New products and equipment available to coatings formulators and manufacturers. https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2694 en-us A new seal configuration is designed to isolate vulnerable pump components when abrasive process materials increase the potential for wear. A new seal configuration is designed to isolate vulnerable pump components when abrasive process materials increase the potential for wear.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115058 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115058-behind-the-rotor-seal-protects-gear-pump-drive-components A new synthetic-mica effect pigment expands the styling options available when formulators need clean white appearance together with exterior durability. A new synthetic-mica effect pigment expands the styling options available when formulators need clean white appearance together with exterior durability.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115057 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115057-exterior-effect-pigment-targets-pure-white-satin-finishes A new cleaning system connects high-pressure performance with operating data and automated controls aimed at improving industrial equipment upkeep. A new cleaning system connects high-pressure performance with operating data and automated controls aimed at improving industrial equipment upkeep.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115056 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115056-high-pressure-wash-system-adds-intelligent-controls-for-industrial-cleaning New additive chemistry offers formulators another route for addressing skin formation as scrutiny of traditional oxime chemistry continues to evolve. New additive chemistry offers formulators another route for addressing skin formation as scrutiny of traditional oxime chemistry continues to evolve.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115054 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115054-oxime-free-anti-skinning-additives-support-alkyd-reformulation 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 A modular heating approach is designed to help finishing operations get more production capacity from curing equipment already on the line. A modular heating approach is designed to help finishing operations get more production capacity from curing equipment already on the line.

]]> 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 A redesigned IBC accessory focuses on a simple production-floor issue that can affect both handling ease and liquid transfer. A redesigned IBC accessory focuses on a simple production-floor issue that can affect both handling ease and liquid transfer.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115049 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115049-denios-introduces-ergonomic-funnel-for-ibc-totes A new dosing component targets a familiar finishing challenge: keeping coating delivery precise while simplifying upgrades and protecting downstream equipment. A new dosing component targets a familiar finishing challenge: keeping coating delivery precise while simplifying upgrades and protecting downstream equipment.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115048 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115048-durr-launches-gear-metering-pump-for-industrial-coating-applications The 3-inch pump delivers flow rates up to 300 gpm and offers polypropylene wetted construction for aggressive industrial fluids. The 3-inch pump delivers flow rates up to 300 gpm and offers polypropylene wetted construction for aggressive industrial fluids.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114983 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114983-plastic-aodd-pump-transfers-corrosive-fluids-at-high-flow-rates Keyland Polymer's UV powder coatings deliver solvent- and VOC-free, low-temperature curing for faster, more sustainable manufacturing. Keyland Polymer's UV powder coatings deliver solvent- and VOC-free, low-temperature curing for faster, more sustainable manufacturing.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115007 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115007-sustainability-starts-with-uv-powder The microplastic-free surface modifier is designed to provide matting, soft feel and mechanical performance in low-VOC clear, pigmented and UV-curable systems. The microplastic-free surface modifier is designed to provide matting, soft feel and mechanical performance in low-VOC clear, pigmented and UV-curable systems.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114962 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114962-bio-based-wax-modifies-water-based-wood-coatings Meet Omyaloop™️ FC, Omya’s UL-validated functional additive made with 100% pre-consumer recycled content. Meet Omyaloop™️ FC, Omya’s UL-validated functional additive made with 100% pre-consumer recycled content.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114930 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114930-introducing-omyaloop-fc-recycled-content-without-compromise Hempel announced a waterborne coating developed to provide certified fire protection while reducing material and application requirements on structural steel. Hempel announced a waterborne coating developed to provide certified fire protection while reducing material and application requirements on structural steel.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/115001 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/115001-hempel-fire-protection-coating-targets-lower-film-thickness Benchtop units operate from 500 to 5,000 rpm and use an air motor for solvent and flammable-material mixing applications. Benchtop units operate from 500 to 5,000 rpm and use an air motor for solvent and flammable-material mixing applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114977 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114977-air-driven-dispersers-mix-one-gallon-batches-at-variable-speeds The compact vertical system fills up to 40 chubs per minute while supporting 5- to 32-ounce packages for adhesives, sealants and related materials. The compact vertical system fills up to 40 chubs per minute while supporting 5- to 32-ounce packages for adhesives, sealants and related materials.