Special Purpose Coatings

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A coastal water tower rehabilitation paired advanced coating systems with detailed application control to deliver corrosion protection, color retention and long-term potable water performance.

This article examines circular reuse practices that transform unsaleable paint materials into valuable products, supporting sustainability, cost stability, and waste minimization.

This study examines LNG fleet operations, hull condition, biofouling levels and ISO 19030 performance metrics to evaluate coating efficiency over 60 months.

This issue features two perspectives on sustainability. The first is a research-focused contribution from Professor Norio Shibata and colleagues at Nagoya Institute of Technology on room-temperature defluorination and fluorine recovery from PTFE and PFAS. 

This work shows how CE10P acrylic and hybrid polyols improve flow, drying speed and appearance in acetone-rich clearcoat formulations while meeting strict VOC limits.

Jotun's report explores how coatings and corrosion awareness can help mitigate fire hazards in oil and gas operations.

Modular coating platforms combine antimicrobial, hydrophobic and durability features in customizable formulations engineered for efficiency, performance and multifunctional protection.

A new calcium carbonate with a negative carbon footprint allows formulators to reduce Scope 3 emissions while maintaining performance.

A sensory innovation translates 70 colors into tactile and auditory experiences, expanding accessibility for blind and low-vision users through Cromopoems.

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