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Cooling Paint Lowers Temperatures Without Energy Consumption PCI Editorial Staff August 29, 2025 One Comment A new passive cooling paint from SRI reflects solar radiation and emits heat, lowering surface temperatures without consuming energy.Read More
Smarter Dust Collection for Safer Blast Rooms Brandon Acker August 27, 2025 No Comments Integrated ventilation and controls reduce exposure, cut regulatory risk and boost abrasive blasting performance. Read More
A Systems Approach to Coating Diamond-Cut Automotive Wheels When the Rubber Hits the Road Eric Casebolt August 27, 2025 No Comments Primer, basecoat, KSL/KSP and clearcoat choices drive adhesion, corrosion resistance and Class A finish.Read More
Designing Automotive Interiors for the Senses and Sustainability Stahl August 22, 2025 No Comments Stahl outlines how coatings impact sight, smell, touch and sound — and how sensory design supports sustainable mobility.Read More
Improving Facility Operations to Boost Worker Satisfaction and Productivity Katie Brenneman August 15, 2025 No Comments Upgraded equipment, materials and communication systems can improve safety, reduce fatigue and strengthen productivity across manufacturing operations.Read More
Radiative “Sunscreen” Coating Targets Urban Cooling AkzoNobel August 8, 2025 No Comments AkzoNobel unveiled a radiative cooling system in China to lower building temperatures and support urban renovation. Read More
PPG Examines Coatings That Power Smart Eyewear How Optical Coatings are Powering the Future of Smart Eyewear and AR Devices — Enabling Clarity and Performance Tammy Bocuzzi August 8, 2025 No Comments Anti-glare, hardcoat and UV-cure advances are pushing AR lenses toward clearer views, lighter builds and lower power needs. Read More