PCI Magazine PCI is the global voice that offers technical solutions for the coatings, inks and adhesives industries, targeting formulators and manufacturers. https://www.pcimag.com/rss/articles AkzoNobel Moves to Exit Another Market AkzoNobel announced a divestment agreement tied to its ongoing portfolio review strategy, with closing expected later this year.

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114558-akzonobel-moves-to-exit-another-market http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114558 CTT Summit Extends Speaker Deadline Coatings professionals now have more time to submit technical abstracts, as organizers look to expand the September program.


]]> Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114543-ctt-summit-extends-call-for-speakers-deadline http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114543 Iran Conflict Drives Raw Material Price Increases Suppliers across multiple raw material categories are raising prices as energy, shipping and feedstock disruptions persist.

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:33:23 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114544-iran-conflict-drives-broader-coatings-raw-material-price-increases http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114544 Paint Recycling Program Expands to Another State A new rollout adds infrastructure and access for paint recycling, building momentum behind stewardship efforts.


]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114557-paint-recycling-program-expands-to-new-state http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114557 RPM Posts Record Quarter as Margins Expand Strong performance across key segments contributed to growth, with more detail emerging in the latest results.


]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114556-rpm-reports-record-fiscal-2026-third-quarter-sales-and-earnings http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114556 RPM Names New Leadership RPM International Inc. announced leadership changes aimed at supporting growth and operational efficiency across its consumer segment.

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114555-rpm-names-new-leadership http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114555 WYN Polymers Expands Capacity With New Reactor Startup WYN Polymers announced a new reactor startup designed to increase production capacity and support demand for water-based polymer systems.

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114553-wyn-polymers-expands-capacity-with-new-reactor-startup http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114553 IMCD Expands Leadership Across the Americas New appointments point to continued regional focus and evolving commercial strategy.

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114552-imcd-expands-regional-leadership-across-north-and-central-america http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114552 Sherwin-Williams Expands Coil Coatings Capacity A major investment targets growing demand across metal building applications and related markets.

]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114551-sherwin-williams-expands-coil-coatings-production-footprint http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114551 Songwon Expands Price Increases Across Product Portfolio Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. announced additional price increases tied to continued disruption in feedstock and supply conditions.

]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114550-songwon-expands-price-increases-across-product-portfolio http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114550 What to Expect at the American Coatings Show 2026 Preview ACS 2026, featuring technical sessions, key formulation trends, and networking opportunities shaping the future of the coatings industry.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114542-what-to-expect-at-the-american-coatings-show-2026 http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114542 American Coatings Show 2024 American Coatings Show + Conference logo Global Coating Resins Market Trends, Sustainability Drivers and Emerging Industry Opportunities Global coating resins demand is rising as sustainability regulations, emerging markets and bio-based technologies reshape binder innovation and coatings formulation strategies.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114541-global-coating-resins-market-trends-sustainability-drivers-and-emerging-industry-opportunities http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114541 Elevating Performance Across the Coatings Landscape Advances in acrylic and vinyl acrylic resin technologies improve hiding efficiency, durability and sustainability across interior and exterior architectural coating formulations.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114540-elevating-performance-across-the-coatings-landscape http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114540 Syensqo, Shell Partner on Lower-Carbon Ethylene Oxide Solutions Syensqo and Shell Chemicals Europe B.V. announced a collaboration to supply lower-carbon ethylene oxide-based ingredients for industrial and agricultural markets.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114554-syensqo-shell-partner-on-lower-carbon-ethylene-oxide-solutions http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114554 DIC Announces Price Increases for Epoxy Resins and Curing Agents DIC Corporation announced additional pricing actions tied to escalating raw material and operating costs linked to global market conditions.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114549-dic-announces-price-increases-for-epoxy-resins-and-curing-agents http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114549 CPI Launches Hybrid, Year-Round Professional Development Program The redesigned training program features virtual and in-person courses spanning polyurethane chemistry and materials applications.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114545-cpi-launches-hybrid-year-round-professional-development-program http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114545 Wet vs. Dry Electrode Coating: Evaluating Process Tradeoffs in Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing Wet coating remains dominant while dry processes gain traction, as manufacturers weigh cost, scalability and performance tradeoffs in electrode production.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114539-wet-vs-dry-electrode-coating-evaluating-process-tradeoffs-in-lithium-ion-battery-manufacturing http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114539 Thinking About Replacing PFAS in Your Formulation? Silicone compounds are a natural fit for many PFAS applications.

]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114537-thinking-about-replacing-pfas-in-your-formulation http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114537 ACC, OSHA Renew Safety Collaboration An updated agreement signals continued focus on training, outreach and workplace safety initiatives.

]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114548-acc-osha-sign-ambassador-alliance-agreement http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114548 Adhesive Training Program Targets Early Career Talent A university partnership is giving engineering students hands-on exposure to automation and process control, with implications for future manufacturing roles.


]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114547-adhesive-technology-training-program-delivers-early-career-results http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114547 Detecting Silicone Oil on Surfaces Using QCL Hyperspectral Imaging QCL hyperspectral imaging identifies silicone oil on surfaces, combining infrared spectroscopy with spatial mapping to support contamination detection and process control.

]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114538-detecting-silicone-oil-on-surfaces-using-qcl-hyperspectral-imaging http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114538 Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in Chemical Distribution and Beyond Labor shortages and generational shifts are reshaping chemical distribution, prompting companies to rethink recruitment, workforce development and STEM pipelines across supply chains.

]]> Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114536-attracting-and-retaining-top-talent-in-chemical-distribution-and-beyond http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114536 Nouryon Expands Pricing Actions Across Key Product Lines Nouryon announced additional pricing adjustments tied to ongoing cost pressures impacting global petrochemical markets.

]]> Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114546-nouryon-expands-pricing-actions-across-key-product-lines http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114546 Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Opens Door to Potential Refunds RadTech shared industry guidance following a ruling that invalidated certain tariffs and raised questions around refund eligibility.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114534-supreme-court-tariff-ruling-may-trigger-refund-opportunities http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114534 Nouryon Announces Global Price Increase Nouryon announced a pricing move tied to ongoing feedstock and energy cost pressures affecting chemical supply chains.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114530-nouryon-announces-global-price-increase http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114530 Syensqo Materials Support NASA’s Artemis II Mission The company’s materials played a role in propulsion system reliability.


]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114529-syensqo-materials-support-nasas-crewed-lunar-mission http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114529 DKSH Takeover Bid Rejected by Malaysia Unit Shareholders Minority shareholders declined the company’s offer to acquire remaining shares in its Malaysia business.

]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114528-dksh-takeover-bid-for-malaysia-unit-rejected http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114528 2026 Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit Connects Research to Application The 2026 Coatings Trends & Technologies (CTT) Summit, taking place September 15–17 in Lombard, Illinois, is now accepting abstracts, with the call for speakers closing April 10.

]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114527-2026-coatings-trends-and-technologies-summit-connects-research-to-application http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114527 CTT logo Surface Preparation Showdown: Dunk It, Sand It, Spray It or Blast It? Surface preparation remains the most influential variable determining coating service life. This article evaluates prevailing metal surface preparation technologies, analyzes industry-specific pretreatment selection criteria and reviews emerging innovations in this space.

]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114526-surface-preparation-showdown-dunk-it-sand-it-spray-it-or-blast-it http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114526 Arclin Closes $1.8B DuPont Unit Acquisition The deal expands Arclin’s portfolio and strengthens its position across key materials markets.

]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114532-arclin-completes-18b-acquisition http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114532