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Paint & Coatings Industry's Editorial Advisory Board helps guide content, with a new regulatory perspective added through Terri Stewart’s appointment.

A single-coat corrosion-protection system was applied to approximately 1,600 m² of façade steelwork during a Frankfurt building renewal project.

Advanced coatings are enabling durability, efficiency and electrification across EV batteries, aerospace, wind energy and infrastructure markets.

Academic research examines how in-situ nanoparticle integration affects coating structure and microbial resistance.

Preview ACS 2026, featuring technical sessions, key formulation trends, and networking opportunities shaping the future of the coatings industry.

Global coating resins demand is rising as sustainability regulations, emerging markets and bio-based technologies reshape binder innovation and coatings formulation strategies.

Wet coating remains dominant while dry processes gain traction, as manufacturers weigh cost, scalability and performance tradeoffs in electrode production.

QCL hyperspectral imaging identifies silicone oil on surfaces, combining infrared spectroscopy with spatial mapping to support contamination detection and process control.

Short courses and new program elements deepen the link between coatings research and real-world performance challenges.

This article evaluates prevailing metal surface preparation technologies, analyzes industry-specific pretreatment selection criteria and reviews emerging innovations in this space.