News and information about new coatings and finishing processes. https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2749-finishing-news en-us The UV/moisture dual-cure formulation targets printed circuit board protection with a solvent-free profile and lower material use. The UV/moisture dual-cure formulation targets printed circuit board protection with a solvent-free profile and lower material use.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114733 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114733-henkel-adds-solvent-free-conformal-coating-for-electronics A new UV-curable, single-step offering pairs coating technology with feasibility, scale-up and manufacturing support. A new UV-curable, single-step offering pairs coating technology with feasibility, scale-up and manufacturing support.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114732 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114732-freudenberg-medical-introduces-hydrophilic-coating-platform-for-medical-devices A new Dulux EasyCare collection will bring 16 character-inspired palettes to selected EMEA markets. A new Dulux EasyCare collection will bring 16 character-inspired palettes to selected EMEA markets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114731 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114731-akzonobel-introduces-disney-inspired-dulux-color-collection The revised specification puts a performance-based coating reference in place for a critical fuel-storage application. The revised specification puts a performance-based coating reference in place for a critical fuel-storage application.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114730 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114730-dod-fuel-tank-specification-names-mpi-505-coating-standard Customers using OneCure have reported 30% to 40% faster cycle times compared with traditional two-bake powder coating systems. Customers using OneCure have reported 30% to 40% faster cycle times compared with traditional two-bake powder coating systems.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114701 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114701-sherwin-williams-launches-powder-system-to-cut-cycle-times A new agreement with Do it Best Group will reshape manufacturing and distribution for established paint and application-tool brands. A new agreement with Do it Best Group will reshape manufacturing and distribution for established paint and application-tool brands.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114687 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114687-sherwin-williams-to-acquire-majic-and-shur-line-brands Behr’s creator campaign puts a dollar figure on DIY paint projects as consumers weigh home improvement spending more closely. Behr’s creator campaign puts a dollar figure on DIY paint projects as consumers weigh home improvement spending more closely.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114750 Sat, 30 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114750-behr-launches-diyconomics-campaign-focused-on-paint-project-value The company is connecting coatings, digital workflows and application expertise as body shop operations continue to evolve. The company is connecting coatings, digital workflows and application expertise as body shop operations continue to evolve.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114660 Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114660-basf-coatings-targets-robotics-enabled-refinish A proposed acquisition has drawn attention as H.B. Fuller and Ancora Holdings take opposing positions on the deal. A proposed acquisition has drawn attention as H.B. Fuller and Ancora Holdings take opposing positions on the deal.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114654 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114654-hb-fuller-and-ancora-holdings-clash-over-proposed-medical-adhesives-acquisition The new center is designed to support growth across aviation, space and defense markets. The new center is designed to support growth across aviation, space and defense markets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114653 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114653-hb-fuller-to-open-aerospace-manufacturing-center-of-excellence HydroGraph and Sparc Technologies are evaluating graphene additives for protective coatings in infrastructure applications. HydroGraph and Sparc Technologies are evaluating graphene additives for protective coatings in infrastructure applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114587 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114587-hydrograph-sparc-align-on-graphene-additives-for-protective-coatings New materials demonstrate low conductivity and flame resistance under demanding aerospace and defense conditions. New materials demonstrate low conductivity and flame resistance under demanding aerospace and defense conditions.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114576 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114576-new-thermal-protection-systems-highlight-performance-in-extreme-conditions A new system aims to simplify application, reduce film build and improve efficiency across mixed aerospace fleets. A new system aims to simplify application, reduce film build and improve efficiency across mixed aerospace fleets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114575 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114575-single-coat-technology-targets-efficiency-gains-in-aircraft-coatings A newly funded effort explores whether quantum computing can accelerate how corrosion behavior and materials performance are predicted in aerospace. A newly funded effort explores whether quantum computing can accelerate how corrosion behavior and materials performance are predicted in aerospace.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114574 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114574-boeing-advances-quantum-computing-project-to-address-aircraft-corrosion A closer look at how the company is positioning flexibility, sustainability and performance in next-generation paint shops. A closer look at how the company is positioning flexibility, sustainability and performance in next-generation paint shops.