High-Performance Ceramic Coatings: Nanotechnology, Self-Healing and Sustainable Trends Research Nester October 20, 2025 One Comment A technical look at high-performance ceramic coatings, spotlighting nanotechnology, self-healing systems and sustainable formulations shaping automotive and aerospace applications worldwide. Read More
BASF Coatings Releases 2025-2026 Automotive Color Trends October 15, 2025 One Comment Designers highlighted three regional key colors and material advances, including recycled content and multi-color pigments. Read More
PPG and SAIC General Motors Launch Recycling Project October 10, 2025 No Comments The partners introduced a closed-loop solvent reuse system for automotive coatings production, setting a new sustainability benchmark in China. Read More
PPG Partners with Toyota Motor Europe to Strengthen Body Shop Network October 8, 2025 No Comments The collaboration includes approved refinish brands, digital tools and sustainability programs to support Toyota and Lexus collision centers. Read More
Developments in Aluminum Flake Technology for Chrome Replacement in Waterborne Systems Jason J. Kuhla October 7, 2025 No Comments This paper examines aluminum flake treatments, stabilization, and delivery forms to approach chrome-like effects in modern waterborne coating systems. Read More
Automotive Partnership Explores New Plastics Recycling Path September 29, 2025 No Comments BASF announced a collaboration with Porsche and BEST to address pressure on automotive and chemical industries to cut waste and emissions. Read More
Sherwin-Williams Helps Body Shops Cut Delays Sherwin Williams September 23, 2025 No Comments Five proven strategies show how repairers can improve workflow, reduce costs and strengthen customer satisfaction. Read More
Water-Based System Bonds Rubber to Multiple Substrates September 21, 2025 No Comments A water-based two-layer bonding system provides adhesion between rubber and diverse substrates while offering sustainable, user-friendly application. Read More
AkzoNobel and NIO Claim Innovation Prize September 18, 2025 No Comments A new automotive powder coating was recognized for extending battery life and advancing sustainability in electric vehicles. Read More
A New Way to Visually Evaluate Color Werner Rudolf Cramer Wolf Moritz Cramer September 3, 2025 No Comments New viewing tools help bridge the gap between visual perception and multiangle color measurements for evaluating modern interference pigments.Read More