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Safety isn't an option – it's built into every product we develop. 🛡️💙 As part of our robust approach to research and development, we implement safety checks at every step, ensuring that our packaging coatings innovation is a 100% proven, safe solution. From analyzing new chemistries against known safety data, to inviting independent third parties and regulators to conduct scientific analyses and toxicity assessments, we've got it covered from every angle. Learn more about our 9 steps to safety: https://lnkd.in/eDi-WTGk AkzoNobel Packaging Coatings. Safety through and through. #AkzoNobel #PackagingCoatings #SafetyThroughAndThrough #SafetyFirst #SafetyProtocols #CoatingsInnovation #LeadingSupplier

Safety isn't an option – it's built into every product we develop. 🛡️💙 As part of our robust approach to research and development, we implement safety checks at every step, ensuring that our packaging coatings innovation is a 100% proven, safe solution. From analyzing new chemistries against known safety data, to inviting independent third parties and regulators to conduct scientific analyses and toxicity assessments, we've got it covered from every angle. Learn more about our 9 steps to safety: https://lnkd.in/dQYwV9i5 AkzoNobel Packaging Coatings. Safety through and through. #AkzoNobel #PackagingCoatings #SafetyThroughAndThrough #SafetyFirst #SafetyProtocols #CoatingsInnovation #LeadingSupplier

Today we would like to introduce you to our cutting-edge solution for elevating safety standards in the food and cosmetics industry! 🍏💄  Our focus? Detectable high-performance Polymers that redefine safety protocols and set new industry benchmarks. 😎 🔍 Safety First: In an industry where even the smallest oversight can have unforeseeable consequences, we're committed to protecting consumers and preventing potential contamination.  💡 Innovative Approach: Our solution addresses a critical challenge – foreign bodies get in during the manufacturing process by processing machines. Metal and X-ray detectors play a crucial role in making this contaminants visible, ensuring a safer production environment. 🔄 Why Us? Our commitment goes beyond industry standards. We're here to protect your brand image, reduce risks, and ensure the highest level of safety in every product. 💪🏼🌟 Choose STASSKOL for a safer, more reliable production process. Let's build a future where safety is non-negotiable! 🌍🔐 More infos 👉 https://lnkd.in/eY3eEapV #safetyfirst #Innovation #qualityassurance #industryleadership #industry #polymers #engineering #material

"Necessity is the mother of invention, and regulations are a strong driver for change." 💡 We recently shared our proactive approach to navigating regulatory shifts in the metal packaging industry with Packaging Insights. At AkzoNobel, sustainability is in our DNA. 🧬 That’s why we’ve been addressing Materials of Concern (MoCs), such as bisphenols, by innovating our coatings with alternatives to bisphenol-based epoxy resins, such as acrylic, polyester, and polyolefin, since the late 2000s. These coatings not only meet safety standards but also align with evolving regulations, including the European Commission's draft regulation aimed at removing BPA and addressing future bisphenols. 🎬 Watch the full interview for more insights from our Industrial Coatings Marketing Director, Chris Bradford: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eYgDZ_XN #AkzoNobelPackagingCoatings #PackagingInsights #MetalPackaging #BPA #BPAFree #CoatingInnovation #SustainableCoatings #Regulations #Compliance

With new technologies and constant innovation, the regulatory environment around packaging coatings can be complex, and knowing how to navigate varying global policies can be a challenge. Sherwin-Williams can help you through it. Our vast regulatory and analytical experience helps us achieve regulatory compliance all over the world and guide the industry along the way. Watch this video to learn more about how we can help you select approved coatings, no matter where you sell your products: https://bit.ly/432nYjb #CoatingInnovations #RegulatoryExpertise #PackagingCoatings

In a rapidly evolving chemical landscape, we at Covestro embrace the lead, ensuring industrial hygiene stays paramount in coatings and adhesives manufacturing. 👨🔧🥽🔒 👁🗨 Just take a few minutes and enjoy reading this eye-opening interview with Robert Maleika, Head of Technical Product Management Isocyanates, where he emphasizes the importance of leveraging regulatory challenges as opportunities for innovation and safety: 👉https://lnkd.in/eDSbWeeG Maintaining a robust industrial hygiene program isn't just about compliance — it's about creating a safer, more sustainable industry. 🌍🍃💪 By integrating safety practices and innovative solutions, like the Desmodur® Ultra series by Covestro, we can strike the perfect balance between productivity and workforce well-being. Let's prioritize safety while driving #statusnext innovation! 👷👩🔬🙆♂️ #chemicalindustry #industrialhygiene #safetyfirst

Borchi® OXY-Coat high-performance catalyst #coatingadditives are #cobaltfree options that enhance overall performance in #alkyd coatings. ⬇ Learn more about the sustainability and regulatory benefits of switching to cobalt-free driers:

Companies often hesitate to embrace coating technologies due to concerns about using materials or chemicals that may not comply with recent environmental sustainability regulations. 🌿 The good news? There are coating technologies inherently considered "Green" as they steer clear of potentially harmful substances. PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) technologies are not only environmentally friendly, but also fully compliant with the stringent REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) standards. These standards are widely recognized as among the most rigorous in managing chemical substances and restricting hazardous materials in electronic products. 🔬 Compliance with REACH ensures the safe use of chemicals, while RoHS compliance guarantees that electronic products adhere to strict restrictions on hazardous substances. Both play a pivotal role in reducing environmental and health risks. Embracing sustainable coating technologies isn't just about compliance; it's a commitment to a greener future. Companies can now adopt coating processes that align with the highest standards of sustainability and environmental responsibility. 🌍 Because there's no innovation without respect. #Kenosistec #PVDGreenEvolution #PVD #PVDCoating #SustainableCoating #EnvironmentalResponsibility #PVDTechnology #Reach #Rosh

So, once a manufacturer has identified PFAS in their product and supply chain, what are the next steps? In this Manufacturing Dive article, Assent expert Cally Edgren shares where to start with addressing PFAS once it’s been found: https://bit.ly/4375YnS

Revealing the Creative Chemistry of HMG PAINTS: Overcoming Regulatory Boundaries Paul Shepard gave his final presentation where HMG PAINTS discussed their creative approach to paint manufacture. It started with comprehension of the client needs and ongoing research into new raw materials. This inventiveness is deeply rooted in the regulatory framework, with a special emphasis on EU standards like REACH, CLP, and BPR. The company focused on adhering to EU laws prior to Brexit, but managing both EU and UK-specific standards became more difficult in the post-Brexit environment. Treaty articles serve as the foundation for legislative guidance, which influences EU decision-making. HMG PAINTS balances compliance in Northern Ireland which is part of both the UK and the EU while scrupulously adhering to EU regulations. The talk covered the intricacies of Poison Centres, which are organisations designated by EU member states to gather data on potentially dangerous mixes. Data submission is required from importers and users, and product labels must include a Unique Formula Identifier. The explanation of paint's composition which consists of resin, solvent, pigment, and additives linked to the importance of REACH, a chemical legislation that requires pre-registration and ensures the safety of human health and the environment. The Globally Harmonised System , which offers recommendations for safe chemical handling with the aim of achieving worldwide alignment, was also discussed. HMG PAINTS demonstrates their focus to safety and compliance while navigating this complex regulatory environment, which reflects their commitment to maintaining high standards in the fast-paced world of chemical manufacture.