Image courtesy of: MR.SUTIN YUUKRUNG (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Information on the materials and technologies available to formulate industrial and protective coatings. https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2634 en-us Recorded live at the 2026 CTT Summit, IPG Photonics' Chance Willis explains how laser cleaning and curing could shorten powder coating production times, reduce equipment footprints and create new opportunities for coating formulators. Recorded live at the 2026 CTT Summit, IPG Photonics' Chance Willis explains how laser cleaning and curing could shorten powder coating production times, reduce equipment footprints and create new opportunities for coating formulators.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115456 Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115456-video-laser-curing-could-change-powder-coating-production Recorded live at the 2026 CTT Summit, Ink Invent CEO Paul Mijnen explains how Crystal Glass Pigments and new color measurement technology could improve the visibility of vehicles to human eyes and automotive sensors. Recorded live at the 2026 CTT Summit, Ink Invent CEO Paul Mijnen explains how Crystal Glass Pigments and new color measurement technology could improve the visibility of vehicles to human eyes and automotive sensors.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115438 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115438-video-can-coatings-make-vehicles-more-visible Grand View Research projects 6.5% annual growth for coating additives, with sustainability, infrastructure investment and higher performance expectations helping shape the market outlook. Grand View Research projects 6.5% annual growth for coating additives, with sustainability, infrastructure investment and higher performance expectations helping shape the market outlook.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115428 Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115428-coating-additives-market-outlook-for-2026-and-beyond Courtney Bassett reflects on her first CTT Summit as PCI’s chief editor, from abstract selection and moderator support to student research, panel planning and industry conversations. Courtney Bassett reflects on her first CTT Summit as PCI’s chief editor, from abstract selection and moderator support to student research, panel planning and industry conversations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/115406 Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/115406-thats-a-wrap-on-ctt-summit-2026 An emissions-control specialist explains how capture design, oxidizer selection, heat recovery and future capacity shape VOC-control decisions for coating operations. An emissions-control specialist explains how capture design, oxidizer selection, heat recovery and future capacity shape VOC-control decisions for coating operations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115405 Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115405-voc-control-in-coatings-manufacturing-planning-beyond-todays-permit Watch the first PCI News Now for updates on a self-repairing waterborne coating, Evonik’s planned German site closures, Ford’s $1 billion Kentucky paint shop and PCI’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award. Watch the first PCI News Now for updates on a self-repairing waterborne coating, Evonik’s planned German site closures, Ford’s $1 billion Kentucky paint shop and PCI’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115403 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115403-pci-news-now-self-repairing-coating-evonik-closures-and-fords-1b-paint-shop Polyamide wax additives form reversible three-dimensional networks that help waterborne coatings balance pigment suspension, sag resistance, application flow and structural recovery after shear. Polyamide wax additives form reversible three-dimensional networks that help waterborne coatings balance pigment suspension, sag resistance, application flow and structural recovery after shear.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115398 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:13:26 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115398-optimizing-rheology-in-waterborne-industrial-coatings-with-polyamide-wax-additives A FEVE-polyester powder topcoat showed differences in flexibility and gloss retention. Hear the researchers explain the results and the processing decisions behind them. A FEVE-polyester powder topcoat showed differences in flexibility and gloss retention. Hear the researchers explain the results and the processing decisions behind them.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115401 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115401-podcast-what-a-one-pass-powder-topcoat-test-revealed PPG researchers explore how thermolatent tin catalyst design changes the balance between working time and low-temperature cure in polyurethane coatings. PPG researchers explore how thermolatent tin catalyst design changes the balance between working time and low-temperature cure in polyurethane coatings.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115394 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115394-thermolatent-tin-catalysts-for-low-temperature-polyurethane-cure A PPG scientist traces his path from molecular research to customer problems, including corrosion protection, application efficiency and the teams behind innovation. A PPG scientist traces his path from molecular research to customer problems, including corrosion protection, application efficiency and the teams behind innovation.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115386 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115386-podcast-from-molecular-research-to-coatings-innovation-a-conversation-with-kalsani Waterborne durability, pigment efficiency, renewable feedstocks and major supply decisions are reshaping what formulators need from binders. Waterborne durability, pigment efficiency, renewable feedstocks and major supply decisions are reshaping what formulators need from binders.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115273 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115273-the-resin-developments-defining-2026 A single-pass co-extrusion study compared the fluoropolymer-polyester system with a standard polyester control. A single-pass co-extrusion study compared the fluoropolymer-polyester system with a standard polyester control.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115251 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115251-advancing-pigmented-powder-coating-topcoats-via-resin-blending-and-single-pass-extrusion-processing CTT opened today, Sept. 15, with short courses, and the full conference program begins tomorrow with in-person sessions and free livestream access to three select presentations. CTT opened today, Sept. 15, with short courses, and the full conference program begins tomorrow with in-person sessions and free livestream access to three select presentations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115249 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:56:50 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115249-ctt-conference-kicks-off-tomorrow-select-sessions-available-live-online Dennis Karnstein of The Pittsburgh Paints Company discusses commercial and industrial coatings demand, product innovation, supply chain pressures and technology investments. Dennis Karnstein of The Pittsburgh Paints Company discusses commercial and industrial coatings demand, product innovation, supply chain pressures and technology investments.