Explore the latest developments in powder coating technology, and how these advancements are expanding its applications across various industries. This article delves into the innovative strides within powder coatings, shedding light on new formulations, application techniques, and the burgeoning scope of this versatile finishing method.
The patents are across several key regions, including Europe, the United States, China, and Indonesia, and emphasize the company's commitment to revolutionizing corrosion protection in coatings.
The specialty coatings market’s projected growth is driven by technological innovation, environmental consciousness, and industry-specific demands. As industries continue to seek tailored solutions for their unique challenges, the market is set to play an increasingly pivotal role in shaping the future of numerous sectors worldwide. This Global Market Insights market report details the current and future market drivers.
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division has an ongoing project funded through the Office of Naval Research to develop a novel, corrosion-resistant poly(styrene-co-catechol) tie coat and adhesion promoter to improve CARC adhesion and performance to various composites, aluminum, and steel USMC ground vehicle surfaces.
Increased regulatory scrutiny of lead, chromium, and zinc is driving the migration to heavy-metal-free corrosion inhibitors. In this article, several water-based resin technologies were selected to demonstrate the performance of heavy-metal-free corrosion inhibitors versus their zinc-containing counterparts.
This article explores one company’s efforts to further advance global industry trends such as electrification, energy, resilient infrastructure, and sustainability through innovation and advanced coatings.
The legislation recognizes the urgent need to address the detrimental effects of corrosion on U.S. bridge infrastructure, and requires the use of qualified and trained professionals on all bridge construction, repair, and maintenance projects throughout the country.
Published reports place the total cost of corrosion in the United States at $552 billion. The majority of the current coating formulations are not designed for extended maintenance support. This article introduces the concept of Lifetime Coating Systems (LCS), a program designed to match coating life with asset life.
The famous Zagreb Cathedral in Croatia was looking for anoptimal solution for maintaining or improving the mechanical resistance and structural stability of the tower. The faculty of mechanical engineering and naval architecture of Zagreb was called in to examine the joints and recommended various corrosion mitigation techniques.
Measuring the effectiveness of corrosion coatings is achievable. These coatings protect the substrate from stains and scratches and make them easier to clean, but how is that measured, and against what benchmark?