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Early reactions to the AkzoNobel–Axalta merger reveal strategic optimism, investor pushback and muted market response. Here’s what industry commentary is signaling so far.

PPG announced its waterborne basecoat technology was used in an AI-designed robotic mural created during a live public art event in the Czech Republic.

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

PCI editorial staff weigh in on the $25 billion AkzoNobel and Axalta merger of equals, examining global-scale market reach leadership plans and competitive impact.

Two longtime employees at Wacker Chemical’s Calvert City site mark more than a century of combined service and contributions to polymer binders.

Understanding how TiO₂ surface chemistry influences dispersion, stability and formulation behavior helps improve consistency and reduce variability in paint and coatings.

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

Researchers engineered a silicone-based coating that repels water and oil while significantly reducing PFAS content compared to traditional non-stick materials.

Disruptive innovation is reshaping the coatings industry through technologies like cool roof coatings, paint protective films and market-driven strategies.

Edge corrosion poses major risks across industries, but innovations in powder and liquid coatings offer new strategies for robust protection.