Distribution leaders examine tighter buying cycles, supply resilience, technical and regulatory support, and the roles of AI and human expertise as coatings manufacturers plan for 2027.
PCI’s roundtable examines where distributors are taking on formulation, testing and scale-up work, and what coatings manufacturers should reconsider for 2027.
Air-purifying paint technologies are being developed to address rising air pollution and indoor exposure risks in densely populated urban environments.
Dürr’s latest paint shop project for Volkswagen brings together new electric drying, logistics updates and CO₂-saving strategies designed for high-volume production.
Plant-based additives are emerging as eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors, reducing VOCs, heavy metals and environmental impact while delivering premium protection.
Can UV/EB technology serve as a sustainable solution to the energy crisis? This article examines the factors driving UV/EB technology, supported by case studies demonstrating how it enables innovative manufacturing processes that consume less energy, yet also meet or exceeds air quality standards without requiring add-on pollution controls.
The market for architectural coatings is projected to grow from $85.1 billion in 2023 to $102 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 3.9%. Read about key factors that provide market players with growth opportunities, as well as the potential challenges players could face during the forecast period.