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Mixing, milling, testing and monitoring equipment used to manufacture coatings.

]]> https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2629 en-us 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.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114538 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114538-detecting-silicone-oil-on-surfaces-using-qcl-hyperspectral-imaging 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.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114526 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 Automated Batch Processing Reshapes Coatings Manufacturing Automation is improving throughput, consistency and safety while reducing waste across paint and coatings operations.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114507 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114507-five-ways-automated-batch-processing-optimizes-manufacturing-operations CTT Summit Abstract Deadline Approaches The Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit call for abstracts is in its final weeks, with rolling review continuing as the technical program takes shape. The deadline for submissions is April 10. 

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114506 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:43:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114506-ctt-summit-2026-call-for-abstracts-enters-final-weeks Comparative Evaluation of Electric and Manual Pencil Hardness Testing A technical comparison of electric and manual pencil hardness testing shows how speed, operator influence and automation affect coating hardness accuracy.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114385 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114385-comparative-evaluation-of-testing-methods-for-electric-and-manual-pencil-hardness-testers-with-analysis-of-key-influencing-factors Equipment Decisions Shaping Modern Paint and Coating Manufacturing Process and facility equipment choices influence dispersion quality, manufacturing efficiency and workforce productivity across modern paint and coating operations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114374 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114374-equipment-decisions-shaping-modern-paint-and-coating-manufacturing Guide to High-Temperature Masking A practical look at how high-temperature masking supports efficiency, surface quality and cost control in finishing operation.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114356 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114356-guide-to-high-temperature-masking The True Cost of Filling Equipment Total Cost of Ownership reveals how filling equipment choices affect maintenance, energy use, compliance risk and long-term production efficiency.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/114439 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/114439-the-true-cost-of-filling-equipment Dispersion Blades: Design, Function and Performance An overview of dispersion blade design, flow mechanics and best practices for achieving consistent particle dispersion in paint and coatings manufacturing.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114352 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114352-dispersion-blades-design-function-and-performance Inside the AI Shift in Coatings Industry leaders share real-world examples of how AI is reshaping coatings R&D, from data foundations to formulation speed, sourcing and talent strategy.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114284 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114284-inside-the-ai-shift-in-coatings High-Quality Cross-Sectioning for Automotive Body Paints Advanced cross-sectioning techniques show how femtosecond laser ablation improves analysis of multilayer automotive body paint systems.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114281 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:30:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114281-high-quality-cross-sectioning-for-automotive-body-paints Catching the Unseen Advanced oleophilic filtration technologies help automotive manufacturers prevent silicone oil defects, protect finish quality and maintain stable high-performance coating operations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114240 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114240-catching-the-unseen Combatting the Efficiency Slowdown in Transportation Manufacturing Sherwin-Williams outlines process changes, inventory control and training practices that helped customers improve throughput and operational reliability.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114202 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114202-break-the-bottleneck-combatting-the-efficiency-slowdown-in-transportation-manufacturing CO<sub>2</sub>-Efficient Paint Shop Design Advances Electric Drying and Smart Logistics Dürr’s latest paint shop project for Volkswagen brings together new electric drying, logistics updates and CO₂-saving strategies designed for high-volume production.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114201 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114201-cosub2-sub-efficient-paint-shop-design-advances-electric-drying-and-smart-logistics Real-Time Data Helps Manufacturers Boost Productivity Manufacturers struggle to act on real-time data despite widespread digital capture. This article examines how edge computing improves responsiveness and productivity.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/114154 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/114154-real-time-data-helps-manufacturers-boost-productivity Dorsey Trailer, Sherwin-Williams Streamline Finishing Sherwin-Williams and Dorsey Trailer announced a collaboration focused on boosting finishing throughput, color flexibility and corrosion performance at Dorsey’s Elba, Alabama facility.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114152 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114152-dorsey-trailer-sherwin-williams-streamline-finishing Dual Finishes Elevate a Curtain Wall Shamrock Trading Corporation’s headquarters pairs Linetec-finished PVDF exteriors with clear anodized interiors on a unitized system to streamline installation and performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114116 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114116-dual-finishes-elevate-a-curtain-wall Dürr Unveils Dry Coating and Cell Assembly Advances In Detroit, the company outlined a concept factory and a solvent-free electrode process positioned for pilot scale across EV and storage applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114098 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114098-durr-unveils-dry-coating-and-cell-assembly-advances Aerosol Paints: Technology, Challenges and Innovations This article details how aerosol paint systems align can design, propellants and water-based chemistries with air quality rules to ensure consistent performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114081 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:49:01 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114081-aerosol-paints-technology-challenges-and-innovations A Novel Approach for Applying 2K Coatings to Improve Outcomes and Reduce Cost Temperature control in 2K coating processes improves component mixing, induction time management and viscosity stability, helping manufacturers reduce waste and improve application outcomes.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114080 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 01:47:53 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114080-a-novel-approach-for-applying-2k-coatings-to-improve-outcomes-and-reduce-cost A New Way to Visually Evaluate Color New viewing tools help bridge the gap between visual perception and multiangle color measurements for evaluating modern interference pigments.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113954 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113954-a-new-way-to-visually-evaluate-color Smarter Dust Collection for Safer Blast Rooms Integrated ventilation and controls reduce exposure, cut regulatory risk and boost abrasive blasting performance.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113929 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113929-smarter-dust-collection-for-safer-blast-rooms Improving Facility Operations to Boost Worker Satisfaction and Productivity Upgraded equipment, materials and communication systems can improve safety, reduce fatigue and strengthen productivity across manufacturing operations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113916 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113916-improving-facility-operations-to-boost-worker-satisfaction-and-productivity PPG Examines Coatings That Power Smart Eyewear Anti-glare, hardcoat and UV-cure advances are pushing AR lenses toward clearer views, lighter builds and lower power needs.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113840 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113840-how-optical-coatings-are-powering-the-future-of-smart-eyewear-and-ar-devices Infrared-Reflective Coating Disrupts Facial Tracking A new lens coating reduces near-infrared facial recognition while maintaining clarity and durability.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113841 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113841-infrared-reflective-coating-aims-to-disrupt-facial-recognition-tracking How Purpose-Driven Leadership Is Reshaping Manufacturing Culture NCK Equipment’s hybrid model blends process engineering with community service, redefining leadership through purpose, empowerment and industry impact.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/113842 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/113842-how-purpose-driven-leadership-is-reshaping-manufacturing-culture Conveyor Innovations Boost Finishing Efficiency A look at why some finishers are upgrading to enclosed, spindle-driven systems for more consistent results.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113839 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113839-what-is-a-chain-on-edge-conveyor New Resin Systems for Bio-Based Farm Equipment Coatings Bio-based agricultural chemicals are degrading legacy finishes, pushing formulators to develop new resin systems that resist acids, microbes and ultraviolet exposure.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113816 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113816-agricultural-equipment-coatings-withstanding-new-bio-based-chemical-exposures Key Considerations for Selecting Pump Solutions to Ensure Safe and Efficient Operations With pandemic delays still fresh, the company touts leak-free, mag-drive tech and global supply access to keep operations moving.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113769 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 18:04:36 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113769-versatile-pump-solutions-for-handling-challenging-fluids Color Accuracy Depends on These Best Practices Standardized techniques ensure coatings consistency from factory floors to aerospace.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113751 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113751-best-practices-in-color-measurement