During the first part of the 20th century, the paint and varnish industry began its transformation from an art to a science. Small groups of paint and production people in several metropolitan areas initiated informal meetings to share their experiences and discuss mutual problems.

In 1923, the regional paint and varnish manufacturers were organized into a Paint Club of the Southwest. It was not until 1937 that the Paint Production of Dallas was organized by the chemists, technicians and production men and women. The mutual problems of these people were far different than those of management.

Other production clubs in various cities were begun throughout the United States. A national organization, known as the Federation of societies for Coating technology evolved from these groups.

The Dallas Society has been active in the financing of scholarships at he University of Southern Mississippi, the University of Missouri at Rolla and the University of North Dakota, along with supporting regional Universities.

For many years, someone from the Dallas Society has prepared a paper for presentation at the national meeting of the Federation. Many have been received with outstanding accreditation including “Housekeeping for Latex Paint Manufacture” and “The relationship of the Viscosity of Latex Paint to the Viscosity Profile of the Emulsion Used”

A Regional Paint Convention in the Southwest is co-sponsored by the Dallas and the Houston Societies. This has been the top regional show of the year and usually alternates between Dallas and Houston.

Monthly meetings (except during the summer months) are held for a combination of fellowship and the exchange of ideas and experiences. Whenever possible, new technologies are introduced to the local chemists.

Other activities include golf matches, sporting events, theatre parties and country club dances. Many events are held in conjunction with the Dallas

Paint and Coatings Association.