2021 April

Our April issue features three articles on pigments and color technology, as well as an article on water-based epoxy technologies for metal coating applications, new research on an innovative coating additive made from amphiphilic Janus particles that can alter the surface properties of a waterborne coating system, and much more.

Getting it Right: Formulating Color Efficiently and Sustainably

Jason Loehr

April 12, 2021

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Managing color can be challenging, but with a comprehensive digital color management system in place, it is possible to achieve accurate color quickly, sustainably and cost efficiently.

Al’s Frigid Fiasco

Keith M. Moody

April 18, 2021

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Al Kidd's first sign of a problem was the strong, acrid smell that burned his nose. What was the material in the drum that caused the smoke? What had caused the material to react so violently?

High Solids Epoxy: A Solution to the EPA’s VOC Regulations

Tommy O’Shaughnessy

April 18, 2021

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This article discusses what VOCs are, where they come from, and why high-solids coatings are so good at reducing VOC emissions.

A New Polyfunctional Aziridine Crosslinker

Jerry Petersheim

April 18, 2021

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A new difunctional water-based crosslinker is used to crosslink acid or carboxyl functional coatings, inks and adhesives to increase adhesion, physical and chemical properties.

China’s Changing Position in the Post-Pandemic World

Gerald Colamarino

April 18, 2021

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The outlook is positive for most TiO2 producers for 2021. Increasing demand and the limited ability of Chinese producers to respond fairs well for global players. Multiple factors, including feedstock, Chinese chloride capabilities, and product quality all will impact the long-term future of the industry.

Reducing Environmental Friction with High-Performance Coatings

Mobility, energy and general engineering operations benefit from lower energy consumption, reduced CO₂ emissions and longer equipment operating life

Stephen Armstrong

April 16, 2021

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Specialized coatings have an important role to play in reducing our environmental impact – energy consumption and carbon emissions of manufacturing and operations processes can be reduced significantly.

New Janus Particle Additives

For Creating Novel, Water-Resistant and Self-Stratified Coatings

Shan Jiang Ph.D. Yifan Li Rebecca Mort

April 14, 2021

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Recent research conducted at Iowa State University has developed an innovative coating additive made from amphiphilic Janus particles that can alter the surface properties of a waterborne coating system.

Coloring Our Future Lead-Free

Georg Doering Dr. Jana Heiler

April 6, 2021

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This article highlights the challenges of lead replacement and shows how modern pigment developments provide an alternative to lead chromate in coatings applications, and how the performance of lead-free formulations can be improved.

How Has the Pandemic Shifted Color Trends for 2022?

Kristin Johansson

April 8, 2021

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How has the pandemic impacted the color forecasting process? Has the pandemic increased the importance of color in different markets? Learn the answers to these questions and more!

Water-Based Epoxy Technologies for Metal Coating Applications

Dr. Daniel Suckley

April 5, 2021

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Water-based epoxy resin and curing agents have been developed that can used together as a system to provide corrosion protection coatings with low VOC content, less than 100 grams per liter.

NACD President Applauds Re-Introduction of DRIVE-Safe Act

March 24, 2021

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National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) President and CEO Eric R. Byer recently issued a statement regarding the re-introduction of the Develop Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE) Safe Act in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Worldwide Network of STEM Sector Professionals Is Launched

March 15, 2021

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NobleNet, a new global professional network dedicated to STEM and its rapidly converging markets across science, technology, engineering and mathematics, has recently launched.

Circa Group Completes €56 Million IPO, Begins Trading on Euronext Growth Oslo

March 15, 2021

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Biochemicals company Circa Group AS has successfully completed a private placement of 575 Norwegian Kroner (NOK) — approximately €56 million — in a transaction led by Pareto Securities and Sparebank 1 Markets in Oslo, at a post-money-market valuation of approximately NOK 2 billion (approximately €194 million).

The Electrocoat Association Hosts Webinar in June

March 18, 2021

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The Electrocoat Association continues its Finisher’s Guide to Electrocoat webinar series with "Basics of Electrocoat" on June 8, 2021.

Axalta Expands Energy Solutions Portfolio with Acquisition of Chinese Producer Of Wire Enamels for Electric Devices

March 18, 2021

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Axalta has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Anhui Shengran Insulating Materials Co. Ltd., a leading Chinese producer of wire enamels used in a wide range of consumer electronics, electric vehicle and industrial applications.

Stahl Announces It Will Focus on Four Key Strategic Areas

March 16, 2021

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Stahl announced that it plans to further apply its focus and efforts on four areas of strategic importance: digital transformation, open innovation, renewable feedstocks and sustainable development.

