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National Hardware Show Registration Now Open for the 79th Annual Show in March in Las Vegas

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Monday, January 15, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Hardware Show (NHS), the premier event for the hardware and home improvement industry, is thrilled to announce that registration is NOW OPEN for its 79th annual trade show. Complete with new exhibitor categories, industry leading influencers to tell stories LIVE from the show floor, programs tailored to professional contractors and a myriad of immersive, educational and engaging experiences to help business thrive for all attendees. Get excited for the industry's premier gathering that blends top-notch brands, immersive experiences, riveting insights and unbeatable networking opportunities at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall March 26 to 28. Schedule of events HERE.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Hardware Show (NHS) , the premier event for the hardware and home improvement industry, is thrilled to announce that registration is NOW OPEN for its 79th annual trade show.
  • Attendees can expect a diverse showcase of products and services shaping the future of the industry.
  • The NHS Backyard is the National Hardware Show's home for all things lawn, garden, farm, ranch, outdoor living, and grilling.
  • This collaboration taps into the vibrant and exciting offerings of Las Vegas, allowing attendees to experience the best the city has to offer.

3D Systems Receives FDA Clearance for NextDent® Base

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

NextDent Base is the third generation of the company’s denture base material for 3D printing and has excellent mechanical properties including high break resistance, and accurate and repeatable printability.

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  • NextDent Base is the third generation of the company’s denture base material for 3D printing and has excellent mechanical properties including high break resistance, and accurate and repeatable printability.
  • NextDent Base is truly comparable to conventional denture materials and provides patients with long-lasting, impact-resistant dentures.
  • Using NextDent Base as part of 3D Systems’ digital dental workflow is helping drive new levels of speed, productivity, efficiency, and precision while also providing opportunities to improve the patient experience.
  • “With the clearance of NextDent Base, we continue to add to our portfolio of dental 3D printing materials that are enabling dental laboratories and clinics to address a wide range of applications.

Revolutionizing Digital Dentistry: PRO-Craft Unveils Innovative AI and Micro-CT Scanning Technology

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Monday, November 6, 2023

MURRIETA, Calif., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PRO-Craft Dental Laboratory is on the cutting edge of digital dentistry transformation, introducing its newest incorporation of AI Technology and Micro CT Scanner that's set to revolutionize dental practices, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.

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  • Our incorporation of AI and micro-CT scanning signifies our commitment to pioneering advanced solutions that redefine the conventional paradigms of dental restorations.
  • However, as technology surges forward, the legacy of plaster models fades, making room for the precision and efficiency of the digital era.
  • "Our incorporation of AI and micro-CT scanning signifies our commitment to pioneering advanced solutions that redefine the conventional paradigms of dental restorations."
  • Since the groundbreaking study by Korean researchers in 2017, which underscored the efficacy of micro-CT scanning, PRO-Craft has ingeniously integrated this technology.

Biogennix Launches OsteoSPAN Fiber Matrix

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Irvine-based Biogennix , an osteobiologics company that develops, manufactures, and distributes proprietary bone graft products used for bone fusion procedures, today announced the launch of its new OsteoSPAN Fiber Matrix.

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  • Irvine-based Biogennix , an osteobiologics company that develops, manufactures, and distributes proprietary bone graft products used for bone fusion procedures, today announced the launch of its new OsteoSPAN Fiber Matrix.
  • OsteoSPAN Fiber Matrix is also processed to provide rapid, consistent hydration and fluid retention while resisting irrigation.
  • The OsteoSPAN Fiber Matrix is moldable and cohesive when hydrated with blood or bone marrow, and expands to conform irregular bone voids.
  • “OsteoSPAN Fiber Matrix is Biogennix’ first allograft product,” said Biogennix CTO Mark Borden.

Latest news - Next CULT Committee meetings on 27-28 November - Committee on Culture and Education

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

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Press release - Exposure to asbestos: MEPs adopt law to protect workers more robustly

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Lower level of exposure

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  • Lower level of exposure
    The law aims to reduce exposure to asbestos fibres to the lowest possible level.
  • The new rules also include new requirements to protect workers more robustly.
  • These new rules on asbestos drastically reduce the level of asbestos that workers are exposed to, protecting them from the dangerous carcinogen.
  • It is by far the biggest cause of work-related cancer: 78% of occupational cancers recognised in EU member states are related to asbestos exposure.

GA-214 Levels of Finish for Gypsum Panel Products Translated into both Spanish and French

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, the Gypsum Association (GA) has translated GA-214-2021 Levels of Finish for Gypsum Panel Products and its companion Quick Reference Guide (QRG) into both French and Spanish.

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  • SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, the Gypsum Association (GA) has translated GA-214-2021 Levels of Finish for Gypsum Panel Products and its companion Quick Reference Guide (QRG) into both French and Spanish.
  • GA-214, also known as "Levels of Finish" has provided technical guidance for the finishing and decoration of gypsum panels since the 1990s.
  • The QRG was introduced in 2017 as a supplement to GA-214 because it summarizes the levels finish from 0 through 5 and can be easily referenced on the jobsite.
  • The Gypsum Association is in its 93rd year of service as the technical, promotion, and information center of the gypsum industry.

Global Interior Architectural Coatings Markets,, 2022-2023 & 2028: Asia-Pacific Stands as the Largest Market with China Spearheading Growth

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Monday, September 18, 2023

DUBLIN, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global interior architectural coatings market has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a size of US$ 46.6 Billion in 2022. Looking ahead, industry experts anticipate robust growth, with the market poised to reach US$ 59.3 Billion by 2028, reflecting a commendable growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% during the period spanning from 2023 to 2028.

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  • The "Interior Architectural Coatings Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2023-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • DUBLIN, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global interior architectural coatings market has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a size of US$ 46.6 Billion in 2022.
  • Interior architectural coatings play a pivotal role in the meticulous management of interior spaces within buildings, taking into account a myriad of construction facets.
  • What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global interior architectural coatings market?

SPECIFIED TECHNOLOGIES INC. ANNOUNCES UPDATES TO HIGHLY POPULAR FIRESTOPPING WALL CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

SOMERVILLE, N.J., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Specified Technologies Inc. (STI), a leading firestop, smoke, and sound building products manufacturer, has announced the release of the all-new TTG with Ultra-Sealing Foam.

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  • SOMERVILLE, N.J., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Specified Technologies Inc. (STI), a leading firestop, smoke, and sound building products manufacturer, has announced the release of the all-new TTG with Ultra-Sealing Foam.
  • TTG is an innovative construction material that eliminates the need for firestop sealants or sprays by allowing contractors to firestop as the wall is constructed.
  • TTG can be cut to length with scissors or a sharp knife and installed quickly with no waste.
  • Documentation and specifications for the new TTG are available in the following location: TTG Track Top Gasket | STI Firestop .

Yanggu, China: "Small Wall Painting" Leading Rural "Great Civilization"

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

"Wow, the sunflowers on this wall are beautifully painted! "

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  • "Wow, the sunflowers on this wall are beautifully painted! "
  • At dusk on July 13th, in Suhai Village, Dabu Township, Yanggu County, Shandong Province, a group of children who returned from summer vacation were standing around the wall painting and admiring.
  • Night has arrived, and on the brightly lit square in Suhai Village, the team members are tracing the rural scenery while three elementary school students are watching intently.
  • Villages become colorful due to wall paintings, and culture becomes vivid due to wall paintings.