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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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Joanne Hardy Wins PCI’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award

Kristin Johansson
September 16, 2024
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Read about this year’s winner of the PCI Lifetime Achievement Award.


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From Nano to Eco: The Buzz in Protective Coatings

Innovations Driving the Protective Coatings Industry
Research Nester
August 26, 2024
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Read about how the innovative protective coatings market is revolutionizing different industrial sectors.



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Coatings Connections Around the World

Kristin Johansson
August 5, 2024
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Read an Editor’s experience encountering coatings during their Mediterranean cruise from Athens to Barcelona


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Resilience and Adaptability

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July 12, 2024
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Read about the key takeaways from this year’s PCI 25 and Global Top 10 rankings.


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Five Effects and Health Risks of Not Activating Safety Equipment Regularly

Hughes Safety Showers
July 11, 2024
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Hughes Safety Showers has put together a helpful guide of the five most common effects and health risks of not having safety showers and eye washes properly maintained or regularly serviced, alongside the health risks this could lead to should staff need to use the safety equipment.  


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Sustainability and Regulations Rule

Kristin Johansson
June 14, 2024
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It has been a busy show season, with PCI recently returning from the American Coatings Show (ACS) in Indianapolis, the RadTech 2024 UV+EB Conference in Orlando, and CPCA’s Canadian Coatings Conference in Montreal. All three events were energetic, and introduced great new information and technology for the coatings industry.


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Maximizing Sustainability in Manufacturing

Innovative Approaches for Eco-Friendly Operations
Katie Brenneman
June 11, 2024
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Ensuring your firm is sustainable will save you money, improve your operational efficiency, and help you attract eco-friendly consumers. Tracking ESG data points can help you spot faults and pivot toward more efficient operations. This improves your profitability in the long run and future-proofs your firm.


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Data is the Currency; Sharing is the Deal

Kristin Johansson
May 10, 2024
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The Keynote Address at the FOCUS conference addressed the need for data sharing for AI to reach its full potential.


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How to Properly Maintain and Extend the Lifespan of Exterior Paint

Rose Morrison
April 22, 2024
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Regular maintenance preserves the value of your investment for years to come. Knowing what to do ensures your labor lasts, so take an in-depth look at how to maintain and extend the life span of your exterior paint with the right techniques.


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Navigating the Regulatory Scene in the Coatings Industry

Kristin Johansson
April 5, 2024
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PCI’s Chief Editor comments on the increased activity on the regulatory scene and introduces CTT Summit’s panel discussion topic.


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