Information from coatings manufacturers on finished architectural, industrial, powder and marine coatings. https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2652 en-us The redesigned power and control architecture adds serialized lampheads, remote monitoring and expanded OEM integration. The redesigned power and control architecture adds serialized lampheads, remote monitoring and expanded OEM integration.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115297 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115297-uv-curing-platform-adds-telemetry-and-modular-controls The controller monitors and adjusts multiple pretreatment variables while connecting process data with plant PLC and SCADA systems. The controller monitors and adjusts multiple pretreatment variables while connecting process data with plant PLC and SCADA systems.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115296 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115296-pretreatment-control-system-adds-eight-loop-automation Two operating modes address surface-sensitive and thick-gauge strip while reducing extra passes and post-process flatness checks. Two operating modes address surface-sensitive and thick-gauge strip while reducing extra passes and post-process flatness checks.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115199 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115199-multizone-tension-leveler-targets-hard-to-flatten-alloys New visualization functionality is designed to help refinish painters evaluate subtle differences in dark and effect colors. New visualization functionality is designed to help refinish painters evaluate subtle differences in dark and effect colors.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115234 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115234-surventis-expands-digital-color-matching-platform The updated finish is designed to address several production-floor pain points at once. The updated finish is designed to address several production-floor pain points at once.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115231 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115231-reformulated-precatalyzed-lacquer-targets-faster-wood-finishing New offset and water-based systems pair with protective coatings to support inside printing and simplified package structures. New offset and water-based systems pair with protective coatings to support inside printing and simplified package structures.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115217 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115217-direct-food-contact-inks-expand-packaging-options Three updated platforms add output, wavelength choices and real-time controls for larger or more demanding cure areas. Three updated platforms add output, wavelength choices and real-time controls for larger or more demanding cure areas.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115197 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115197-enhanced-uv-led-systems-raise-irradiance-and-tighten-uniformity The U.K. company is seeking partners for a localized production model built around powder-form architectural paint. The U.K. company is seeking partners for a localized production model built around powder-form architectural paint.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115206 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115206-paint-zero-plans-north-american-entry-for-dry-paint-concentrate A connected Axalta refinish launch targets two persistent body-shop bottlenecks: color mixing and small-repair cure time. A connected Axalta refinish launch targets two persistent body-shop bottlenecks: color mixing and small-repair cure time.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115271 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:42:09 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115271-automated-mixing-and-uv-a-systems-target-faster-refinish-workflows Four standardized models combine paint-shop-specific robotics, integrated controls and reaches of up to 3,100 mm. Four standardized models combine paint-shop-specific robotics, integrated controls and reaches of up to 3,100 mm.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115268 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:28:38 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115268-robot-platform-targets-sealing-and-handling-in-paint-shops A new platform targets more integrated coating of metal bodies and heat-sensitive plastic components, with production-line trials planned. A new platform targets more integrated coating of metal bodies and heat-sensitive plastic components, with production-line trials planned.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115270 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115270-low-temperature-automotive-coating-targets-integrated-body-and-bumper-process The platform combines regional scale and aerospace qualifications while customers continue working with the same teams, facilities and processes. The platform combines regional scale and aerospace qualifications while customers continue working with the same teams, facilities and processes.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115196 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115196-ulticoat-brings-three-finishing-facilities-under-one-brand The water-miscible formulation combines lubricity, cooling and foam control for several demanding alloys and high-pressure machining operations. The water-miscible formulation combines lubricity, cooling and foam control for several demanding alloys and high-pressure machining operations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115195 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115195-aerospace-cutting-fluid-targets-difficult-to-machine-alloys A second performance tier retains the platform’s controls and integration features for applications that do not require its highest UV dose. A second performance tier retains the platform’s controls and integration features for applications that do not require its highest UV dose.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115193 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115193-lower-power-uv-led-lamps-add-flexibility-to-industrial-curing A new exterior technology is aimed at complex building designs where conventional façade cleaning can become difficult. A new exterior technology is aimed at complex building designs where conventional façade cleaning can become difficult.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115153 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115153-self-cleaning-extrusion-coating-uses-rainfall-to-maintain-facades The roof-applied film reflects more than 85% of solar radiation and incorporates a durable coating designed to resist chemicals, dirt and wear. The roof-applied film reflects more than 85% of solar radiation and incorporates a durable coating designed to resist chemicals, dirt and wear.