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The PCI Blog is written by our team of editors, as well as industry contributors, and includes thought provoking opinions, trends, and essential paint and coatings industry information.

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A Year in Distribution: Uncertainty, Adaptation, Momentum

Courtney Bassett
October 8, 2025
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This year’s distributor coverage examines resilience and change across acquisitions, regulation, sustainability and supply chain strategies in paint and coatings.


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Artificial Intelligence Brain Processor. AI Chip Technology Concept.

AI in Action Across the Coatings Value Chain

Kristin Johansson
September 2, 2025
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AI is moving from digital foundations to real-world applications in coatings, reshaping R&D, supply chains and customer engagement.


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Countdown to Innovation at Coatings Trends & Technologies

Kristin Johansson
August 5, 2025
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Technical sessions, short courses and networking await at this year’s CTT Summit, set for September in Illinois.


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2025 PCI Rankings Reveal Key Industry Trends

From Scale to Strategy
Courtney Bassett
July 30, 2025
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Explore major shifts, cost-saving strategies, and leadership changes highlighted in this year's Global Top 10 and PCI 25 rankings.


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FOCUS conference keynote

Consider Collaborating

Kristin Johansson
June 4, 2025
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The keynote at FOCUS explored how university collaborations can accelerate coatings innovations, with insights from NDSU’s Dean Webster.


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How Would You Answer?

Kristin Johansson
May 12, 2025
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Survey insights from ECS 2025 reveal shifting R&D priorities, the growing role of AI, and rising momentum behind sustainability.


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Emerging Technology Improves Coating Quality and Eliminates Paint Waste

Kristin Johansson
April 7, 2025
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A new terahertz robotic solution is revolutionizing automotive and aerospace manufacturing by eliminating paint waste and improving coating quality, with precision measurements down to 1 micron.


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Small Innovations Can Make a Big Impact

Kristin Johansson
March 5, 2025
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A new patent aims to reduce paint spills with an ergonomic grip for can handles, addressing loss prevention, safety risks and operational inefficiencies in retail.


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PCI Magazine, Always Evolving

Kristin Johansson Courtney Bassett
February 3, 2025
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Discover PCI’s new initiatives: podcasts, webinars, courses, and more, designed to keep you informed on coatings industry innovations.


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PFAS Alternatives and Remediation Ramp Up

PFAS Alternatives Gain Momentum
Kristin Johansson
January 7, 2025
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Increased regulations and environmental concerns fuel advancements in PFAS-free coatings and remediation. Industry players and researchers are accelerating the shift to safer solutions.


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