Editor's Viewpoint

Gras Expectations: A Week Inside Waterborne 2026

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A firsthand look at technical themes, community moments and coatings spotted across New Orleans during the Waterborne Symposium

Inside the 2026 Colors of the Year

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

Color of the Year announcements reveal shifting strategies in palettes, launches and forecasting, with growing implications for pigment development and coatings formulation.

AI Moves From Concept to Operating Tool as Earnings Season Unfolds

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500

PCI EXCLUSIVE: Dow’s latest results point to a broader shift as artificial intelligence and restructuring become embedded in day-to-day operations across chemical and coatings companies.

A Fresh Look for a New Year

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

PCI enters 2026 with a refreshed eMagazine design focused on clarity, navigation and visual hierarchy while preserving its technical editorial depth.

A Fond Farewell and a Forward Look for PCI

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

PCI reflects on a leadership transition, celebrates Tom Fowler’s retirement and looks ahead to new opportunities within BNP’s Manufacturing Division.

Under the Mirrorball: WCS 2025

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A disco kickoff set the tone for WCS, followed by focused keynotes, steady conversations and productive time on the floor.

Early Commentary on the AkzoNobel–Axalta Merger

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Early reactions to the AkzoNobel–Axalta merger reveal strategic optimism, investor pushback and muted market response. Here’s what industry commentary is signaling so far.

A Year in Distribution: Uncertainty, Adaptation, Momentum

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This year’s distributor coverage examines resilience and change across acquisitions, regulation, sustainability and supply chain strategies in paint and coatings.

AI in Action Across the Coatings Value Chain

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

AI is moving from digital foundations to real-world applications in coatings, reshaping R&D, supply chains and customer engagement.

Countdown to Innovation at Coatings Trends & Technologies

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Technical sessions, short courses and networking await at this year’s CTT Summit, set for September in Illinois.

2025 PCI Rankings Reveal Key Industry Trends

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Explore major shifts, cost-saving strategies, and leadership changes highlighted in this year's Global Top 10 and PCI 25 rankings.

Consider Collaborating

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The keynote at FOCUS explored how university collaborations can accelerate coatings innovations, with insights from NDSU’s Dean Webster.

How Would You Answer?

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Survey insights from ECS 2025 reveal shifting R&D priorities, the growing role of AI, and rising momentum behind sustainability.

Emerging Technology Improves Coating Quality and Eliminates Paint Waste

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A new terahertz robotic solution is revolutionizing automotive and aerospace manufacturing by eliminating paint waste and improving coating quality, with precision measurements down to 1 micron.

Small Innovations Can Make a Big Impact

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A new patent aims to reduce paint spills with an ergonomic grip for can handles, addressing loss prevention, safety risks and operational inefficiencies in retail.

PCI Magazine, Always Evolving

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Discover PCI’s new initiatives: podcasts, webinars, courses, and more, designed to keep you informed on coatings industry innovations.

PFAS Alternatives and Remediation Ramp Up

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Increased regulations and environmental concerns fuel advancements in PFAS-free coatings and remediation. Industry players and researchers are accelerating the shift to safer solutions.

Empowering the Future of Chemical Distribution

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

The ACD's 2024 Annual Meeting gathered 671 industry leaders to address workforce gaps, diversity, resilience and innovation in chemical distribution.

Coatings Companies Release 2025 Color Trends

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Insights into 2025 color trends from leading coatings manufacturers, highlighting bold hues, versatile palettes, and evolving industry preferences.

The Fall Show Season, and a Focus on Distributors

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Read about key takeaways from the CTT Summit and CoatingsFest, as well as our October issue’s focus on chemical distributors.

Joanne Hardy Wins PCI’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Read about this year’s winner of the PCI Lifetime Achievement Award.

Coatings Connections Around the World

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Read an Editor’s experience encountering coatings during their Mediterranean cruise from Athens to Barcelona

Resilience and Adaptability

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Read about the key takeaways from this year’s PCI 25 and Global Top 10 rankings.

Sustainability and Regulations Rule

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

It has been a busy show season, with PCI recently returning from the American Coatings Show (ACS) in Indianapolis, the RadTech 2024 UV+EB Conference in Orlando, and CPCA’s Canadian Coatings Conference in Montreal. All three events were energetic, and introduced great new information and technology for the coatings industry.

Data is the Currency; Sharing is the Deal

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The Keynote Address at the FOCUS conference addressed the need for data sharing for AI to reach its full potential.

Navigating the Regulatory Scene in the Coatings Industry

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

PCI’s Chief Editor comments on the increased activity on the regulatory scene and introduces CTT Summit’s panel discussion topic.

Kicking Off the Coatings Trade Show Season with Mardi Gras!

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Catch up on the presentations, technology, awards, and activities at The Waterborne Symposium, which took place in February in New Orleans.

Coatle, and a Call

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Do you like Wordle? This month’s Editor’s Viewpoint introduces PCI’s new word-guessing game that just launched on our website. Also, read the details about our Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit Call for Speakers.

New Year, New Offerings

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

PCI has introduced our Lifetime Achievement Award. Learn who qualifies, and how to nominate your industry hero! This exciting addition is only one of the new things PCI has to offer for 2024.

PCI Welcomes New Editorial Advisory Board Members

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

PCI’s editors rely on our Editorial Advisory Board (EAB) for assistance with a variety of projects and articles throughout the year. We are pleased to welcome three new coatings industry professionals to our EAB!