFEX 2008 is open from 9.00 am until 6.00 pm on Tuesday 3 June and from 9.30 am until 4.30 pm on Wednesday 4 June. There is no charge for Admission and 192 companies have already confirmed that they will be represented at the exhibition. You can meet the PRA at stand C63.

You are invited to attend the 'KALEIDOSCOPE Industry Dinner' on Tuesday 3rd June, 2008, which has been arranged to coincide with next year's SURFEX event. The venue is 'The Ballroom' of The Paramount Majestic Hotel Restaurant, in the heart of Harrogate. The aim of this dinner is to provide colleagues and friends from the coatings industry with a long overdue networking opportunity, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Invitations are open to everyone from within the Surface Coatings industry. For further information and to book your places, please download the Kaleidoscope Industry Dinner Booking Form.

Pre-register NOW to visit SURFEX 2008 and benefit from Fast Track admission and the VIP treatment. Just go to www.surfex2008.net, Click on Registration and complete the online registration form.

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GlOBAL INDUSTRIAL COATINGS MARKETS 2006-2020 STUDY

Irfab publishes an in-depth study on the Global Industrial Coatings Market

Irfab is pleased to announce the publication of an in-depth and detailed study on the Global Industrial Coatings Market 2006-2020. In this study, Irfab builds on its history of expertise in assessing and forecasting markets, technologies, sub-segments, resins, raw materials and geographical markets. The study incorporates an investigation of emerging markets in the Asia Pacific, Middle East, Central & Eastern Europe and Latin America. Considering trends in environment friendly coatings technologies and the impact of VOC and chemicals legislation, growing industrial segments are identified.

Subscribers to the study will benefit from this vital information base when formulating their global strategies – from technology to marketing. It will enable you to identify both the threats from competing technologies and future opportunities. Thus, the report represents a reference guide for long term strategic planning and provides a basis for more detailed segmental analysis.

The following market segments are covered in this study: Automotive OEM; Automotive Refinish; Motorcycles; Truck, bus and other vehicles; Rail; Aircraft; Marine Coatings; Protective Coatings; Industrial Wood Coatings; Agricultural, Construction and Earthmoving; Pre-coated metal Sheet and Extrusions; Metal Packaging (Can) Coatings; Industrial OEM Technologies and Industrial OEM Markets. There is also an Executive Summary and sections on Economic Indicators and Regulations. Those who have already received segments of the study are impressed by the quality and depth of information. Segments of the study can be purchased separately and combinations of segments will be priced accordingly.

For further information and price details please contact PRA's Client Service Manager, Heena Mehta

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EUROCOAT 2008 – Lyon, France, 30 September–2 October 2008

EUROCOAT is a trade event that encompasses both an Exhibition and a Technical and scientific conference dedicated to the paint, varnish, printing ink, glue and adhesive industry. For over fifteen years, UATCM (Union of Mediterranean Technicians' Associations), which includes Spanish, French and Italian associations, has enabled EUROCOAT to be an international event, held on an annual basis. More recently, Algeria, Portugal and Romania have joined the UATCM and widened the event's potential audience. At EUROCOAT 2008, visitors will be able to meet:

• the key manufacturers and distributors of raw materials
• manufacturers of paint production machines
• suppliers and manufacturers of scientific equipment for colour applications
• manufacturers of packing and packaging materials for paint

Organised by the French AFTPVA association under the aegis of the UATCM, the 2008 EUROCOAT Conference will revolve around the general theme of Green Chemistry. Its aim will be to show that the Paint, Varnish, Ink, Glue and Adhesive industries can comply with the policies of a sustainable civilisation, so as to protect humanity and its environment, and to pass on the positive effects of technological progress to future generations. This will provide an opportunity to take stock of public health legislation and gather information on new, clean technologies.

For further information about EUROCOAT 2008, visit the EUROCOAT website.

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Keep up to date with some of the latest developments in the Coatings Industry with Latest News. Recent headlines include:

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Information Services

Click on the links below to see highlights from the latest issues of PRA publications. For information about any of our technical publications please contact Richard Kennedy. For information about publications relating to market information (COMET and EPRN) please contact Glenda Thisdell. For information about our publication relating to regulatory information (SHE Alert) please contact Tina Walton.

MARKET INFORMATION

Coatings COMET - COmpanies, Markets and Economic Trends

COMET is the perfect market intelligence companion for busy coatings executives in such areas as: Marketing, Export Department, Business Planning, Product Development, Corporate Affairs and New Business Opportunities.

European Paint & Resin News (EPRN)

European Paint & Resin News contains the essential news of the global coatings industry, providing information in a clear and simple format.

