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COATINGSPRO SEPTEMBER 2016 13 system for the building materials market. In turn, BASF will invest in the construction of a new Aspen manufac- turing plant and become a base load customer for Aspen's capacity expan- sion. Meanwhile, the joint development agreement establishes a framework to develop new aerogel products and technologies. It will give BASF targeted access to Aspen's technology platform, while Aspen will gain access to BASF's technical expertise, sales channels, and financial resources. For more informa- tion, contact: BASF, (973) 246-6000, www.basf.com; Aspen Aerogels, (508) 691-1111, www.aerogel.com Reader Inquiry #4598 Next Geosolutions Analyzes Pipeline Inspection Activities Next Geosolutions, an independent geoscience and engineering service provider, is sharing lessons learned from its involvement in Trans- Mediterranean pipeline inspection activities. In 2014, Next Geosolutions completed the first of a two-campaign project of nearshore survey and inspec- tion works of the Trans-Mediterranean pipeline, a natural gas pipeline system running from A lgeria via Tunisia to Sicily, and then to mainland Italy. Francesco Fevola, commercial manager at Next Geosolutions, says his company investigated the overall asset integ- rity of the pipelines and identified potential points of weakness that required further inspection repair and maintenance actions, such as free spans and coating cracks. e second campaign, due to be carried out by Next Geosolutions in September 2016, will involve further geophysical surveys and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) inspections in the nearshore sections. For more information, contact: Next Geosolutions, +39 081 6100747, www.nextgeosolutions.com Reader Inquiry #4599 HoldTight Solutions Introduces Ken Rossy Surface preparation leader HoldTight Solutions, Inc. announced Ken Rossy as the company's vice president of sales and marketing. Rossy brings 25 years of corrosion prevention experience to the business. Prior to HoldTight, Rossy held the same title at A-76 Technologies, where he was responsi- ble for managing sales and marketing teams. During his time at A-76, Rossy also managed distributors and collabo- rated with the executive team to build brand recognition and maximize the value of the company. "Ken brings in-depth knowledge of the practical problems facing applicators of coatings and linings, as well as knowledge of distributors of products and equip- ment that serve applicators and their customers," says Peter Petkas, presi- dent of HoldTight Solutions. For more information, contact: HoldTight, (800) 319-8802, www.holdtight.com Reader Inquiry #4600 Gaco's Coated Foam System Passes Severe Hail Tests Gaco Western announced that its newly developed GacoRoofFoam F2733 spray-applied polyurethane foam coated with GacoFlex S2100 Cleanable Solvent-Free Silicone Coating assembly has successfully passed Severe Hail testing by FM Approvals. e roof assembly meets testing for hail, wind uplift, corrosion, foot traffic, leakage resistance, and accelerated weather- ing, the company says, adding that it is the only reflective silicone assembly THICKNESS MEASUREMENT OF PROTECTIVE COATINGS Coating Thickness Material Analysis Microhardness Material Testing (860)683-0781 www.fischer-technology.com info@fischer-technology.com Robust, fast and reliable For ships, bridges, off-shore plat- forms, pipelines and structures Measures in accordance with SSPC-PA2, IMO-PSPC and others From basic "readings only" to stats and detailed inspection plans Surface Profile Measurement Easy and affordable ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Accurate and precise measurement of coating thick- ness with the Fischer FMP Series Wr i te in Re ad e r In q u ir y #135