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Understanding how TiO₂ surface chemistry influences dispersion, stability and formulation behavior helps improve consistency and reduce variability in paint and coatings.

Chemical compliance affects efficiency, cost and risk. Connecting documentation and regulatory data helps improve consistency across paint and coatings workflows.

Microplastics and nanoplastics arise from polymer degradation and product use, influencing human exposure, toxicology and emerging regulations tied to sustainability goals.

Disruptive innovation is reshaping the coatings industry through technologies like cool roof coatings, paint protective films and market-driven strategies.

Edge corrosion poses major risks across industries, but innovations in powder and liquid coatings offer new strategies for robust protection.

The bio-based coatings market is growing rapidly, driven by environmental regulations, sustainability demands, and innovations in resins, polymers, and smart technologies.

Plant-based additives are emerging as eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors, reducing VOCs, heavy metals and environmental impact while delivering premium protection.

This article applies Hansen solubility parameters and relative energy difference to guide dispersant selection, comparing surfactants for carbon black performance.

A primer on alkyd resins, including formulation, oil length effects, curing chemistry and their role in industrial coatings.

Manufacturers struggle to act on real-time data despite widespread digital capture. This article examines how edge computing improves responsiveness and productivity.