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REGULATORY INFORMATION

SHE Alert - (Safety, Health and Environment Alert)

A monthly bulletin on global regulatory safety, health and environmental matters relevant to the coatings industry, also available online as a searchable database. See SHE Alert highlights for April 2008.

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LIBRARY AND DATABASE SERVICES

Paint Titles

Stay informed of all new scientific and technical knowledge with Paint Titles, PRA’s weekly alerting service covering paints, coatings, adhesives and inks. PRA Members can browse Paint Titles online or download the PDF version free of charge. For a fee, non-members can also subscribe to Paint Titles by contacting Dr Norman Morgan.

For details of our document delivery service, please contact the PRA library.

World Surface Coatings Abstracts (WSCA)

WSCA is the industry’s premier search tool for coatings related technical information. Produced monthly in print and as a CD-ROM, the electronic version of WSCA contains more than 300 000 coatings-related abstracts collated over the last 30 years. See recent WSCA highlights. WSCA also offers ‘personalised alerts’ and ‘one-off searches’. For further information contact Dr Norman Morgan.

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SPECIALIST TECHNICAL NEWS

Waterborne and High Solids Coatings

A monthly bulletin covering all aspects of waterborne and high solids technology from the properties of raw materials to the application and performance of the final coatings. See highlights from Waterborne and High Solids Coatings.

Dispersion Polymers: Technology & Applications

Dispersion Polymers: Technology & Applications provides critical reviews of developments in dispersion polymer technology, covering new latex compositions, polymer processes, physical properties and applications of dispersion polymers in paints, adhesives, membranes, non-woven fabrics, textiles and paper.

Polymer Curing Technologies

Polymer Curing Technologies offers a critical overview of journal and patent literature from the following topics: curing types, radiation cure, physical properties and test methods.

RADnews

PRA’s quarterly newsletter for the radiation curing industry, RADnews, provides extensive information on patents relevant to radiation curing, articles appearing in the technical press — from academic research to commercial developments — and new developments in products and equipment. See highlights from the Winter 2007/8 issue (63) of RADnews.

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Technical Services

Paint Analysis

In addition to paints and varnishes, PRA's Laboratory also analyses inks, polishes, adhesives, plastics, putties and mastics. The UK based laboratory is accredited to ISO 17025 by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS). A list of all the tests for which the PRA is UKAS accredited is available. PRA has particular expertise in the analysis of:-

• Substrates
• Raw materials
• Fully formulated coatings
• Multi-layer coating systems
• Fibrous and particulate contaminants

Much of our analytical work is carried out with the aim of establishing the reason for problems connected with the manufacture and use of products. As well establishing the cause, our aim is to provide a solution to these problems.

For further information contact PRA Technical Services

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Networking and Learning

Powder Coating Technology

This intensive two day course seeks to provide a clear understanding of all aspects of powder coating technology. The course includes an insight into the formulation and manufacture of coating powders, both thermoplastic and thermosetting. Particular emphasis is given to coating selection, outdoor exposure, corrosion resistance and cost benefits associated with powder coating. Application techniques are discussed in-depth, from simple fluidised bed dipping to fully automated electrostatic systems. The course includes a half-day practical session at a nearby powder coating installation, where there will be opportunities to apply coating powders, understand application parameters,and test coatings in production conditions.

The next Powder Coatings Course is being held on 10-11 June 2008. Register online or contact the Training Manager, Elisabeth Brown (see contact details below).

View the Training Calendar for 2008.

Training courses are held at the PRA Coatings Technology Centre in Hampton, near London's Heathrow Airport. Customised courses can often be organised to suit your individual needs based on one of the courses in the training programme or on other topics. These customised courses may be held at your own site or at PRA. This can be an effective way of training a workforce. To find out more contact our Training Manager Elisabeth Brown by email or phone +44 20 8487 0815 (Fax: +44 20 8487 0805).

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PRA events

The 6th Woodcoatings Congress, Amsterdam, 14–15 October 2008

There has been an excellent response to the Call for Papers for the sixth PRA Woodcoatings Congress, which this year is being held at the Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Aan de Amstel on 14-15 October. The programme will be finalised during May. In the present form, there will be six sessions of 5-6 papers each, spread over the two-day period, giving delegates a wide choice of presentations to attend.

Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for suppliers who wish to be associated with this conference, for example, to raise the profile of their company to a targeted audience of key decision makers. For further details, please contact conferences@pra-world.com.

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For information on PRA Conferences or to obtain copies of Proceedings from recent PRA Conferences, please contact Janet Saraty, Tel:  +44 (0)20 8487 0811, Fax:  +44 (0)20 8487 0801.

