New data reveals shifting regional demand, sustainability’s growing impact and key sector trends driving the future of the global paint and coatings industry.
A study by the University of Missouri reveals how plastic-coated fertilizers release microplastics into soil, raising concerns about long-term environmental and health risks.
From predictive maintenance to real-time analytics, advanced technologies are transforming production, security and sustainability in modern coatings facilities.
A new patent aims to reduce paint spills with an ergonomic grip for can handles, addressing loss prevention, safety risks and operational inefficiencies in retail.
Field testing confirms that broad-spectrum, encapsulated dry-film preservatives provide long-term protection against fungal and algal growth, outperforming competitor formulations in diverse environmental conditions.
A new, volumetric, solid tinting system offers a sustainable, efficient alternative for tinting architectural and industrial coatings with improved performance.
The University of South Florida reduced cooling costs and improved energy efficiency by applying a heat-reflective exterior coating that lowers building surface temperatures by up to 40 °F.
A new thermal additive enhances energy efficiency and fire resistance, reducing heat absorption, improving emissivity, and meeting stringent environmental and building performance standards.
Flat roofs face aging and weathering challenges from solar radiation, moisture and pollutants. This study explores polymer dispersions' impact on elastomeric roof coatings' durability, flexibility and chalking resistance.