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Articles Tagged with ''functional coatings''

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Nippon Paint Details Coating System Used in Semiconductor Production Line

November 5, 2026
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The project combines anti-static flooring, water-based epoxy coatings and an exterior finish for a tightly controlled manufacturing environment in Shaanxi Province.


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VIDEO | Can Coatings Make Vehicles More Visible?

Courtney Bassett
October 27, 2026
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Recorded live at the 2026 CTT Summit, Ink Invent CEO Paul Mijnen explains how Crystal Glass Pigments and new color measurement technology could improve the visibility of vehicles to human eyes and automotive sensors.


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H.B. Fuller Customer Innovation Award Winners

H.B. Fuller Recognizes Innovations in Barrier Coatings and Infrastructure Protection

October 22, 2026
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The company's 2026 Customer Innovation Awards recognize developments in recyclable dairy packaging and prefabricated HVAC insulation using protective coating technologies.


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Optikos Acquires Precision Optical Coatings Manufacturer

October 10, 2026
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The transaction combines thin-film coating, optical fabrication and metrology capabilities for aerospace, defense, life-science and semiconductor markets.


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Leveraging Horizontal Innovation

The Next Breakthrough Coating May Not Come from the Coatings Industry
Victoria Scarborough Ph.D.
August 12, 2026
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Battery materials, biomedical surfaces, aerospace and packaging are among the places technology scouts are looking for transferable ideas.



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Functional Coating Materials Market Forecast to Expand Through 2036

February 20, 2026
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Future Market Insights announced that demand is accelerating as electrification, PFAS reformulation and infrastructure durability mandates reshape specifications.


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Advanced Coatings and Functional Chemicals Market Points to Sustained Growth

January 21, 2026
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A new report highlights how sustainability requirements and performance-driven applications continue to support demand across multiple end markets.



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Smart Coatings Market Expands Beyond Traditional Protective Roles

DataM Intelligence
December 3, 2025
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Smart coatings enable responsive and multifunctional surfaces through self-healing, antimicrobial and adaptive technologies across multiple industries.



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BioPowder Bio-based color particles for decorative coatings

Eco-Friendly Upcycling Chemistry Meets Innovative Luxury Coatings

BioPowder
November 7, 2024
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Bio-based particles and pigments are unlocking new possibilities for sustainable coatings, offering technical performance improvements and environmental benefits across decorative and protective applications.


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H.B. Fuller Announces Quarterly Dividend

July 20, 2024
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The company announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.2225 per share of common stock, payable on August 14, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 31, 2024.


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