This month’s viewpoint highlights travel of a PCI editor and how the world of coatings followers her wherever she goes.

Read highlights from The Coating Summit 2022. This auspicious gathering of industry icons to exchange views, share insights, and be inspired provides a unique opportunity for coatings industry executives to gather in one place for interactive sessions that address a wide range of topics, from business strategy and economic forecasts to sustainability and new technology.

Last month, PCI learned that Valspar donated its fourth mural, painted by local Louisiana artist, KaDavien Baylor, at the Dixie Center for the Arts in Ruston. The murals are part of Valspar’s Be Bright initiative, which aims to inject hope and brightness into selected communities. Read PCI editor Kristin Johansson’s insights.

In September, PCI’s editors attended our first meeting as members of the Detroit Colour Council (DCC), which was held at the Detroit Institute of Arts museum. Read more to find out what was discussed and PCI’s takeaways.

PCI recently visited Wacker Chemical Corp’s new Innovation Center and Regional Headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Read more to learn about the trip and the new facility.

PCI magazine has undergone several major staff changes this summer. Read more to learn about new team members and responsibilities.

Associate Editor, Karen Parker, provides a snapshot of the 2021 year in coatings based on information she gathered for our annual Global Top 10 and PCI 25 rankings of the top coatings manufacturers.

PPG’s Innovation Media Day was packed with information about the company and its latest coatings innovations.

Results from a live poll at the American Coatings Conference show that sustainability has become more important to coatings manufacturers, and raw material sourcing/pricing is still a big concern. The importance of functional/smart coatings and UV/EB coatings saw a bump this year as well.

Now it is time to change our thinking and eliminate petrochemicals for good. Green bio solvents are the answer.