Items Tagged with 'Research and Development'

Technical scouting uncovers breakthrough technologies and protects against incoming disruptive technologies - keeping coatings manufacturers on the cutting edge.

The keynote at FOCUS explored how university collaborations can accelerate coatings innovations, with insights from NDSU’s Dean Webster.

Montana State researchers secured $2.5 million to refine biofilm testing on military coatings and boost long-term equipment durability.

PPG named David Fenn and Renhe Lin associate fellows, a title currently held by just four others at the company.

A research team in Japan developed a melanin-based coating that offers vivid, fade-resistant color and water repellency—without traditional pigments.

Researchers developed a superhydrophobic textile coating from discarded fabrics — a promising alternative to fluorinated finishes in apparel applications.

Nearly half of the company’s recent patents focused on sustainability, fueling billions in 2024 revenue from R&D-based products.

Material science startups face unique challenges in scaling innovations for coatings, requiring significant investment, strategic partnerships and extended development timelines.

This study evaluates waterborne polyurethane and polyacrylate resins with water-dispersible polyisocyanates to enhance corrosion resistance, durability and coating performance on metal substrates.

Axalta announced the creation of the Axalta Fellows Forum, a network of experts focused on identifying and developing new technologies for the company.