PLZ Corp. appoints Gary Hendrickson Interim CEO
PLZ Corp ("PLZ"), an independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer based in Downers Grove, IL, announced the appointment of Gary Hendrickson as interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Hendrickson’s appointment follows the departure of CEO …
Update on Canada’s hazardous chemicals regulatory initiatives
CEPA one step closer to becoming Canadian law On June 9, the Senate Standing Committee on Energy, the Environment & Natural Resources completed its review of Bill S-5 and voted to strengthen it before returning it …
Returning to normal through global collaboration
The COVID-19 pandemic presented a number of new challenges for all of us. For many, one of the minor challenges was working from home for the first time. While I know several of you reading …
Corrosion control is a process, not a one-time event
Hello, everyone. Corrosion prevention and control for all types of spray packaging is a continuous process and not a one-time event. The risk of corrosion is always greater than zero and the risk could be as …
Regulatory Issues
California Air Resources Board The Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Consumer Product Regulation in California was amended in March 2021. On Aug. 1, 2022, the Amendments were approved by the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) and filed …
Tense mood among German aluminum aerosol can manufacturers
Exploding gas prices worry the industry Deliveries to Germany still stable in the first half of 2022 Deliveries of aluminum aerosol cans and tubes to the German market still developed satisfactorily in the first half of 2022, …
Fekkai launches Clean Stylers Collection with Honeywell Solstice propellant
FEKKAI launched a line of three new aerosol styling products with styling and treatment benefits—the Clean Stylers Collection. The collection utilizes Honeywell Solstice Propellant technology, which is nonflammable, non-ozone-depleting, VOC-exempt (U.S. EPA and CARB), with …
SCC elects 2023 Executive Officers & Area Directors
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) is pleased to announce the organization’s 2023 Board of Directors. They arethe governing body focused on the mission, strategy, and goals of the Society and are responsible for representing …
Mist:Understood expands Container coursework
Mist:Understood has expanded its container coursework, launching: Aerosol Containers Certification: Containers 101, 102, & 103 This learning path provides a basic understanding of both the practical and technical aspects of Aerosol containers. It combines three courses: Aerosol …
Formulated Solutions appoints two new VPs
Contract development and manufacturing organization Formulated Solutions, Largo, FL, has hired two new VPs. Dan Tummillo – VP Quality & Regulatory According to Formulated Solutions, Tummillo is a hands-on leader with over 35 years of progressive leadership …