Items Tagged with 'manufacturing'

Automation is improving throughput, consistency and safety while reducing waste across paint and coatings operations.

Chitosan is emerging as a multifunctional biobased polymer enabling antimicrobial performance, corrosion protection, and sustainable coating design across multiple paint and coatings applications.

PPG Industries is evaluating a laser-based curing approach with IPG Photonics and Whirlpool Corporation to rethink finishing processes.

Market growth is driving workforce shifts, with training programs expanding access and addressing labor gaps in application services.

Chemical Coaters Association International announced a new leadership training initiative aimed at workforce retention, management development, and shop-level performance.

JLG announced it acquired Canvas’ core technology as it builds out robotics capabilities tied to interior finishing applications.

PCI EXCLUSIVE: Dow’s latest results point to a broader shift as artificial intelligence and restructuring become embedded in day-to-day operations across chemical and coatings companies.

A large-scale data center project underscores the role of finishing trades in complex construction environments.

This overview examines how powder coating systems balance corrosion resistance, flexibility and weathering performance across demanding service environments.

Advances in laser cleaning and curing are pushing powder coating lines toward faster throughput, smaller footprints and greater manufacturing flexibility.