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Read about a full turn-key solution to combat corrosion under insulation on an ammonium-sulphate feed tank. Within the space of 24 hours, the tank was repaired and protected against future corrosion with an industrial composite wrap system.

Wherever different paint colors are applied in small quantities, such as in the construction, woodworking, plastics or automotive supplier industries, a paint supply system that targets sustainable production processes and resource efficiency can help recover unused paint, minimizing rinsing agent consumption and speeding up color changes.

According to Persistence Market Research's projections, the global marine coatings market is expected to surge ahead at a CAGR of 8.2% through 2033.This article delves into the significance of marine coatings, their composition, application methods, and the latest advancements aimed at enhancing protection and performance in the maritime industry.

This case study takes a deep dive into how a Dubai-based company was tasked with providing a durable protective lining for the shoreline and walkways of one of the largest man-made lagoons in Dubai; how they met demanding project specifications, ranging from the need for a highly durable solution, meeting tight project deadlines, through to how they delivered a finish with aesthetic appeal.

The 2024 RadTech UV&EB Technology & Conference, the world’s largest event dedicated to the educational, technical, and scientific advancement of ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technologies, will take place May 20-22 at the Hyatt Regency in Orlando, Florida. This year’s theme is “Today’s Choices, Tomorrow’s Future: UV+EB for Sustainable & Responsible Manufacturing.”

Participants in the can coating market must leverage innovation, embrace sustainability, and foster collaboration to capitalize on emerging opportunities and surmount challenges. Advanced coating technologies have emerged as pivotal drivers of innovation within the sector, re-shaping packaging requirements and standards.

In 2023, Cathay Industries, a global iron oxide pigment manufacturer, unveiled its new name, OXERRA, along with its new brand identity, after completing the acquisition of Venator's color business. In this exclusive PCI interview, OXERRA Americas’ CEO discusses the combined businesses, the rebrand, what’s driving R&D, and what’s next for the company.

Mercury vapor, light-emitting diode (LED), and excimer are distinct UV-curing lamp technologies. All three are used in various photopolymerization processes, but understanding the differences between them is instrumental in application and formulation development, UV-curing source selection, and integration.

A new fast-cure, high UV-resistant curing agent that addresses both performance and EHS gaps in the current market enables a rapid return to service and delivers coatings with exceptional aesthetics at ambient and low temperatures, outstanding carbmation and UV resistance, and extended working times.

Learn about scrub resistance tests for latex paints, their differences, and how they guide raw material selection for high-quality formulations.