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Being able to reduce the amount of petroleum-based solvents in a product and replace them with gentler bio-based material such as canola oil is a great option. Learn about new bio-based rust preventatives. 

Although it might seem inconvenient to update coatings systems that have not yet failed, now may be an ideal time for manufacturers to reassess their protective technologies and consider newer, more effective solutions in this strained energy sector.

The coating provides improved safety, asset protection, and operational efficiency compared to traditional thermal insulative materials.

A game-changer in marine coatings, the anti-fouling solution combines ultra-low friction and patented hydrogel technology, reducing fuel consumption and emissions for more than 1,000 vessels since its 2021 launch.

As the successor to Zenith, Cerulean™ brings the ‘best of both worlds’ to distributors and OEMs, with a luxurious finish that offers the feel of solvent-based solutions.

From the sheen of automotive chrome trim to the enduring strength of steel fasteners, metallic coatings are an often overlooked area of the coatings industry. Discover how metallic coatings not only enhance the aesthetic appeal and durability of everyday objects, but also introduce unique superpowers like atomic-scale surface leveling and inherent anti-bacterial properties.

In an exclsuive PCI Magazine interview, Patrick Van Waes, Global Marketing Director for Primient Covation LLC, explores the dynamic growth and future prospects of bio-based materials in the coatings industry, including the market's development, the rising demand for sustainable alternatives, and the evolving performance of bio-based materials compared to their petroleum-based counterparts.

The Great Supply Chain Crisis of 2021-2022 acted as a very loud and exceptionally clear wakeup call for all participants within the specialty chemicals value chain. As we move forward, everything needs to be re-examined in the light of the crisis.

When comparing the performance of polymer emulsions made with substituted styrene versus conventional styrene in direct-to-metal, wood coatings, concrete sealer, and FR/intumescent coating applications, the results demonstrate improved performance properties when the substitute is utilized.

AkzoNobel’s marine coatings brand announced Prysmian’s new vessel, Monna Lisa, will use the company's primer and anti-fouling solution. This choice is expected to cut carbon and VOC emissions.