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114958 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114958-servo-driven-filler-packages-high-viscosity-materials The stainless steel unit processes batches up to 500 cubic feet and uses opposing helical blades to support rapid uniformity. The stainless steel unit processes batches up to 500 cubic feet and uses opposing helical blades to support rapid uniformity.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114969 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114969-high-capacity-ribbon-blender-handles-solids-and-liquids The no-rinse formulation is designed for spray application on ferrous, aluminum and zinc alloys, with operating concentrations from 1% to 3%. The no-rinse formulation is designed for spray application on ferrous, aluminum and zinc alloys, with operating concentrations from 1% to 3%.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114956 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114956-cleaner-phosphate-prepares-multiple-metals-for-coating The point-of-use system combines four-stage filtration with continuous carbon-monoxide monitoring to support Grade D breathing-air requirements for multiple workers at once. The point-of-use system combines four-stage filtration with continuous carbon-monoxide monitoring to support Grade D breathing-air requirements for multiple workers at once.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114955 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114955-breathing-air-system-uses-existing-compressed-air-supply The plant-based additive is designed for gypsum plasters, tile adhesives and cement mortars, with water retention, stability and anti-sagging properties. The plant-based additive is designed for gypsum plasters, tile adhesives and cement mortars, with water retention, stability and anti-sagging properties.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114966 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114966-starch-ether-spans-multiple-construction-formulations The self-adhesive sensors cover 365-, 385- and 395-nanometer wavelengths and measure doses from 60 to 950 millijoules per square centimeter. The self-adhesive sensors cover 365-, 385- and 395-nanometer wavelengths and measure doses from 60 to 950 millijoules per square centimeter.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114965 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114965-led-uv-strips-measure-dose-directly-on-substrates A water-based fluoropolymer coating is designed to provide long-term exterior protection across multiple building substrates and carries a 15-year color-fade warranty covering materials and labor. A water-based fluoropolymer coating is designed to provide long-term exterior protection across multiple building substrates and carries a 15-year color-fade warranty covering materials and labor.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114951 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114951-facade-coating-adds-15-year-color-fade-warranty The polycarboxylate-ether technology is designed to stabilize inorganic particles and reduce mill-base viscosity in alkaline waterborne systems. The polycarboxylate-ether technology is designed to stabilize inorganic particles and reduce mill-base viscosity in alkaline waterborne systems.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114911 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114911-byk-additive-targets-extreme-ph-dispersion-challenges The self-curable acrylate resin is designed to reduce added photoinitiator use while supporting low-migration applications. The self-curable acrylate resin is designed to reduce added photoinitiator use while supporting low-migration applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114885 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114885-photoactive-resin-simplifies-uv-and-led-formulations The APE-free additive is supplied at 100% active content and designed to improve pigment dispersion, stability and compatibility across mixed paint chemistries. The APE-free additive is supplied at 100% active content and designed to improve pigment dispersion, stability and compatibility across mixed paint chemistries.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114961 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114961-aqueous-dispersant-targets-universal-colorant-compatibility SONGWON’s first product carrying the certification is designed to support responsible sourcing and evolving deforestation-related requirements. SONGWON’s first product carrying the certification is designed to support responsible sourcing and evolving deforestation-related requirements.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114906 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114906-rspo-certified-antioxidant-expands-sustainable-additives-options Cloud-connected color measurement, intelligent formula selection and automated dosing create a digital workflow for automotive refinish and industrial coating applications. Cloud-connected color measurement, intelligent formula selection and automated dosing create a digital workflow for automotive refinish and industrial coating applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114945 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114945-digital-workflow-connects-color-measurement-ai-and-automated-mixing The two pump series combine standardized dimensions with corrosion-resistant construction for chemical processing, metal finishing and other severe-duty applications. The two pump series combine standardized dimensions with corrosion-resistant construction for chemical processing, metal finishing and other severe-duty applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114905 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114905-sealless-ansi-pumps-target-corrosive-fluid-transfer The one-component treatment is designed to improve liquid silicone rubber adhesion to epoxy, metals, ceramics, glass and other substrates. The one-component treatment is designed to improve liquid silicone rubber adhesion to epoxy, metals, ceramics, glass and other substrates.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114903 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114903-silicone-primer-targets-difficult-epoxy-bonding-applications