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115181 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115181-3m-launches-reflective-cooling-film-for-fleet-and-rail-vehicles A compact access system is designed to move more easily between indoor painting, maintenance and repair tasks. A compact access system is designed to move more easily between indoor painting, maintenance and repair tasks.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115151 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115151-telescoping-scaffold-targets-faster-indoor-finishing-work The connected workflow measures and reproduces color and opacity directly on cans before full production. The connected workflow measures and reproduces color and opacity directly on cans before full production.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115325 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115325-digital-proofing-system-targets-metal-packaging-color-approval Two mag-drive pump series combine standardized dimensions with materials selected for demanding chemical-processing environments. Two mag-drive pump series combine standardized dimensions with materials selected for demanding chemical-processing environments.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115147 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115147 A new acrylic finish is designed for repeatable application, fast drying and durable performance in high-capacity interior wood finishing. A new acrylic finish is designed for repeatable application, fast drying and durable performance in high-capacity interior wood finishing.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115138 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115138-waterborne-wood-finish-targets-high-throughput-interior-applications The program moves beyond general education by helping wood manufacturers evaluate line-specific investment, energy and throughput questions. The program moves beyond general education by helping wood manufacturers evaluate line-specific investment, energy and throughput questions.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115205 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115205-akzonobel-adds-uv-curing-calculator-and-global-support-resources An expanded coating range adds tactile effects across paper, board and flexible packaging while addressing a range of application and compliance needs. An expanded coating range adds tactile effects across paper, board and flexible packaging while addressing a range of application and compliance needs.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115132 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115132-haptic-coatings-portfolio-expands-tactile-options-for-packaging Five one-component coatings are paired with a portable application concept aimed at reducing mixing and equipment changes during vessel maintenance. Five one-component coatings are paired with a portable application concept aimed at reducing mixing and equipment changes during vessel maintenance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115129 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115129-marine-coating-portfolio-simplifies-onboard-maintenance The marine technology supplier is broadening its platform while its established additive posts stronger sales and awaits a key European decision. The marine technology supplier is broadening its platform while its established additive posts stronger sales and awaits a key European decision.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115086 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115086-i-tech-expands-antifouling-portfolio-as-selektope-demand-grows The complete system combines digital color tools with fast flash, drying and clearcoat cure performance and lower-VOC waterborne basecoat technology. The complete system combines digital color tools with fast flash, drying and clearcoat cure performance and lower-VOC waterborne basecoat technology.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115069 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115069-ppg-adds-waterborne-refinish-system-for-us-and-canada The new system targets exposed industrial metal where heat management and long-term durability must be addressed together. The new system targets exposed industrial metal where heat management and long-term durability must be addressed together.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115064 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115064-functional-coating-combines-corrosion-protection-with-passive-cooling A commercial protective-coatings development applies nanoscale reinforcement to a familiar corrosion-control chemistry used on demanding industrial assets. A commercial protective-coatings development applies nanoscale reinforcement to a familiar corrosion-control chemistry used on demanding industrial assets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115053 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115053-nanotube-enhanced-zinc-rich-coatings-target-harsh-corrosion-environments A new stain system is designed to give wood finishers more flexibility across application methods while maintaining repeatable appearance. A new stain system is designed to give wood finishers more flexibility across application methods while maintaining repeatable appearance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115052 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115052-waterborne-stain-bases-target-consistent-wood-finishing The retrofit-ready system adds concentrated radiant energy early in cure, helping powder-coated parts reach gel temperature without extending the oven. The retrofit-ready system adds concentrated radiant energy early in cure, helping powder-coated parts reach gel temperature without extending the oven.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115051 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115051-modular-radiant-heating-system-targets-cure-bottlenecks A new tape portfolio brings several material and adhesive strategies together for manufacturers looking to address sustainability goals without giving up bonding performance. A new tape portfolio brings several material and adhesive strategies together for manufacturers looking to address sustainability goals without giving up bonding performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115050 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115050-psa-tape-portfolio-expands-lower-impact-material-options