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The incorporation of metallic and pearlescent pigments is a proven method to generate interest and improve viewer perception of powder coatings. Effect pigments convey a message of premium product finish with the visual association conveyed to the coated parts or products.

The consumer wants it all. The commonwealth wants what’s best for all. As scientists, we keep proving that we can meet that high standard. And the work is far from over.

Canada’s approach to chemicals management over the past decade is an evidenced-based assessment of chemicals in commerce, using the latest scientific data to determine a chemical’s risk to human health and the environment.

The most effective route towards becoming truly sustainable is clearly to research, develop and promote more sustainable monomers and other raw materials into the marketplace.

The goal of a supplier relationship management program is to drive the ideal balance of inventory, working capital and service levels.

The new plasticizer is based on azelaic acid, which is derived from a reliable and proven process of ozonolysis of oleic acid.

This new technology drives higher sustainability options for waterborne, ambient and UV-curable polyurethane dispersion-based coatings.

Architectural low-VOC coatings can be formulated with dibenzoate glycol esters to have increased hardness, block resistance, gloss and scrub resistance.

Liquid-impregnated surface coatings have untapped potential because they can be applied to a wide variety of industries to advance sustainability by reducing waste, increasing product yields, improving production efficiency, providing consistent dosage and enabling product innovation.

Hundreds of coatings industry professionals will gather this month in Lombard, Illinois, for Coatings Trends & Technologies (CTT), a two-day educational conference and show designed to provide chemists, formulators and R&D personnel with the latest coatings research and emerging trends.