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As the paint and coatings industry grows, there are ample opportunities for entrepreneurs to start a painting business. Whether you choose to go the franchising route or start a business from scratch, there are various factors to consider before making the big move.

Do you like Wordle? This month’s Editor’s Viewpoint introduces PCI’s new word-guessing game that just launched on our website. Also, read the details about our Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit Call for Speakers.

The questionable future of BPA and bisphenols in food contact materials has driven the development of new coating technologies. AkzoNobel believes that metal can packaging has advanced to the point where bisphenols of any kind are no longer required to create safe coatings, and is working with the industry to shape change.

PCI has introduced our Lifetime Achievement Award. Learn who qualifies, and how to nominate your industry hero! This exciting addition is only one of the new things PCI has to offer for 2024. 

Technology has revolutionized manufacturing safety to combat injuries and illness by developing smart personal protective equipment (PPE) that integrates protective features into onsite gears. In this Industry Insights blog, learn what PPE entails, the common issues that manufacturing industries face, and how using smart PPE can help alleviate these issues. 

PCI’s editors rely on our Editorial Advisory Board (EAB) for assistance with a variety of projects and articles throughout the year. We are pleased to welcome three new coatings industry professionals to our EAB!

PCI’s Chief Editor reviews some key takeaways from the recent Western Coatings Show.

PCI recently attended Ashland’s 2023 Innovation Day at the company’s headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. Read about the company’s future strategies, as well as a few new coatings technologies under development.

PCI will be broadcasting six CTT Summit sessions live on September 7, and then immediately archiving them on our website for the next 12 months. Read our Editor's Viewpoint to learn about each presentation, and how to watch them.

These accent colors still get clicks. Are they timeless, or have trends moved on? See which Behr picks might still make a statement in home design today.