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Although solid microspheres are widely used in reflective traffic paint, the focus of this article will be on the unique properties of hollow microspheres.

Polyurethane systems are widely used in a variety of coatings applications. Apart from their decorative aspects, these systems are extraordinarily resistant against chemicals and have very good mechanical properties.

Kaolin has a platy structure, but unlike talc and mica, its value in coatings derives more from its contribution to optical properties than to physical properties.

With over 20 technical papers presented, the Symposium focused on leading-edge issues in the coatings for plastic arena.

This article surveys major technical advances in powder coatings over the past 40 years and poses the question whether this is a mature technology with little more to offer to the coatings industry.

Organic-inorganic hybrid systems present promising applications as protective coatings.

Fortunately for the pigment and coatings industry, there are a wide variety of media mill manufacturers and technologies from which to choose.

Miller Acro with Microban(r) antimicrobial product protection inhibits the growth of stain- and odor-causing mold, mildew and bacteria growth, keeping homes and buildings cleaner.

Sieving of powder coatings after fine grinding has been a standard production technique for many years.

There are highly innovative developments, however, the high costs of notification make new active substances on the market very unlikely.