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Dürr to Equip BYD's First European Plant with Eco-Friendly Painting Tech

January 16, 2025

Dürr announced it will supply over 120 robots for BYD's new Hungarian plant, focusing on sustainable painting technology.

PPG and BYD Win Supreme Gold Award for Argyle Purple at 2024 CMF Design Awards

January 13, 2025

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PPG and BYD have been recognized with a Supreme Gold Award for their special-effect color, Argyle Purple, at the 2024 International CMF Design Awards.

Coating Camp to Host First American Event in Chicago

January 13, 2025

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The Coating Camp will debut its first U.S. event in Chicago, offering hands-on training, networking, and insights into cutting-edge coating technologies.

PPG Donates Digital Refinish Tools

January 1, 2025

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The company equipped over 1,500 students across Europe with PPG LINQ digital tools, bridging skills gaps in automotive refinishing.

Diamond Vogel Unveils 2025 Color of the Year

December 31, 2024

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The company named a soft-toned green inspired by botanicals, as its 2025 Color of the Year, alongside new trend palettes.

GEW Collaborates with BJS to Double Production Capacity with New Wood Coating Line

December 23, 2024

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GEW and BJS Czech doubled production capacity with a UV LED wood coating line, cutting energy use by 30% and reducing waste.

Toyota Invests $922 Million in Advanced Paint Facility

December 23, 2024

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The investment in the company's Kentucky advanced paint facility supports carbon neutrality goals, improves efficiency and ensures long-term job stability.

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Wall Colmonoy Launches Advanced Tungsten Carbide Powders for Thermal Spray Applications

December 23, 2024

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The tungsten carbide powders deliver dense, hard coatings for thermal spray applications with exceptional wear and corrosion resistance.

Mazda Selects ABB's Paint Atomization Technology to Accelerate Sustainability

December 23, 2024

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Mazda’s new ABB atomizers achieve 95-99% efficiency, reducing CO₂ emissions, paint waste and energy use at its Hiroshima plant.

ABB Partners with ESS to Boost Automotive Paint Shop Efficiency

December 20, 2024

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The collaboration aims to cut costs and emissions by leveraging advanced simulation software.

AkzoNobel Moves to Exit Another Market

PPG Announces Global Price Increase, Updates Earnings Guidance

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Evaluation of Soy-Derived Solvents as PCBTF Alternatives in Industrial Alkyd Coatings

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Events

September 4, 2025

N-Butylpyrrolidone (NBP) as a Green Solvent to Replace N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) in Industrial Coating Applications

ON DEMAND: EPA published a regulation proposal around N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) in June 2024 to ban or limit NMP in many applications, such as paints and coatings and their removers. N-butylpyrrolidone (NBP) is a powerful and versatile solvent for a variety of industries looking for alternatives to substance of very high concern (SVHC)-listed solvents.

September 15, 2026

Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit

The Coatings Trends & Technologies (CTT) Summit is an annual conference for both liquid and powder coatings formulators and manufacturers to discuss innovations in coatings technology. This event combines high-quality technical presentations, a resource-rich exhibit hall, and dedicated networking opportunities to connect scientific minds, foster innovation, and cultivate game-changing new ideas!

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