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CHICAGO, April 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven Summits Research issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for FCX, SNDK, SWN, LIZ, and PPG. To see what our analysts have discovered about these stocks read the Seven Summits Strategic Investments' PriceWatch Alerts at http://www.iotogo.com/s/040412A (Note: You may have to copy this link into your browser then press the [ENTER] key.) Today's PriceWatch Alerts cover the following stocks: Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold (NYSE: FCX), SanDisk...
MONTREAL, April 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Argex Mining Inc. (Argex) (TSXV: RGX) (FSE: ASV) (OTCBB: ARGEF) announced today that it has entered into a technical collaboration agreement (the Agreement) with PPG Industries (NYSE: PPG) to develop and optimize PPG's technology for Titanium Dioxide (TiO(2)) pigment for paints and coatings applications to be produced by Argex, intended to make Argex's TiO2 pigment compatible with various end-use applications for PPG. Terms were not disclosed....
NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PPG Porter Paints today announced the launch of the Nashville Color Collection, a new palette of 75 colors representing the significant shades of the Nashville landscapes. Encompassing Nashville's bright, lively cityscapes and the incredible shades of the southern seasons, the palette combines the neutral colors found in traditional bungalows with the bold shades of the area's modern communities. The Nashville Color Collection brings...
PITTSBURGH, Feb. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PPG Pittsburgh Paints® today announced the release of its first mobile application (app), The Voice of Color®, which gives homeowners an intuitive, on-the-go color resource. The free app not only showcases the entire Voice of Color collection, but is the first to allow homeowners to order 8"x12" sample color sheets that can be shipped directly to their homes right from the app itself free of charge. The new app ties directly into PPG...
LIMA, Ohio, Dec. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MetoKote Corporation announced today that Jeffrey J. Oravitz has been promoted by the company's Board of Directors to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Oravitz replaces former President and Chief Executive Officer DeWayne Pinkstaff, who has left the company after many years of dedicated service. The company also announced the appointment of Robert E. Lee to the position of Executive...
ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) welcomes 11 new members and affiliates for the 4th quarter of 2011. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100811/NACDLOGO) "As the economy improves, so too does chemical distribution. We are excited to welcome these 11 new members and affiliates to the NACD. Each new member enhances our mission in many ways through each company's involvement in the distribution,...
PITTSBURGH, Oct. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The return to strong color gains momentum this year, according to PPG Porter Paints®' color forecast for home decor in 2012-2013. Homeowners reluctant in the past will take the leap into deep and vivid hues this year. On a quest for intensity, they will inject their decor with deep indigos like Blue Tang, saturated reds like Rum Punch, big purples like Grape Juice and almost-neon yellows like Citrus Spice, just four of the 20 key colors presented...
GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on the Glass Fibers markets. The global market for glass fibers is projected to exceed 8.5 million tons by the year 2017, driven by recovery in the global economy and improving prospects in various end-use markets, specifically construction and automotive. Technological advancements and material improvements, and enormous potential in Asia countries, particularly China and India, are likely to foster further growth in the glass...
PITTSBURGH, July 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PPG Industries (NYSE: PPG) announced today that it has been selected by CIO Magazine as a 2011 CIO 100 Award recipient for innovative application and use of information technology. The award recognizes technology created by the PPG Architectural Finishes business to enable consumers to digitally select a paint color for their home. PPG was awarded the honor for its ColorClix digital platform from the Olympic paint brand. ColorClix was created to...
PITTSBURGH, July 12, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you ever been reluctant to start a painting project because of the time commitment of all the steps involved in the process? Now, Olympic Paint is making it easy for consumers to tackle painting projects with Olympic ONE Interior Paint, a super premium paint and primer engineered for exceptional quality and durability - critical factors when it comes to tackling home improvement projects. Olympic ONE Interior Paint is backed by a lifetime...
