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PPG Industries began repairs at its Fresno, California flat glass facility, a $20-million project it announced last September.
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PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) today announced two executive appointments. Hervé Tiberghien, senior director, global human resources, will become vice president, human resources, effective Feb. 28 and report to PPG President and CEO Michael McGarry.
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The GANA Annual Conference is a three-day meeting that provides opportunities for discussion on topical issues affecting the industry.
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