Chemetall Receives the European Supplier Award from Novelis

March 18, 2021

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The Surface Treatment business unit of BASF's Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, has received the European Supplier Award 2020 from Novelis.

BASF Honors Azelis Americas CASE, Southwest Region

March 10, 2021

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Azelis Americas CASE, Southwest region received the BASF Dispersions and Resins Distributor Team of the Year Award for outstanding sales performance.

UK Start-Up Raises $1.2 Million to Expand Sales of Smart Corrosion Inhibitors

March 18, 2021

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UK-based manufacturing start-up Hexigone Inhibitors Ltd. has received a $1.2 million investment to expand global sales of its smart corrosion inhibitors, which are reported to offer superior protection and a sustainable solution to key industries worldwide.

IBC from SCHÜTZ GmbH & Co.

April 1, 2021

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The Ecobulk SX-D is specially fitted with a steel hull to provide extensive protection against fire and withstand even extreme conditions.

Antiviral Coating from PharmaPaint

April 1, 2021

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MP55 Antiviral Paint Technology has proven to be effective against human coronavirus SARS–CoV-2.

Sanitary Ribbon Blender from Charles Ross & Son Co.

April 1, 2021

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This new design allows an operator to safely empty bags of powder through a bar grating while a contiguous vibrating tray assembly catches foreign debris and off-spec ingredients.

Chemical Free Moisture Analysis from AMETEK Brookfield

April 1, 2021

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The Computrac® Vapor Pro® XL Autosampler increases the efficiency of the Vapor Pro's moisture-specific analysis technology with its ability to analyze up to 16 samples automatically with individual test profiles.

Walk-In Oven from The Grieve Corp.

April 1, 2021

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No. 1019 is a 500 ºF electrically heated walk-in batch oven currently used for curing coatings onto large discs.

Graphene Nanotube Concentrates from OCSiAl Group

April 1, 2021

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Recently developed graphene nanotube (single wall carbon nanotube) concentrates for powder coating formulations have expanded a line of nanotube products to all types of epoxy formulations.

Continuous Hybrid Reactor from Readco Kurimoto

April 1, 2021

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Devised to facilitate safe, efficient, repeatable chemical reactions, the Readco Continuous Hybrid Reactor features a proprietary design that develops a deep vacuum to promote a high level of control over heat transfer rate, residence time, mixing intensity and other reaction conditions.

Microspheres from TRAMACO GmbH

April 1, 2021

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TRAMACO's microspheres are filled with a physical foaming agent that is encapsulated in a polymeric shell and strongly expands under the influence of heat while keeping the increased volume during cooling.

ON DEMAND: EPA published a regulation proposal around N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) in June 2024 to ban or limit NMP in many applications, such as paints and coatings and their removers. N-butylpyrrolidone (NBP) is a powerful and versatile solvent for a variety of industries looking for alternatives to substance of very high concern (SVHC)-listed solvents.

PCI eMagazine

Feature Articles

Getting it Right: Formulating Color Efficiently and Sustainably

Al’s Frigid Fiasco

High Solids Epoxy: A Solution to the EPA’s VOC Regulations

A New Polyfunctional Aziridine Crosslinker

China’s Changing Position in the Post-Pandemic World

Reducing Environmental Friction with High-Performance Coatings

New Janus Particle Additives

Coloring Our Future Lead-Free

How Has the Pandemic Shifted Color Trends for 2022?

Water-Based Epoxy Technologies for Metal Coating Applications

News

NACD President Applauds Re-Introduction of DRIVE-Safe Act

Worldwide Network of STEM Sector Professionals Is Launched

Circa Group Completes €56 Million IPO, Begins Trading on Euronext Growth Oslo

The Electrocoat Association Hosts Webinar in June

Axalta Expands Energy Solutions Portfolio with Acquisition of Chinese Producer Of Wire Enamels for Electric Devices

Stahl Announces It Will Focus on Four Key Strategic Areas

Chemetall Receives the European Supplier Award from Novelis

BASF Honors Azelis Americas CASE, Southwest Region

UK Start-Up Raises $1.2 Million to Expand Sales of Smart Corrosion Inhibitors

Products

IBC from SCHÜTZ GmbH & Co.

Antiviral Coating from PharmaPaint

Sanitary Ribbon Blender from Charles Ross & Son Co.

Chemical Free Moisture Analysis from AMETEK Brookfield

Walk-In Oven from The Grieve Corp.

Graphene Nanotube Concentrates from OCSiAl Group

Continuous Hybrid Reactor from Readco Kurimoto

Microspheres from TRAMACO GmbH

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