Changes in the Approvals Process
In my article from the April 2013 issue of SPRAY titled “If You’re Planning on a Special Permit…Plan Early,” I explained some of the delays in processing Special Permit applications and some of the new …
Spray package material defects and their relationship with corrosion
Part I: Traditional aluminum aerosol containers Hello, everyone. There is no such thing as defect-free spray package materials. Thus, there are always potential concerns as to whether or not defects will contribute to or cause spray …
CARB looks to reduce greenhouse gases, CA pushes for ingredient disclosure
CARB The California Air Resources Board (CARB) released a concept paper on May 7 concerning a way to reduce greenhouse gases in a shorter time frame than by working on carbon dioxide reductions. CARB’s concept …
Blanton Whitmire, inventor of “crack and crevice” aerosol technology, passes away
Blanton Whitmire, whose contributions to the pest control industry include founding Whitmire Research Laboratories (a BASF legacy company) and developing the innovative “crack and crevice” aerosol technology, died on May 24. He was 97. A native …
BAMA appoints new Chief Executive
The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) has announced the appointment of Patrick Heskins as its new Chief Executive. He will take up post in the late summer 2015. He succeeds Dr John Morris, who is …
Banana Boat presents “The Best Summer Ever” with Great Big Family Reunion Sweepstakes
Energizer Personal Care, the makers of Banana Boat® sunscreen, announced the launch of the Best Summer Ever by celebrating with a Great Big Family Reunion. This summer, Banana Boat® is encouraging families big and small …
GRC launches Anti-Graffiti MarketPlace
The Graffiti Resource Council (GRC) launched a web-based MarketPlace featuring products, services and consultants related to the prevention and removal of graffiti vandalism. It is the only market place of its kind on the web, …
BAMA Awards are now open for entry
The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) announced that it is accepting entries for its 7th Annual Awards, which will be presented at the association's gala dinner on October 15. A total of £3000 ($4725) in cash prizes is …
APEAL: Steel package recycling reaches all time high
According to APEAL (the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging), 2013 saw the highest annual rate of steel packaging recycling in Europe to date. Seventy-five percent of steel packaging was recycled across Europe, a …
Precision Valve Corp. acquired by Peak Rock Capital Affiliate
An affiliate of Texas-based private equity firm Peak Rock Capital announced today that it has acquired aerosol valve and actuator manufacturer Precision Valve Holdings Corp. Terms of the deal were not immediately available. Founded in 1949 …