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Bio-based powder coatings are evolving through R&D and commercial launches, offering sustainable alternatives without sacrificing performance or durability.

New research into zinc-rich primers shows how lower-zinc formulations can meet performance standards while addressing sustainability and application challenges.

Technical sessions, short courses and networking await at this year’s CTT Summit, set for September in Illinois.

Recycled PET is transforming powder coating technology, offering a sustainable solution that reduces waste while maintaining high performance standards.

Discover how tightening regulations worldwide are reshaping coatings formulation and sustainability efforts.

A new lens coating reduces near-infrared facial recognition while maintaining clarity and durability.

Trust, performance and verified testing define modern protective coatings partnerships, especially amid stricter standards and complex infrastructure demands. 

A water-based PVDF resin delivers long-term performance for field-applied coatings, resisting UV damage, erosion and fading.

Formulation choices — especially binder selection — play a pivotal role in preserving reflectivity and performance in white acrylic roof coatings.
Bullet Point: Binder Chemistry Impacts Reflectivity Durability

Bio-based agricultural chemicals are degrading legacy finishes, pushing formulators to develop new resin systems that resist acids, microbes and ultraviolet exposure.