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Other Conferences/Exhibitions

A list of other conferences, exhibitions and events is also available in our Coatings Events Diary.

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European Conferences / Exhibitions

British Coatings Federation Annual Conference
15–16 May 2008, Stratford upon Avon, UK. The BCF website will be updated as presenters / topics are confirmed. Contact: BCF; Tel: +44 (0)1372 360660; Fax: +44 (0)1372 376069; e-mail: tracy.jagger@bcf.co.uk

IntAIRCOAT
15–16 May 2008, Munich, Germany. Be part of the first IntAIRCOAT forum in Munich discussing the vision 'Aircraft surface treatment 2020' against the backdrop of feasible solutions today and tomorrow! Contact: Vincentz Network (Mareike Bäumlein); Tel: +49 (0)511 99 10 273; Fax: +49 (0)511 99 10 279; e-mail: mareike.baeumlein@coatings.de

Surfex 2008
3–4 June 2008, Harrogate International Centre, UK. SURFEX 2008 - Evolving Together - The UK Exhibition for the Surface Coatings, Printing Inks, Adhesives, Corrosion and Construction Communities. SURFEX is the ideal exhibition for any company involved in the coatings industry. Contact: Yvonne Waterman; Tel: +44 (0)20 8908 1086; Fax: +44 (0)20 8908 1219; e-mail: surfex@occa.org.uk

FATIPEC 2008 – New
9–11 June 2008, Ghent, Belgium. The theme of the 2008 congress will be: Recent Innovations and Future Challenges for the Coatings and Ink Industries. The Fatipec 2008 Congress is hosted by ATIPIC, the Belgian Association of Technicians in the Paint and Associated Industries. Contact: Fatipec Congress Secretariat; Tel: +32 2 512 4442; Fax: +32 2 512 4443; e-mail: info@destree.be

Food Contact Coatings
12–13 June 2008, Berlin, Germany. Contact: Vincentz Network, Ellen Wengerek; Tel: 49 511 9910-278; Fax:  49 511 9910-279; e-mail: ellen.wengerek@coatings.de

COSI 2008 – New
23–27 June 2008, Noordwijk, The Netherlands. The Coatings Science International Conference strives to become the leading European Conference on the Science and Technology of Coatings. Contact: Congress Office, Eindhoven University of Technology; Tel: 31 40 247 4000; e-mail: congressoffice@tue.nl

6th International Strategy Conference on Car Body Painting
26–27 June 2008, Berlin, Germany. Contact: Vincentz Network, Friederike Plasswich, Tel: 49 511 9910-274; Fax: 49 511 9910-279; e-mail: friederike.plasswich@coatings.de

NanoMaterials08
7–9 July 2008, Newcastle, UK. NanoMaterials08 will focus on the commercialisation of nanomaterials, rather than technology and theoretical benefits. Contact: Sponsorship & Exhibition Manager, Caroline Potapa, Tel: 44 (0)1372 802101; Fax: 44 (0)1372 802243; e-mail: caroline.potapa@pira-international.com; Conference Manager, Ben Eatwell, Tel: 44 (0)1372 802057; Fax: 44 (0)1372 802243; e-mail: ben.eatwell@nanocentral.eu.

Advances in Emulsion Polymerization and Latex Technology – New
4–8 August 2008, Davos, Switzerland. This course provides an in-depth study of the synthesis, characterization, and properties of high polymer latexes. The subject matter includes a balance of theory and practical problems. Contact: Dr. F. Joseph Schork, Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, Tel: 404 894 3274; Fax: 815 301 9729; e-mail: DavosCourse@gmail.com or fjschork@umd.edu

EuroCorr 2008
7–11 September 2008, Edinburgh, Scotland. The theme of EUROCORR 2008 is collaboration and synthesis of effort across disciplines. Contact: Congress Office, DECHEMA, Andrea Köhl; Tel: 49 (0)69 7564-235; Fax: 49 (0)69 7564-441; e-mail: koehl@dechema.de

CEPE Annual Conference & General Assembly 2008
24–26 September 2008, Berlin, Germany. Contact: Vincentz Network, Sandra Werner, Tel: 49 511 9910-271; Fax: 49 511 9910-279; e-mail: sandra.werner@coatings.de

Green Solvents - Progress in Science and Application – New
28 September–1 October 2008, Lake Constance, Friedrichshafen, Germany. The biannual conference series 'Green Solvents' has been established as an important international forum for the discussion of modern approaches to sustainable solution phase processes. Contact: DECHEMA, Barbara Feisst, Tel: 49 69 7564-333; Fax: 49 69 7564-441; e-mail: feisst@dechema.de

