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The government awarded the resurfacing contract to Virginia-based Atlantic Industrial Coatings, without going through a full bidding process.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

Court documents indicate that the company, San Diego Powder & Protective Coatings, often worked with military agencies as a subcontractor, including at the time of the raid in March.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025

Recently, the firm has worked with UK-based Teer Coatings to test a product that could be applied to satellite components including gears and bearings used in various moving parts.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2024

Coatings can be applied to glass and porcelain to ensure water droplets easily slide off, preventing fog or bacterial films from developing, for example.

From Science Daily • Nov. 29, 2023

Coatings composed of sugar and eggs are popular, but their use should be stated on the label.

From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)