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#PolyCon19 PDP Offers Courses on the Flexibility and Rigidity of PolyurethaneContinuing the five-part series regarding the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry’s 62nd Annual Polyurethanes Technical Conference, this entry highlights courses PU 102A: Flexible Polyurethane Market Overview, and PU 102B: Rigid Polyurethane Foam Market Overview. These courses offer in-depth discussion and hands-on instruction for both polyurethane veterans and industry newcomers. Learn more.
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News Sep 23, 2019 U.S. Specialty Chemical Markets Rebounded in August During August, the overall specialty chemicals volume index was up 0.8 percent on a year-over-year (Y/Y) 3MMA basis.
Reports and Studies Sep 21, 2019 Special Research Study: Comparison of Water Pipe Installation Lengths and Costs in Wisconsin: Madison, Milwaukee, Kenosha, and Waukesha ACC retained BCC Research to investigate and compare municipal water supply pipe (i.e., pressure main) costs in four communities in Wisconsin.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 21, 2019 Plastic Pipes: Finding the Right Solution for Fixing Our Nation's Water Infrastructure System These systems are nearing the end of their life spans and must be fixed.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 21, 2019 FACTS: Water Infrastructure and Open Competition H.R. 5310 would ensure that federally funded infrastructure projects require open, competitive bidding procedures for all materials.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 21, 2019 WI Study Reveals Cost Savings Much of the United States’ water infrastructure systems were built decades if not a hundred years ago or more.
Infographics and Fact Sheets Sep 19, 2019 Infographic What Are Plastics-to-Fuel Technologies and How Should They Be Regulated Innovative manufacturers are converting post-use plastics into valuable fuels, petroleum products and chemical feedstocks.
News Sep 18, 2019 ICCA and UN Environment Host Symposium on Plastic Waste in China The global challenge of responsibly managing plastic waste requires a concerted action by all stakeholders.
News Sep 16, 2019 Congressman Buddy Carter Receives Champion of Chemistry Award Today, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) recognized Congressman Buddy Carter (GA-01) for his efforts to support the business of chemistry in Georgia.
News Sep 14, 2019 California Packaging Recycling Legislation Stalls We urge the Legislature to continue working on this issue and address key issues such as the need for funding to expand and improve the state’s recycling infrastructure.
News Sep 13, 2019 ACC Welcomes Proposed Changes to Freight Rail Policies We applaud the members of the STB for their thoughtful leadership and commitment to getting our nation’s freight rail policies back on track.
News Sep 11, 2019 ACC Supports Extension of Chemical Security Regulations The long-term security of our nation is a goal and a commitment that we all share.
Letters Sep 11, 2019 U_S_ House of Representatives, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change ACC supports a long-term reauthorization of the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program.
Letters Sep 11, 2019 Group Letter in Support of the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act Letter to Congress regarding Support for the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2019 (S. 2137 and H.R. 3962).
