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2024 January

Our January issue focuses on high-performance coatings, manufacturing, testing, and curing equipment, low-VOC technology, and the latest in digitalization and artificial intelligence in the industry. 

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Turning Over a New Leaf

Growth, Evolution, Interconnectivity, and Collaboration
Eric Byer
January 2, 2024
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Both the paint and coatings and chemical distribution industries are undergoing various changes, which have brought new technological advancements and sustainability initiatives to the forefront of their businesses. These changes ensure that companies, end users, partners, and producers remain competitive in an evolving global landscape.


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The Truth About Digital Formulation

How Digital Coatings Formulation Platforms Can Help Accelerate Innovation
Dan Wu Ph.D.
January 2, 2024
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The coatings formulation process looks a lot like it did 30 years ago, with spreadsheets, notebooks, and time-consuming rounds of hands-on testing. By combining powerful data and decades of knowledge, digital coatings formulation platforms help to enhance the formulation process, streamline testing, improve the customer experience, and more, revolutionizing the industry.


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Specialty Coatings Market Set to Surpass $4.6 Billion by 2032

Global Market Insights Inc.
January 2, 2024
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The specialty coatings market’s projected growth is driven by technological innovation, environmental consciousness, and industry-specific demands. As industries continue to seek tailored solutions for their unique challenges, the market is set to play an increasingly pivotal role in shaping the future of numerous sectors worldwide. This Global Market Insights market report details the current and future market drivers. 


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The Many Benefits of Pump Maintenance

Edison Brito
January 3, 2024
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Pumps play an essential role in the success of processing industries across the globe. While pumps are versatile pieces of equipment, they also are not impervious to wear, which in turn impacts performance. This article highlights the importance of centrifugal pump maintenance, while also revealing the areas to focus on for getting the most out of a process pump.


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Digital Transformation in the Chemicals Industry

An insider's insights into the process
Kristin Johansson
January 3, 2024
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Global industries continue to embrace digitalization at an ever-increasing speed. PCI’s Chief Editor, Kristin Johansson, interviewed an online chemical marketplace to gain insight surrounding digital transformation in the coatings industry.


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Creating Next-Generation Air and Space Coatings in the Modern Age

Creating Next-Generation Air and Space Coatings in the Modern Age

Pennie Burnham
January 3, 2024
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As the aerospace (AS) industry pushes for next-generation surface coating technologies to protect materials exposed to harsh air and space environments, coatings manufacturers dive deep to provide higher-performing coatings. The addition of additives to both existing and emerging technologies provides coating manufacturers with a path to innovate for these modern and changing times.


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CCS Controlled Containment System

December 13, 2023
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“CCS” controlled containment system enclosures are engineered to safely contain and control airborne particulate to and from sampling procedures. Dispensing from drums and weighing procedures are typical applications. 


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Custom Mixing Systems from INDCO

December 13, 2023
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The company introduced its custom mixer system capability - complete custom mixing systems designed to optimize unique process parameters.


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Shimadzu Releases New Series of Compact FTIR Spectrophotometers

December 13, 2023
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The IRSpirit-X series features the smallest Shimadzu FTIRs, with an installation space the size of an A3 sheet of paper or smaller and a weight of 8.5 kg.


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Tnemec Releases New Epoxy Penetrating Sealers

December 13, 2023
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Series 108 and 109 bring additional performance and convenience features to the marketplace, such as extended pot life and recoat windows, low-temperature cure, shipping and packaging advantages, and more.


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Covestro Launches New PU Dispersion

December 13, 2023
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The new aqueous and partially bio-based product can be used to produce, among other things, trims for car interiors.


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ECKART Expands Product Range of Silver-Effect Pigments

December 13, 2023
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The new pigment can be used for radar-transparent painting of vehicles and add-on parts.


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AkzoNobel Launches Low-Energy Powder Coating

November 16, 2023
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Curing at temperatures 30 °C lower than traditional powder coatings means, the new coating can help customers cut energy consumption by as much as 20%.


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PPG Launches PPG DP7000 Air-Dry Primer in EMEA Automotive Refinish Markets

November 24, 2023
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The primer saves bodyshops time and energy thanks to fast air drying, helping to increase productivity and profitability and reduce environmental impact.


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Editor's Viewpoint

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New Year, New Offerings

Kristin Johansson
January 4, 2024
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PCI has introduced our Lifetime Achievement Award. Learn who qualifies, and how to nominate your industry hero! This exciting addition is only one of the new things PCI has to offer for 2024. 


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