Coatings breakthroughs may come from batteries, aerospace, packaging and biotech. Here’s how external technology scouting can reveal the industry’s next competitive edge.
PPG supplied battery fire protection technology and a €40,000 grant for a student-developed solar-powered ambulance designed to operate independently of conventional charging and fuel infrastructure.
Wet coating remains dominant while dry processes gain traction, as manufacturers weigh cost, scalability and performance tradeoffs in electrode production.
Axalta announced two new powder coatings designed to enhance heat protection and electrical insulation in electric vehicle battery systems at The Battery Show North America.