2023 January

PCI’s January issue discusses stain- and soil-resistant self-matting coatings, sliding vane pumps for low-viscosity liquids, the role of smart marine coatings in meeting CII requirements, and the NACD’s 2023 takeaways, among other topics.

A Divided Congress: 2023 Takeaways

Eric Byer

January 5, 2023

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This edition of Distributor Dive, a new quarterly column written by the NACD, comments on the potential impacts of a divided Congress on the paint and coatings industry and its supply chain partners, including chemical distributors.

Selecting the Right Resin for Your Coating

Mike Praw

January 6, 2023

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This column covers how to go about selecting the right resin for your coating.

Powder coatings used on wood?

Kevin Biller

January 9, 2023

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I have a technical question to ask. I hope you have the answer. I read some non-technical articles mentioning powder coatings used on wood. How is this possible when wood is a non-magnetic material?

Anti-Soiling Properties and Coffee Stain Resistance

A Novel Self-Matting Coating for Automotive Interior Applications

LANXESS

January 10, 2023

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A unique compound based on a new self-matting PU dispersion (PUD) offers excellent physical and chemical performance. This PUD is optimized to meet the latest requirements for anti-soiling and coffee stain resistance for automotive interior finishes.

The Role of Smart Marine Coatings in Meeting CII Requirements

Ryan Ingham Marciel Gaier Ph.D. Ilia Rodionov Ph.D. Mo AlGermozi

January 11, 2023

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The new era of hard foul release marine coatings can maintain an optimal CII rating for vessel owners through superior mechanical properties and the ability to maintain low hull roughness and skin-friction drag.

Solving Solvents: The Case for Sliding Vanes

Sliding vane pumps offer potent processing option for low-viscosity liquids

Chris Hordyk

January 12, 2023

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Multiple industries rely on process pumps for handling a variety of substances, such as solvents. One of the primary obstacles is keeping them contained within the pump and the associated systems. While solvents are not simple substances to process, there is one pump technology capable of handling them seamlessly. This article looks at sliding vane pumps and why they are one of the best-suited process technologies for solvents.

Paint Film System Can Replace EV Automotive Paint Lines

December 9, 2022

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The benefits of replacing paint lines with paint film systems have been recognized earlier, but difficult to implement due to the infrastructure for traditional paint already in place. Now, with new plants being built to manufacture electric vehicles and greater emphasis on sustainability, paint film systems are becoming more realistic alternatives to paint lines.

New Multi-Faceted Spectrophotometer from Konica Minolta

December 12, 2022

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Konica Minolta’s CM-M6 is a portable, multi-angle spectrophotometer for measuring metallic, pearlescent, and other complex automotive paints that uses a patented double-path illumination system, with directed 45° illumination, and six-angle observation, from two sides, to accurately measure painted parts on the automotive production floor.

New Vertical Piston Pumps from Dürr

December 13, 2022

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With five different versions of the EcoPump2 VP covering a pressure range from 22 to 306 bar, the pump is suitable for applying paints, high-viscosity materials, and adhesives to furniture, steel constructions, and others. It can also handle acidic hardeners commonly used in the 2K process in the North American market without difficulty.

New Vortex Rapid Prep Flap Discs from Norton

November 16, 2022

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Norton’s Vortex agglomerated aluminum-oxide grain technology enables the cutting power of a coarser grit, while producing a finer finish in one abrasive disc solution.

New Black Pigment from Shepherd Color Company

November 18, 2022

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This new pigment has a jet masstone color and high tint strength. Anticipated uses for Black 10G982 are high durability and heat coatings, such as coil and extrusion, automotive, industrial, architectural, powder, and other coatings.

New Vortex Paint Mixer from Paul N. Gardner USA

November 18, 2022

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The Vortex Paint Mixer is designed to offer an easy solution for paint, hardware, and decorating stores. The paint mixer is quiet, easy-to-use, requires low maintenance, and is compatible with can sizes up to 1 gallon.

New Reflectance Benchtop Spectrophotometers from X-Rite

December 12, 2022

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Used as part of a digital workflow, the Ci7830 and Ci7630 can deliver the measurement precision required to communicate, share, and coordinate color-critical values and specifications across the supply chain. Both instruments bring a level of reliability, traceability, and accuracy to the digital color workflow.

New Inline High-Shear Mixer from ROSS

December 1, 2022

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Engineered for high-speed and high-volume mixing requirements, this device offers a straightforward method of wetting out powders and creating a fine immediate dispersion, reducing the occurrence of floating powders, lumps, and agglomerates.

Information, Inspiration, and Networking

Kristin Johansson

January 16, 2023

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Read highlights from The Coating Summit 2022. This auspicious gathering of industry icons to exchange views, share insights, and be inspired provides a unique opportunity for coatings industry executives to gather in one place for interactive sessions that address a wide range of topics, from business strategy and economic forecasts to sustainability and new technology.

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.

In this webinar, Raphael Schaller, CTO of Collano, shares how his team envisioned their data to make it usable for AI-driven materials discovery. He reflects on what he would do differently if starting over, and how adopting the Citrine Platform has accelerated learning, collaboration, and innovation across the organization.

PCI eMagazine

Feature Articles

A Divided Congress: 2023 Takeaways

Selecting the Right Resin for Your Coating

Powder coatings used on wood?

Anti-Soiling Properties and Coffee Stain Resistance

The Role of Smart Marine Coatings in Meeting CII Requirements

Solving Solvents: The Case for Sliding Vanes

Products

Paint Film System Can Replace EV Automotive Paint Lines

New Multi-Faceted Spectrophotometer from Konica Minolta

New Vertical Piston Pumps from Dürr

New Vortex Rapid Prep Flap Discs from Norton

New Black Pigment from Shepherd Color Company

New Vortex Paint Mixer from Paul N. Gardner USA

New Reflectance Benchtop Spectrophotometers from X-Rite

New Inline High-Shear Mixer from ROSS

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