Eurocoat2008 – New
30 September–2 October 2008, Lyon, France. EUROCOAT is a trade event that encompasses both an Exhibition and a Technical and scientific conference dedicated to the paint, varnish, printing ink, glue and adhesive industry. For over fifteen years, UATCM (Union of Mediterranean Technicians' Associations), which includes Spanish, French and Italian associations, has enabled EUROCOAT to be an international event, held on an annual basis. More recently, Algeria, Portugal and Romania have joined the UATCM and widened the event's potential audience. Contact: Marie-Odile Barkallah, Conference organisation, Tel: 33 (0)1 4263-4591; e-mail: aftpva-mob@wanadii.fr

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American / Canadian Conferences / Exhibitions

RadTech UV&EB 2008
4–7 May 2008, Chicago, Illinois, USA. RadTech UV/EB 2008 is the World's Largest UV & EB Event. Contact: RadTech International, North America, Tel: 240 497 1243; Fax: 240 209 2337; e-mail: mickey@radtech.org

CPMA's 2008 International Color Pigments Conference – New
13–15 May 2008, Lincolnshire, Illinois, USA. The Color Pigments Manufacturers Association's (CPMA) 2008 International Color Pigments Conference, 'Color Matters - New Business and New Products in a Global Marketplace', will be held at the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort in Lincolnshire, IL. Contact: CPMA; Tel: 703 684 4044; Fax: 703 684 1795; e-mail: cpma@cpma.com

ECOAT 2008
14–16 May 2008, Indianapolis, USA. Contact: The Electrcoat Association; Tel: 816 496 2308; Fax: 513 527 8801; e-mail: kmcglothlin@electrocoat.org

American Coatings Conference
2–3 June 2008, Charlotte, NC, USA. Sponsored by the National Paint and Coatings Association (NPCA) and Vincentz Network, the American Coatings Conference will take the industry to 'The Next Level'. Contact: Vincentz Network, Friederike Plasswich, Tel: 49 511 9910-274; Fax: 49 511 9910-279; e-mail: friederike.plasswich@coatings.de

Advances in Emulsion Polymerization and Latex Technology – New
2–6 June 2008, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA. Advances in Emulsion Polymerization and Latex Technology is a course offered by the Emulsion Polymers Institute (EPI) at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania USA. Contact: Dr. Eric Daniels, Emulsion Polymers Institute, Tel: 610 758 3602; Fax: 610 758 5880; e-mail: eric.daniels@lehigh.edu

International Marine & Offshore Coatings Conference – New
16–18 June 2008, Virginia Beach, VA, USA. This convention provides an open forum for attendees to share their impressions and concerns about significant industry issues. Contact: NPCA, Dorothy Brawner, Tel: 202 462 6272; e-mail: dbrawner@paint.org

SUR/FIN 2008
16–18 June 2008, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. This major international conference and trade show provides the best venue in which to explore the newest technology and practical applications for surface finishing. Contact: Cheryl Clark, Tel: 1 202 580; 6292; e-mail: cclark@nasf.org

Powder Coating Forum
10–11 September 2008, Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Powder Coating Forum, formerly PC 101, is a 2-day educational seminar that will provide you with the basics of powder coating formulation and, for the first time this year, there will be a symposium with additional topics & real case studies, complete with a Powder Coatings Plant Tour! Contact: Toll Free: 1 888 530 6714

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Asian Conferences / Exhibitions

The 4th Dongguan International Coatings Fair – New
21–23 May 2008, Guangdong, China. Following the unceasing rising scale and reputation, the influence of the 'Dongguan International Exhibition on Coatings Industry' is increasing and receiving the professional enterprises' high recognition. Contact: visit the website for further information: http://worldtradeexpo.com.hk/

9th Asia Coatings Markets – New
22–23 May 2008, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Demand growth for coatings within Vietnam for the past year was a high 22% and it is expected to be just as strong this year. Elsewhere in Asia, coatings markets are also enjoying steady growth rates, how will these markets evolve next in view of the onset of the US recession? As environmental concerns gain importance worldwide, coatings and raw materials producers need to continually revamp their offerings to meet these 'green objectives'. What are the trends and options available for players to go 'green'? Explore these and more at CMT's 9th Asia Coatings Markets Conference. The conference continues to explore issues echoed by players and customers in the region. Contact: CMT events: Tel: 65 6345 5928; Fax: 65 6345 7322; e-mail: emily@cmtsp.com.sg

Asia Pacific Coatings Show 2008
24–26 June 2008, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Contact: Danielle Wolstencroft, Marketing and Conference Executive: Tel: +44 (0)1737 855360; e-mail: daniellewolstencroft@dmgworldmedia.com

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