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FRANMAR AWARDED “IT’S SUSTAINABLY SOY” CERTIFICATION BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Franmar, Inc. has been awarded the “It’s Sustainably Soy” certification from the Illinois Soybean Association in Bloomington. The certification recognizes businesses and organizations for their development and use of products with soybeans, a safer, renewable resource that’s better for people and the planet. “The It’s Sustainably Soy certification recognizes organizations committed to environmentally friendly investments by utilizing products based on soybeans, …
One of the best things about DIY projects is that there are no limits to what you can create! Maybe you want to find a dresser to upcycle for your spare bedroom, or some end tables to paint to match your family room. No matter where you live or what’s on your wishlist, there are so many sources for affordable pieces to reuse and repurpose. And products like BLUE BEAR® …
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. -- An experienced leader with a proven track record in sales and revenue growth has been hired as the national sales manager for Franmar, Inc. Craig Rogers of Washington, Ill. will oversee the sales operations of the Bloomington, Ill.-based manufacturer, which produces the BLUE BEAR® retail and industrial lines, and a complete line of screen-printing products. His duties include nurturing existing client relationships and working with the Franmar …
Frank H. Sliney Nov. 15, 1935 - Dec. 8, 2021 BLOOMINGTON - Frank H. Sliney, 86, founder and co-owner of local Franmar, Inc. passed away Wednesday morning, December 8, 2021, surrounded by family and beloved pups: Elphie, Beau, and Carson, at his home in Bloomington. His visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 17, 2021, at Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home, Bloomington, where food and soft drinks will …
When the Coronavirus pandemic first took hold early last year, Americans who were used to an abundance of everything 24/7 suddenly saw shortages of paper towels, toilet paper and cleaning supplies, as well as lots of empty grocery shelves. People stocked up and supplies dwindled. Fast forward to today. Shelves are fuller, and paper products and cleaning supplies are easier to come by, but the global supply chain remains in …
BLOOMINGTON, IL -- A veteran manager experienced in many facets of business has been hired as the general manager for Franmar, Inc. Tim Whitlock of Normal will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Bloomington, Ill.-based manufacturer, which produces the BLUE BEAR® retail and industrial lines, and a complete line of screen-printing products. He assumes many of the responsibilities held by Vice President Dan Brown, who will remain with the company …
Franmar’s BLUE BEAR® Soy Gel 600GL Coatings Remover is playing a pivotal role in a recent recall by Navistar, Inc. The recall includes more than 33,000 2018-2021 International Lonestar and 2017-2021 International LT Series trucks in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Navistar recalled the trucks this spring after problems were found with a battery ground cable that may break at its connection point, leading to a loss of electrical …
I am not an expert refinisher, I told my new bosses at Franmar. Not even close. I’ve stripped stain just once or twice, and couldn’t recall ever stripping paint. But that was the point, they said. Who better than a newbie like me to show people how safe, easy and effective Franmar products are to use? And what better way for me to understand the products I will help to …
Before coming to Franmar 20 years ago, I served a 21-year stint in the U.S. Air Force and also 12 years pastoring a church. Yes, I’m an old guy, and like the fellow from that TV insurance ad “I’ve seen a lot!” But I’ve never seen anything like what we’re living in now. The whole world is in the grips of this COVID-19 pandemic, and every person on the planet …
BLUE BEAR is always looking for fun and unique projects to share, so when we stumbled across this adorable pony restored by artist Devon Nowlin for The National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame using BLUE BEAR Paint & Urethane Stripper, we just had to share! Nowlin is an artist who is a self-described painter. Nowlin came into restoration work by saying “yes” to odd jobs and taking on opportunities …