CoatingsPRO Magazine

Russell Raad, president of “one-stop shop” Abrasives Inc., shares his unique insights regarding marketplace trends, changes, and regulatory impacts. Other topics in this interview include challenges related to the surface preparation of industrial coatings jobs; strategies to incorporate feedback from contractors and end users; and an outlook for the future.

Common jobsite situations in which using a supplied-air respirator (SAR) is either suggested or required include contaminated environments where the air could or would otherwise be harmful; inadequate oxygen level environments; and confined space entry, where there are atmospheric hazards.

Meghan Barrera, business director for the Allied Products refinishing brand at paints and coatings manufacturer PPG, explains how she and her team are working to develop practical solutions that help body shops grapple with technician shortages, higher productivity expectations, and a growing need for sustainable practices.

Kaveh Meghdadpour, an executive with Crown Polymers, shares his perspective on industry trends and pain points within floor coatings. In this conversation from our podcast series, the Crown Polymers executive shares several strategies that can potentially address both concerns and opportunities over the years ahead.