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114562 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114562-durr-to-showcase-paint-shop-technologies-at-open-house-2026 The company’s materials played a role in propulsion system reliability. The company’s materials played a role in propulsion system reliability.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114529 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114529-syensqo-materials-support-nasas-crewed-lunar-mission The initiative expands workforce development tied to coatings application and advanced manufacturing roles. The initiative expands workforce development tied to coatings application and advanced manufacturing roles.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114519 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114519-ppg-commits-10-million-to-skilled-trades-education Axalta Coating Systems announced lower refinish and industrial coating volumes, reflecting reduced claims activity and softer demand across key finishing markets. Axalta Coating Systems announced lower refinish and industrial coating volumes, reflecting reduced claims activity and softer demand across key finishing markets.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114509 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114509-axalta-reports-lower-refinish-volumes-as-claims-activity-declines AMPP introduced TalentForce to support workforce development across the corrosion industry. AMPP introduced TalentForce to support workforce development across the corrosion industry.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114497 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114497-ampp-launches-talentforce-workforce-initiative-for-corrosion-industry The expanded agreement makes The Home Depot the exclusive big-box source for KILZ® primer products across the United States and Puerto Rico. The expanded agreement makes The Home Depot the exclusive big-box source for KILZ® primer products across the United States and Puerto Rico.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114749 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114749-the-home-depot-expands-exclusive-kilz-agreement-with-behr Kansai Paint has released its Global Trend Colours 2026-27 program, built around seven automotive color directions under the concept “Livewith.” Kansai Paint has released its Global Trend Colours 2026-27 program, built around seven automotive color directions under the concept “Livewith.”

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114723 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114723-kansai-paint-releases-global-trend-colours-2026-27 A milestone anniversary highlights how one manufacturer has adapted across formulation, color and production. A milestone anniversary highlights how one manufacturer has adapted across formulation, color and production.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114500 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114500-century-milestone-marks-evolution-of-historic-paint-brand Certification clears the company’s moisture-cure polyurethane for use on new rail infrastructure projects. Certification clears the company’s moisture-cure polyurethane for use on new rail infrastructure projects.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114501 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114501-steelpaint-secures-additional-network-rail-approval-for-coating-system PPG Industries is evaluating a laser-based curing approach with IPG Photonics and Whirlpool Corporation to rethink finishing processes. PPG Industries is evaluating a laser-based curing approach with IPG Photonics and Whirlpool Corporation to rethink finishing processes.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114456 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114456-ppg-collaboration-targets-new-approach-to-powder-coating-curing Color Marketing Group will convene global experts to examine how annual color declarations influence strategy and product development. Color Marketing Group will convene global experts to examine how annual color declarations influence strategy and product development.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114457 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114457-global-experts-to-examine-role-of-annual-color-declarations-in-market-strategy Asian Paints has named Moonlit Silk its Color of the Year for 2026 as part of the company’s ColourNext forecast. Asian Paints has named Moonlit Silk its Color of the Year for 2026 as part of the company’s ColourNext forecast.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114717 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114717-asian-paints-names-moonlit-silk-its-2026-color-of-the-year Gemini Industries announced a leadership move supporting sales growth and customer engagement in the western United States. Gemini Industries announced a leadership move supporting sales growth and customer engagement in the western United States.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114446 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114446-gemini-industries-names-new-regional-manager Chemical Coaters Association International announced a new leadership training initiative aimed at workforce retention, management development, and shop-level performance. Chemical Coaters Association International announced a new leadership training initiative aimed at workforce retention, management development, and shop-level performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114436 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114436-ccai-introduces-new-leadership-program-for-the-finishing-workforce The company introduced a portfolio framework highlighting powder coatings with verified sustainability and performance attributes. The company introduced a portfolio framework highlighting powder coatings with verified sustainability and performance attributes.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114435 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114435-akzonobel-introduces-sustainability-designation-for-powder-coatings Dürr introduced an automated application platform that integrates complex graphics directly into the automotive painting process. Dürr introduced an automated application platform that integrates complex graphics directly into the automotive painting process.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114434 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114434-durr-introduces-high-resolution-application-system-for-vehicle-bodies