2025 Presentation Download
Thank you for attending Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit. Below you'll find PDF files and streaming link to every session we have permission to share from the 2025 CTT Summit.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Optimizing Your Coating Formulation for Concrete Protection
Thermal Management - Fundamental Insights
Venkateshwarlu Kalsani, PPG
Liquid (State) Color Development
Oliver Korten, ORONTEC GmbH & Co. KG
Advancements in Surfactant-Free Hydrophobic Additives for Enhanced Water Repellency
Cody Lindemulder, CHT-USA
Rheological Optimization of Latex Paints with Balanced Key Coating Properties
Artur Palasz, Ph.D., Spektrochem Coatings Laboratory, LLC
Using Rheology to Optimize Coatings
Philip Rolfe, Netzsch Instruments
Boosting Sustainability in Coatings with Bio-Based and Biodegradable Additives
Elvin Servellon, Jungbunzlauer
High-Renewable, Oil-Modified Polyurethane Dispersion for Sustainable Wood Coatings
Advancing Sustainable Coatings with U.S. Soybean Oil: Renewable Solutions for Coatings Manufacturers
Kristine Weigal, OmniTech International
Simply Change - Create PFAS-Free Solutions
High-Performance, Sustainable Wax-Based Surface Modifiers
Bruce Berglund, CHT USA Inc.
N-Butylpyrrolidone (NBP) as a Green Solvent to Replace N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) in Industrial Coating Applications
Justin Calcott, Eastman Chemical
Organo-Siloxane Surfactant as Substitute for Forever Chemicals - Reactive Versus Nonreactive
Steve Crain, Elé Corporation
A Cost-Effective Approach to Formulate Emulsions Leading to Improved Colloidal Stability and Finished Coatings
Waterborne Alkyds as a New Sustainable Coating Approach
Innovative Block Additives: A Sustainable Solution to PFAS in Coatings
Novel Rheology Booster for Hydrophilic and Hydrophobically Treated Fumed Silica
Sarah Vezzetti, Evonik Corporation
A Novel Multifunctional Buffer System for Enhanced Microbial Stability in Water-Based Formulations
Ralph Woerheide, NASOTIC Inc.
Influence of Formulation Variables on the Performance of Water-Based Direct-to-Metal Coatings
Andy Balgeman, Engineered Polymer Solutions
Future-Proofing Corrosion Control
Michelle Bauer, ICL - Halox
Zero-VOC, Water-Based Sustainable Coating Technology for Decorative and Industrial Applications
Sachin Joshi, Greenovoc Specialty Coatings Pvt Ltd.
Developments in Aluminum Flake Technology for Chrome Replacement in Water-Based Coating Systems
Jason J. Kuhla, ECKART America
Exploring Solid Colorants: A Sustainable Alternative for Coating Formulation
Martin Moore, Holland Colours
Sustainable, Smart Corrosion Protection
Benny Pearman, SynMatter Co.
Next-Generation Acrylic-Urethane Dispersion for High-Performance Architectural Primers and Topcoats
George Wang, Alberdingk Boley
New Coating Thickness Technology: Offering Precision Control of Exacting Coating Applications
Renee Basset, BYK-Gardner USA
Optimizing Paint and Coating Appearance Through Imaging-Based Measurement Systems
Darryl Case, Rhopoint Americas Inc
Advancements in Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA)-Free Polyester Resins for Hybrid Powder Coatings
Joshua Gesford, Covestro LLC
Advances in GMA Acrylic Resins: Addressing New Challenge with a Novel Approach
Dehui Han, Anderson Development Company
Polymeric Microspheres for Haptic, Gloss and Wear Modification of Coatings
Low-Viscosity Polycaprolactone Polyols for Performance and Sustainability
Cure-on-Demand Technologies in the Coatings Industry
Victoria Scarborough, ChemQuest Group
Comparing a Portable Contact Angle Goniometer Vs. Research-Style Goniometer for Wettability and Surface Energy Results on Various Coated Substrates
Paul Simutis, DataPhysics Instruments USA Corp.
Hybrid Mineral Matting Aid for Sustainable Powder Coating Applications
Yanjia Zuo, Imerys Corporation
Innovative Solutions: Replacing PFAS in Coatings for a Sustainable Future
Catherine Vitale, MÜNZING
Friday, September 5, 2025
Achieving robust sand textures in powder coatings formulations with PTFE-free additives
Derick Forcha, BYK USA Inc
Harnessing Generative AI for Defoamer Innovation
Wollastonite as a Functional Filler to Enhance Coating Performance
Marcelo Herszenhaut, Lehmann & Voss North America
Closing the Expertise Gap: How GenAI is Transforming Technical Sales in Paints and Coatings
Pigment Characterization and How to Use for Coatings Formulation
Bonnie Piro, Sudarshan North America
Accelerating Coatings Innovation with Data Management and AI
Innovate with Confidence: Risk Mitigation Strategies for Coatings and Adhesives Suppliers
Eric Casebolt, The ChemQuest Group, Inc.
Revolutionizing Coatings with Advanced Multifunctional Technologies
James Rapley, Microban International
New-Generation Bentonite Rheology Modifiers in High-Performance Architecture and Industrial Coatings
Walee Wang, CLAYMINTON INC.
A NOVEL APPROACH FOR APPLYING 2K COATINGS TO IMPROVE OUTCOMES AND REDUCE COST
Mike Bonner, saint clair systems
Newest Technologies in Pigment Dispersion and Stabilization
Novel Polymeric Dispersants for Improved Dispersion of Polycyclic Pigments
Anthony Gilbert, Lubrizol
Dispersant Technology Fundamentals
Sustainable Laser Technology for the Coatings Industry
Chance Willis, IPG Photonics