PCI eMagazine

Smart software and AI-powered tools reduce waste and increase precision in effect paint formulation, especially for automotive applications.

Effect pigments require specific incorporation methods for powder coatings. This article compares bonding, dry blend and corona processes in detail.

Amino alcohols in waterborne coatings help reduce indoor air pollutants like formaldehyde, improving air quality in enclosed spaces.

This article offers formulation strategies to enhance durability, minimize moisture issues and maintain self-leveling properties in MDI-based urethane coatings.

Fusion-bonded epoxy powder coatings continue to serve as a durable, sustainable barrier protecting buried and subsea pipelines from corrosion.

In this PCI interview, a Dow research scientist discusses the carbon-cutting potential of plant-based binders in interior paint formulations.

A vacuum-compatible system enables high-velocity mixing, particle dispersion, and heating/cooling for industrial formulations

A next-generation epoxy passive fire protection coating provides up to four hours of fire resistance while improving efficiency and sustainability.

A containment enclosure uses HEPA filtration and downward airflow to maintain cleanliness and control contamination during sampling procedures.

A new UV LED curing system offers high dose performance, energy savings and consistent quality for wood coating applications.

A new emulsifier range enables high-performance, low-VOC waterborne alkyds, supporting a seamless transition from solvent-based formulations.

A high-precision balance scale with hands-free infrared tare and calibration offers accuracy and versatility for laboratory and industrial applications.

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