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To comply with VOC regulations, coatings manufacturers have gradually moved away from conventional low-solids, solventborne systems to several emerging technologies, which include high-solids, UV, powder, waterborne and solvent-free systems.1-3

For PCI’s Distributor issue, PCI editor Kristin Johansson spoke with Sandeep Goel, PICA (Paints, Inks, Coatings and Adhesives) Business Leader at Nexeo Solutions, to discuss how the distribution model has evolved over the years, what trends distributors are seeing and the challenges that they face today.

Car parks and road tunnels are two environments where air pollution significantly affects the users of these infrastructures as well as the people working there.

The film formation process of one-component waterborne formulations involves a sequence of water evaporation, coalescence and further solidification.

Newest Coating Technology Demonstrates Utility in Graphic Arts

Low-VOC Michem® Wood Coating 75 is a new water-based additive that penetrates wood surfaces and produces excellent water beading and anti-swell properties.

Alox® rust-preventive additives offer advanced short- to long-term rust protection.

Three binder systems for use in cool roof coating applications allow greater formulation flexibility across different applications.

Coatings manufacturers understand the importance of employing ‘green’ technology for advanced materials protection.

A mixture of proteins, available as GRAS (generally regarded as safe) foodstuffs, has been identified for a variety of uses in UV-curable coatings.