The global powder coatings market is estimated to be ~$13 billion and ~2.8 million MT in volume. It accounts for ~13% of the global industrial coatings market, and there are more than 1,200 companies involved in production and sales of powder coatings. This article discusses some of the emerging trends impacting this industry.
Assembled into photonic crystals, brush block co-polymers have demonstrated utility in creating coatings with ultraviolet, visible and near-infrared reflectivity, radar transparency, and the potential to reduce the carbon footprint of performance coatings by up to 50%. One company has set a course to launch a structural color co-polymer based on this unique technology.
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.
AkzoNobel offers insight on how businesses can reduce energy and further improve sustainability in their powder coating lines, from initial line loading and pretreatment, to application and curing.
Alisha Bellezza will support PPG’s continued focus and innovation related to improving sustainability for automotive customers, while also driving expansion and success in the mobility sector.
Paint & Pintura is the leading trade publication covering the paint and coatings industry in Brazil. The award winners are determined by a survey of industry leaders, including producers, distributors, customers and other key players in the coatings world.
Originating in November 2016, the partnership now expands to June 2027. Dave Kindig is now Brand Ambassador for AkzoNobel’s flagship Sikkens brand in North America in addition to the Modern Classikk by Kindig paint line.
