Finding the right
supplier is key
This issue is dedicated to Coatings World’s International Buyers’ Guide, an annual listing of companies offering pigments, resins, additives, sol- vents and oils as well as laboratory and production equipment to the
paint and coatings industry. If you are a formulator, the information here can
serve as a starting point and an invaluable asset in your search for suppliers
to serve your formulation needs, particularly in today’s business environment
where supply issues are in constant need of attention.
Keep this issue close at hand throughout the next year, as it can provide
you with raw material and equipment providers, contacts, web site addresses
and e-mail details. You can also search our online database at our website
CoatingsWorld.com.
Finding the right supplier and developing a relationship with them could
be the key to unlocking formulation challenges that could be blocking growth
opportunities. In today’s tough economy finding the right supplier can be the
key to success.
Don’t underestimate the value of a good supplier. Not only can a good supplier provide essential materials and/or equipment, but they can be a tremendous source of product, formulation and manufacturing information. Good
luck in your search and let us know if we can be of any assistance.
Should your company be in our Buyers’ Guide?
If your company makes products used to formulate, produce or test paint and
coatings, you can be included in the next print edition of Coatings World’s International Buyer’s Guide (September 2012). To be included in both the print
edition and online, send us your contact details, including company name and
the name of the person who is the appropriate contact, along with phone, fax
and e-mail address to:
Coatings World International Buyers’ Guide
E-mail: twright@rodpub.com
70 Hilltop Road, Suite 3000
Ramsey, NJ/USA 07446
Fax: 201-825-0553
Qualified companies will be sent a link to create a company profile online. I
look forward to hearing from you.
TWRIGHT@RODPUB.COM
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