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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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The Nature of Color

Kristin Johansson
October 18, 2022
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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.


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WACKER’s New Innovation Center is a Wow

Kristin Johansson
October 5, 2022
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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.


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Ch-Ch-Changes

Kristin Johansson
August 16, 2022
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PCI magazine has undergone several major staff changes this summer. Read more to learn about new team members and responsibilities.


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2021 Was a Good Year for Coatings

Karen Parker
July 29, 2022
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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.


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PPG's Innovation Day

Kristin Johansson
June 14, 2022
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PPG’s Innovation Media Day was packed with information about the company and its latest coatings innovations.


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What Has the Biggest Impact on Your R&D?]

Kristin Johansson
May 20, 2022
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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.


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Now Is the Time to Change Our Thinking

Kristin Johansson
April 27, 2022
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Now it is time to change our thinking and eliminate petrochemicals for good. Green bio solvents are the answer.


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Painting a Brighter (and Greener) Future

Kristin Johansson
March 15, 2022
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A recent visit to a paint recycling company gave PCI an in-depth view into the scale and importance of the planet-saving benefits that paint recycling brings.
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Exploring Potential Solutions to the Supply Chain Crisis

Kristin Johansson
February 11, 2022
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The National Association of Chemical Distributors offers its recommendations on changes that must be implemented to address the current supply chain crisis and to help ensure supply chain efficiency in the future.
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Call for Speakers!

Kristin Johansson
January 17, 2022
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PCI Magazine has issued a Call for Speakers for Coatings Trends & Technologies and the Powder Coating Summit. Both events will be held September 8-9, 2022 in Lombard, IL.


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