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AMPP Named Michio Kaku as Annual Conference Keynote Speaker
Sherwin-Williams won the Vaaler Award for CUI-mitigation coatings
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance
The international paints and coatings manufacturer Sherwin-
(AMPP) has announced that Michio Kaku will be the keynote
Williams has won the Vaaler Award with its new line of Heat-
speaker at its upcoming annual conference and exposition. He
Flex® CUI-mitigation coatings.
will address the topic “The Impact of AI on the Workforce” during
The reward was granted thanks to the ability to mitigate the
his presentation, scheduled for March 4th 2024 at the Great Hall A
dangerous condition of corrosion under insulation (CUI). Among
of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans (United
all currently available coating formulations that have been
States of America). “We are honoured to have Michio Kaku as
tested, the Heat-Flex® ACE (Advanced CUI Epoxy) offers the
our 2024 conference keynote speaker. His extensive expertise in
best performance in mitigating CUI. The ultra-high-solids epoxy
the realms of science and futurism, coupled with his adeptness
novolac features a functional chemical enhancement for CUI
at conveying complex ideas in an accessible manner, positions
mitigation. In addition, the Heat-Flex 650, Heat-Flex 750 and
him perfectly for our event. Attendees can anticipate a thought-
Heat-Flex 1200 Plus feature a high concentration of micaceous
provoking and engaging address that explores the future of work
iron oxide (MIO) pigment for significantly improved CUI-
in the era of artificial intelligence, seamlessly integrating insights
mitigation performance.
relevant to the corrosion prevention and coatings protection
“CUI is a lurking danger in any petrochemical plant that could
industries,” has stated Alan Thomas CEO of AMPP.
potentially lead to catastrophic events. In the interest of safety,
Kaku is the author of five New York Times bestsellers and has
we are constantly looking for new ways to address the problem
been recognised as “one of the most influential physicists in the
and have developed surprisingly effective options with the new
world today” by Academic Influence. His weekly science radio
range of Heat-Flex CUI-mitigation coatings. To be awarded for
program reaches audiences in 100 cities nationwide, including
these efforts is an honour, as well as a testament to our product
hosting numerous science specials on networks such as the
development and research teams, which continue to seek new
Discovery Channel and BBC-TV as well as popular programs
and better ways to combat CUI,” has stated Neil Wilds, Global
such as the David Letterman Show.
Product Director CUI at Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine.
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The Hempel foundation celebrates its 75th anniversary The international supplier of paints and coatings Hempel celebrates
shows us that we can make a difference by doing what we do best:
the 75th anniversary of the Hempel Foundation.
deliver trusted solutions that protect assets, beautify spaces and
Over 7,500 Hempel collaborators are celebrating the 75
enhance lives,” has commented Michael Hansen, Group President
anniversary of the Hempel Foundation, founded in 1948 by J.C.
and CEO of Hempel A/S.
Hempel with the aim of ensuring the future development of his
The Hempel Foundation has laid the foundations for a world-
company, Hempel A/S. The Hempel Foundation drives change
leading education, research and innovation centre at the Technical
on some of the world’s most pressing issues. For example, last
University of Denmark, in order to make coatings and surface
year it spent €21 million on philanthropic activities in the areas of
protection more effective and sustainable. In addition, Hempel
Education, Biodiversity and Science.
experts are invited each year to participate in an ‘iWitness tour’ to
“By working at Hempel, all colleagues contribute to the work of the
experience the Foundation’s global work firsthand.
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Hempel Foundation through their daily work. The Foundation’s work is a great source of pride and inspiration for all of us at Hempel. It
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