Maguire recently partnered with Sherwin-Williams to recoat the interior of an elevated water storage tank in Hitchcock, Texas. This project was the first time in which the newly NSF 61/600-approved Sherplate 600 potable water epoxy coating was applied since its certification for use on water storage tanks.

Alan Thomas, the new CEO of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), outlines his priorities for the organization over the coming years. As part of an extended interview, Thomas explains why his leadership strategy with both members and staff will be driven by results.

Saulnier Floors, Inc. began operations in 1951 as a hardwood flooring specialist near Boston, Mass. While remaining family owned, the company has grown from a two-man shop to what is now the largest flooring company in Boston’s North Shore.

Now that state legalization efforts are sweeping the country, many employers find themselves stuck in the weeds as they work to navigate cannabis in the workplace. Employers may have more flexibility than they think, depending on their unique business circumstances.

As an investigation continues into the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse in Pittsburgh, Pa., the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is asking authorities to review inspection reports and identify incomplete follow-up actions for bridges made of uncoated weathering steel.

The U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center patented its process for applying a “smart” fiberoptic system between a metal surface and its protective coating, which they believe can detect the beginnings of corrosion at the microscopic level.

Brunno Batista, worldwide brand ambassador and social media influencer, shares his perspective on how the roofing industry has evolved over his decades in the business.

What should you do when you can’t find the talent you need? It is time for businesses, including coatings contractors, to rethink traditional staffing options. The key can be making the most of the staff you have and to augment them with outside resources and technology.

Our latest class of Contractor Awards winners were recognized across seven categories during the 2023 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo, which took place in Denver, Colo.

Sonny Arwood, president and CEO of Ohio-based Fluid Applied Roofing, spoke with us about key trends and market insights. With experience as a contractor, manufacturer, and in growing his own business, Arwood shares useful perspective and lessons learned over his long career.