Weekly Web Articles

What Makes a Paint Asthma & Allergy Friendly?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Benjamin Moore and certification experts discuss low odor, zero-VOC coatings and the testing standards used to evaluate indoor air quality performance.

Bangladesh’s Paint Industry Sees Rise of Female Painters

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Market growth is driving workforce shifts, with training programs expanding access and addressing labor gaps in application services.

How CMG Thinks About Color Direction Beyond a Single Year

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A two-part Coat It! podcast conversation with Montaha Hidefi previews how CMG approaches long-range color forecasting for 2027+.

Inside the Process Behind Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year reflects macro trends, longevity and how decorative color decisions intersect with coatings strategy.

Copper-Anodized Sun Shading and Curtain Wall Systems Shape New Chemistry Lab

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Copper-anodized aluminum, fluoropolymer coatings, and curtain wall systems support durability, daylighting and sustainability at a renovated University of Minnesota chemistry facility.

VOCs in Paint and Coatings: Sources, Risks and Benchmarks

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A technical overview examines VOC sources, health considerations and measurement benchmarks with attention to low-VOC paint formulations.

As One Chapter Closes: Lessons From a Career in B2B Publishing

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A longtime PCI publisher reflects on industry change, editorial independence and how B2B media has evolved alongside coatings

MEKO Phaseouts Drive Shift Toward Alkoxy Silicone Roof Coatings

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

As MEKO faces increasing regulatory scrutiny, alkoxy silicone roof coatings are gaining attention for reduced emissions and adhesion performance.

Dispersion Blades: Design, Function and Performance

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

An overview of dispersion blade design, flow mechanics and best practices for achieving consistent particle dispersion in paint and coatings manufacturing.

Rehabilitating a Municipal Water Tower with Protective Coatings

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A coastal water tower rehabilitation paired advanced coating systems with detailed application control to deliver corrosion protection, color retention and long-term potable water performance.

Growing Medical Device Demand Drives Global Medical Coatings Market

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Medical device demand, active coating technologies and regional healthcare investment continue to expand the global medical coatings market.

Managing Freeze-Thaw Stress in Reinforced Concrete Structures

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Freeze-thaw cycling drives cracking and corrosion in reinforced concrete structures, highlighting the role of water repellents and corrosion inhibitors.

Anti-Pollution Paint Targets Urban Air Quality in Bangladesh

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:05:00 -0500

Air-purifying paint technologies are being developed to address rising air pollution and indoor exposure risks in densely populated urban environments.

Liquid-Like Chromosome Coatings Reveal New Mechanism for Protecting DNA During Cell Division

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

New research shows mitotic chromosomes are coated in a liquid-like layer that absorbs mechanical stress and helps prevent DNA damage during cell division.

Protective Coating Strategies Safeguard Sioux Falls Wastewater Expansion

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Advanced coating systems protect new and rehabilitated wastewater infrastructure in Sioux Falls, supporting long-term durability under severe immersion and corrosive conditions.

PPG Brings AI-Designed Robotic Mural to Life at Czech Street Art Festival

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

PPG announced its waterborne basecoat technology was used in an AI-designed robotic mural created during a live public art event in the Czech Republic.

Reimagining Color Through Sensory Design for the Visually Impaired

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A sensory innovation translates 70 colors into tactile and auditory experiences, expanding accessibility for blind and low-vision users through Cromopoems.

Wacker Chemical Honors Two Longest-Serving Team Members

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Two longtime employees at Wacker Chemical’s Calvert City site mark more than a century of combined service and contributions to polymer binders.

Nanoscale Fletching Enables Low-PFAS Repellent Coating Alternative

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Researchers engineered a silicone-based coating that repels water and oil while significantly reducing PFAS content compared to traditional non-stick materials.

Industrial Paint and Coatings 101

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A primer on alkyd resins, including formulation, oil length effects, curing chemistry and their role in industrial coatings.

Dorsey Trailer, Sherwin-Williams Streamline Finishing

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Sherwin-Williams and Dorsey Trailer announced a collaboration focused on boosting finishing throughput, color flexibility and corrosion performance at Dorsey’s Elba, Alabama facility.

Dürr Unveils Dry Coating and Cell Assembly Advances

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In Detroit, the company outlined a concept factory and a solvent-free electrode process positioned for pilot scale across EV and storage applications.

From Surface Solutions to a Broader, Quicker Portfolio

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:44:49 -0400

In an exclusive PCI interview, Susonity leaders explain how four sites, lab support and supply security anchor its next phase.

Market Report Highlights Eco-Friendly Shift in U.S. Paint and Coatings

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A new report explores how bio-based, waterborne and low-VOC technologies are transforming the American paints and coatings market.

Durable Glass Coating Could Reduce Energy Costs

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Rice University researchers developed a boron nitride-based glass coating that resists wear and reduces heat loss for greater energy efficiency.

Polyurea Roofing System Enhances Rashid Centre Facilities

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

DELTA Coatings announced a charitable project that provided new roof insulation and waterproofing for the Rashid Centre in Dubai.

Are Weather-Responsive Coatings the Future of Architecture?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Calls for climate-responsive architecture are growing as weather patterns become more extreme and unpredictable. Learn how coatings may be able to play a role.

Additives at Work: Where Science Meets Aesthetics

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0400

A closer look at the top additives transforming paint formulations for durability, aesthetics, and compliance.

Cooling Paint Lowers Temperatures Without Energy Consumption

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400

A new passive cooling paint from SRI reflects solar radiation and emits heat, lowering surface temperatures without consuming energy.

Designing Automotive Interiors for the Senses and Sustainability

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400

Stahl outlines how coatings impact sight, smell, touch and sound — and how sensory design supports sustainable mobility.