Architectural Coatings

Industrial Coatings in Architectural Areas

February 1, 2015

HD coating technology based on 2K waterborne polyurethane is meeting market demand for architectural coatings with the expected durability, cleanability and chemical resistance of industrial coatings.

A 900 Square Meter “Rain Jacket”

January 6, 2015

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A special protective layer has been applied to the outside of Willibrordi Cathedral, which was built in the late Gothic style, in order to protect the city's famous landmark against damaging environmental influences.

A Multipurpose Additive for Solventborne Coatings

January 6, 2015

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This additive maximizes the wetting and dispersion of pigments for various solventborne systems, provides good antisagging properties, eliminates settling and enhances stability.

Puzzled by Global VOC and Emission Standards in Architectural Paints?

January 6, 2015

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The article also lists current VOC limits in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, as well as key global emissions regulations.

The Journey to VOC Exemption

AMP becomes the only organic amine to gain the EPA’s VOC-exemption status

January 6, 2015

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Formulators in the United States will continue to use AMP as one of the most effective products in next-generation coatings with an improved environmental profile.

Iconic Manchester Central Library Undergoes Four-Year Renovation Project

November 1, 2014

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Manchester, England-based HMG Paints Ltd. supplied paint for the refurbishment of the city’s iconic Central Library.

It’s Time for Data to Drive Compliance

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in the Paint and Coatings Industry

Joan McGuffey

November 1, 2014

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With the OSHA GHS deadline fast approaching, the breadth of data that is now required for every product – from the purchase of the raw materials to the end of product life – makes clear that the days of manual upkeep and filing are gone.

What GHS Conversion Means to You

Yiwei Chen Paul Burgess

November 1, 2014

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The best option for companies that opt to forgo the many challenges of in-house conversion is to use a GHS conversion service.

Spherical Fillers in Low-VOC Coatings Applications

Kevin Rink

November 1, 2014

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Ceramic microspheres and glass bubbles may offer formulators cost-effective options for formulation of high solids coatings, including 2K epoxy systems.

External Knowledge – Underestimated Potential for Innovation

October 1, 2014

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Globalization and short product life cycles are increasing the pressure on companies to open up their innovation processes. However, currently German industrial managers rate the use of external knowledge as least relevant for successful innovation.