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115215 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115215-product-innovation-for-pros The registrations give shipowners vessel-level examples of how hull coating selections can affect propulsion demand and GHG ratings. The registrations give shipowners vessel-level examples of how hull coating selections can affect propulsion demand and GHG ratings.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115204 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115204-nippon-paint-marine-logs-2-557-coated-vessels-on-rightship The fastest-growing digital facilities have hidden surface demands, and coatings are being asked to solve problems far beyond corrosion. The fastest-growing digital facilities have hidden surface demands, and coatings are being asked to solve problems far beyond corrosion.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115168 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115168-how-coatings-are-powering-the-data-center-boom A side-by-side study finds formulation variables can shift stability, weathering and corrosion performance in unexpected ways. A side-by-side study finds formulation variables can shift stability, weathering and corrosion performance in unexpected ways.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115167 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115167-a-comprehensive-evaluation-of-pvdf-water-based-resins-for-exterior-coatings-performance Line speed, substrate variability and color control are pulling coatings suppliers deeper into factory-floor problem solving. Line speed, substrate variability and color control are pulling coatings suppliers deeper into factory-floor problem solving.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/115059 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/115059-what-50-years-of-industrial-wood-finishing-teaches-us-about-the-future-of-manufacturing Tests in water-reducible and high-solids enamels compare dispersion, viscosity, suspension stability and sag resistance across aqueous and solvent systems. Tests in water-reducible and high-solids enamels compare dispersion, viscosity, suspension stability and sag resistance across aqueous and solvent systems.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115043 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115043-attapulgite-thixotropic-thickeners Sea-urchin-like particles trap visible light, retain near-infrared reflectance and provide hiding in films around 10 μm thick. Sea-urchin-like particles trap visible light, retain near-infrared reflectance and provide hiding in films around 10 μm thick.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115042 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115042-an-ultra-low-reflectance-structural-black-pigment-and-the-optical-behavior-of-its-coating-films Supply chain, R&D, formulation and color matching are among the use cases, but security, accuracy and governance remain significant barriers. Supply chain, R&D, formulation and color matching are among the use cases, but security, accuracy and governance remain significant barriers.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115040 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115040-artificial-intelligence-in-the-chemical-and-coatings-industries State, federal and EU actions are creating overlapping reporting, product-use and documentation demands, making 2026 a key compliance year. State, federal and EU actions are creating overlapping reporting, product-use and documentation demands, making 2026 a key compliance year.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115009 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115009-pfas-update-2026 Cure speed, modulus, adhesion and potable-water requirements can push concrete projects toward very different choices. Cure speed, modulus, adhesion and potable-water requirements can push concrete projects toward very different choices.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114937 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114937-polyurea-vs-polyurethane-chemistry-for-concrete-waterproofing Diamond Vogel reported 2025 sales of $225 million-$250 million as it sharpened its manufacturing focus and restructured its architectural retail business. Diamond Vogel reported 2025 sales of $225 million-$250 million as it sharpened its manufacturing focus and restructured its architectural retail business.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114868 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:40:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114868-2026-pci-25-no-10-diamond-vogel Ultimate Linings reported $160 million in 2025 coatings sales, supported by polyurea manufacturing, technical service and application expertise across industrial markets. Ultimate Linings reported $160 million in 2025 coatings sales, supported by polyurea manufacturing, technical service and application expertise across industrial markets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114870 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:20:06 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114870-2026-pci-25-no-12-ultimate-linings-llc Cardinal Paint and Powder reported $105 million in 2025 coatings sales and announced a Decatur expansion supporting manufacturing, laboratory and corporate operations. Cardinal Paint and Powder reported $105 million in 2025 coatings sales and announced a Decatur expansion supporting manufacturing, laboratory and corporate operations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114874 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:40:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114874-2026-pci-25-no-15-cardinal-paint-and-powder-inc Fenix Specialty Performance Coatings reported $75 million in 2025 coatings sales and added National Coatings to its industrial and concrete-coatings platform. Fenix Specialty Performance Coatings reported $75 million in 2025 coatings sales and added National Coatings to its industrial and concrete-coatings platform.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114876 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:20:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114876-2026-pci-25-no-17-fenix-specialty-performance-coatings Star Step Performance Coatings Group reported $63 million in 2025 coatings sales and expanded its specialty flooring capabilities through a key acquisition. Star Step Performance Coatings Group reported $63 million in 2025 coatings sales and expanded its specialty flooring capabilities through a key acquisition.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114877 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:10:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114877-2026-pci-25-no-18-star-step-performance-coatings-group-llc Farrell-Calhoun’s PCI 25 profile follows the family-owned paint manufacturer through its 120th anniversary year and continued retail expansion. Farrell-Calhoun’s PCI 25 profile follows the family-owned paint manufacturer through its 120th anniversary year and continued retail expansion.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114878 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114878-2026-pci-25-no-19-farrell-calhoun-inc Sheboygan Paint Co. reported 2025 coatings sales of $55-$65 million while investing in manufacturing technology and expanding its operations team. Sheboygan Paint Co. reported 2025 coatings sales of $55-$65 million while investing in manufacturing technology and expanding its operations team.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114879 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:50:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114879-2026-pci-25-no-20-sheboygan-paint-co