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Axalta Coating Systems has acquired U-POL Australia Pty Ltd and its affiliated entities.
These businesses will now operate under the umbrella of U-POL Ltd UK at Axalta.
For close to 30 years, U-POL Australia Pty Ltd and U-POL New Zealand Ltd have been exclusive importers of U-POL products, including the RAPTOR Coatings brand, into the Australian and New Zealand markets.
U-POL's portfolio of…
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Castrol, an Indian lubricant producer, has announced expansion of its portfolio into the Auto Care segment, with a variety of products.
The new range of products include, Castrol Chain Cleaner, Castrol Chain Lube, Castrol 3-in-1 Shiner, Castrol 1-Step Polishing Compound and Castrol Anti-Rust Lubricant Spray. The company said it will continue to explore inclusion of other Auto Care products to…
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Motorex has released its Moto Shine MS1 gloss spray, which is suitable for plastic, chrome or other painted surfaces, and which has a new can and new aroma.
The company said Moto Shine MS1 gloss spray "refreshes plastics and colours, forms an antistatic drop repellant effect".
The spray features a new cherry aroma, a new can allowing the user to spray upside down, compatibility with all…
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Aerosol specialist Samurai 2k Aerosol is a producer of automotive aerosol products, focusing on high-performance coating for the automated refinishing and refurbishment market.
Its 2K-In-a-can Aerosol Spray System is one of the company's most in-demand products, because of the use of hardener and paints in the same product. This two-in-one spray gives the best results, according to Digital…
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Steve Brass, who has served as WD-40’s president and chief operating officer (COO) since 2019, will become the company’s new CEO, effective 1 September.
WD-40’s current CEO, Garry Ridge, will retire from the company on 31 August as part of a planned leadership transition.
Brass previously held the role of division president, Americas, and chief brand officer before he was named…
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The winners of the European Aerosol Federation (FEA) Global Aerosol Awards 2021 have been revealed.
Suppliers, fillers, brand owners, and retailers were encouraged to present the innovative aerosol products they have launched on the market between July 2019 and June 2021. The jury panel chose the winning entries across five categories: Innovative Product, Packaging Element Design, Product…
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B’laster Holdings has acquired Casite, a globally distributed brand of premium maintenance chemicals and innovative tyre repair products.
Casite is best known for Motor Honey™ oil and maintenance treatments and EZ Connect Tire Repair™ – an emergency tyre inflator and leak sealer.
“Casite fits perfectly with our focus on repair-it-yourself brands that solve real-world problems in…
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BikeMaster has launched new aerosol cleaning products and lubricants for motorcycles, UTVs and dirt bikes.
Based in Texas, US, BikeMaster’s new performance chemicals are suited for use on bikes that operate in environments with heat, road grime, dirt and mud. The new offering includes contact cleaner, penetrating gel lubricant, brake cleaner, chain wax, and dirt defence aerosols, resulting…
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B’laster, the company behind PB B’laster, a top-selling product used to loosen rusted or frozen parts, has launched a new aerosol surface protectant.
The professional-grade Surface Shield Rust Protectant offers corrosion protection for up to two years; uniform surface build to eliminate the ‘peaks and valleys’ that allow moisture to creep in and cause rust; non-toxic, low volatile…
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PLZ Aeroscience Corporation has acquired Champion Brands, a leading manufacturer of speciality lubricants for the automotive and industrial markets.
With this acquisition, aerosol and liquid product manufacturer PLZ expands its full-service automotive and industrial offering, positioning the firm to better serve its customer with a comprehensive suite of aerosol and non-aerosol…
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A new aerosol vehicle paint touch-up spray has been launched in the US.
AutomotiveTouchup, headquartered in New Orleans, offers custom-formulated, precisely-matched paint, as well as all of the supporting materials to touch-up paint at home. The company’s three-step process involves a sandable primer, basecoat colour and a clear coat.
The firm’s website features an easy guide for…
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CRC Industries is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its flagship brand, CRC Brakleen®, the original aerosol brake parts cleaner.
CRC, a global manufacturer of speciality products and formulations for maintenance and repair professionals and do-it-yourselfers, launched Brakleen in 1971 and it has since become one of the most well-known brands in the sector, the company said.
As far back…
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US industrial and automotive aerosol manufacturer B’laster has acquired the AC Avalanche division from TSI Products, based in Texas.
AC Avalanche manufactures recharging systems for automotive air conditioners. With this acquisition, B’laster nearly doubles its revenue.
Randy Pindor, president and COO of B’laster, said: “The acquisition of AC Avalanche strengthens our portfolio of…
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A woman in Fife, Scotland, has shared an urgent warning about the dangers of leaving aerosol cans in hot vehicles following an incident.
Claire Hogg told Edinburgh Live she had not realised how dangerous an aerosol can combined with rising temperatures could be “until it was too late”. Hogg’s car windscreen shattered after a can of Xtreme Tyre, which is used to repair tyre punctures,…
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James Briggs, one of the largest consumer chemicals businesses in Europe, has been bought by Rochdale, UK-based Tetrosyl.
The company, which is based in Oldham, Greater Manchester, was founded in 1830. It has the capacity to distribute up to 150 million aerosols and 30 million litres of product annually, Insider Media reports.
James Briggs was previously owned by private equity investor…
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Aerosol dispensing expert Lindal Group has marked its 60th anniversary by hosting a series of exclusive celebratory events with its 1,200 employees.
In the run up to the company’s anniversary on 7 June, members of staff from its 14 international locations have taken part in events to acknowledge their loyalty and diligence within the family-run business. Local celebrations also took place…
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The Aerosol & Dispensing Forum (ADF) and Packaging of Perfume, Cosmetics & Design (PCD) New York is a once-a-year, one-location opportunity for professionals from every corner of the industry to gain knowledge and solve problems. It's a highly efficient forum for establishing relationships that bring teams together, improve product sourcing time and ultimately increase…
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Twenty-seven winners have been selected as recipients of a coveted 2019 AmeriStar Award, a prestigious design award for the packaging industry, produced by IoPP, The Institute of Packaging Professionals.
A roster of 12 judges from various segments of the packaging industry evaluated this year’s entries in person, examining package innovation, product protection, economics, performance,…
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