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eBook | 2026 Voices from the Top

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

PCI's 2026 Voices from the Top eBook brings together the magazine's annual Global Top 10 ranking and perspectives from leaders across the paint and coatings industry.

Challenges in Selecting Bio-Based Dispersing Additives for Latex Paints

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A lab comparison examines how a bio-based dispersant can affect grinding, binder compatibility and coating performance in interior latex paints.

Sustainable Pigment Production for 100 Years

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400

LANXESS discusses how iron oxide pigment production, carbon footprint data and raw material partnerships support more sustainable coatings.

How Pigment and Surface Treatment Advances are Shaping Coatings Performance

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Ralph Barthel of Univar Solutions discusses pigment and surface finishing challenges, from PFAS replacement and resin trade-offs to newer technologies improving coating performance.

50 Years of Automotive Coatings Innovation — and What Comes Next

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Automotive coatings experts reflected on 50 years of innovation while outlining future challenges in curing, corrosion, sustainability and AI-driven R&D.

ACS 2026: From the Show Floor to the Speedway

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

ACS 2026 brought coatings professionals to Indianapolis for technical sessions, exhibitor innovations, live industry polling and PCI’s expanded show-floor coverage.

Beyond Compliance: Elevating Safety and Responsibility in Chemical Distribution

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

ACD research shows how Responsible Distribution supports safer chemical handling, stronger environmental controls and more reliable coatings supply chains.

Multifunctional Architectural Coatings

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

This article examines how multifunctional architectural coatings combine air-purification and thermal-regulation technologies within sustainable building envelopes.

How Spatter Application Adhesives Expand Coverage and Efficiency

Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Spatter application adhesives are helping commercial roofing crews improve coverage, reduce labor demands and meet validated performance requirements.

Fast-Cure, Low-Emission Epoxy for Moisture Vapor Barrier Coatings

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Low-emission epoxy curing agent delivers fast cure, high conversion and strong moisture vapor barrier performance in industrial concrete flooring systems.

Biocides: A Necessary Tool for Managing Biofouling

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Biocidal antifouling coatings continue to dominate marine biofouling control as regulators, shipowners and coatings manufacturers reassess performance, risk and sustainability tradeoffs.

Additives Shift Toward Multifunctional and Nanomaterial-Driven Performance

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:30:00 -0400

New developments in graphene, nanoparticle and silicone additives point to more integrated performance, improved durability and evolving formulation strategies.

Why Life Cycle Assessments Are Becoming the Financial Framework for Paint and Coatings Sustainability

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Life cycle assessments are redefining how coatings sustainability is measured, linking formulation decisions to quantifiable environmental impacts and product-level transparency.

PFAS: A Novel Path to Breaking Down “Forever Chemicals”

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A Frankfurt research team reports room-temperature results that may open a different route for breaking down “forever chemicals.”

The Preservation Paradox

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Biobased formulations are reshaping preservation strategies as formulators balance microbial risk, sustainability pressures and regulatory limits.

Evaluation of Soy-Derived Solvents as PCBTF Alternatives in Industrial Alkyd Coatings

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Soy-derived solvents reduce VOCs in alkyd coatings while improving corrosion resistance and flexibility, offering a viable alternative to PCBTF.

Inside PCI’s Editorial Advisory Board

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Paint & Coatings Industry's Editorial Advisory Board helps guide content, with a new regulatory perspective added through Terri Stewart’s appointment.

RDY to Shape the Future: Breaking the Formulator’s Trilemma

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The RDY additives range delivers compliance without compromise, high performance without hazardous chemistries.

What to Expect at the American Coatings Show 2026

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Preview ACS 2026, featuring technical sessions, key formulation trends, and networking opportunities shaping the future of the coatings industry.

Global Coating Resins Market Trends, Sustainability Drivers and Emerging Industry Opportunities

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Global coating resins demand is rising as sustainability regulations, emerging markets and bio-based technologies reshape binder innovation and coatings formulation strategies.

Elevating Performance Across the Coatings Landscape

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Advances in acrylic and vinyl acrylic resin technologies improve hiding efficiency, durability and sustainability across interior and exterior architectural coating formulations.

Wet vs. Dry Electrode Coating: Evaluating Process Tradeoffs in Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Wet coating remains dominant while dry processes gain traction, as manufacturers weigh cost, scalability and performance tradeoffs in electrode production.

2026 Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit Connects Research to Application

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Short courses and new program elements deepen the link between coatings research and real-world performance challenges.

Coating Systems for France’s EOLMED Floating Offshore Wind Project

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The EOLMED project required different protection strategies above, below and inside the waterline.

Leveraging Coatings to Meet ESG Goals in Manufacturing

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Modern waterborne coating systems can help manufacturers advance ESG objectives by reducing VOC emissions, lowering reliance on solvent-based chemistries, improving working conditions, enabling more efficient finishing operations, and supporting auditable documentation for customers and certification programs.

CTT Summit Abstract Deadline Approaches

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:43:00 -0400

The Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit call for abstracts is in its final weeks, with rolling review continuing as the technical program takes shape. The deadline for submissions is April 10.

Enhancing Block Resistance in Low-VOC Acrylic Paints Using Silane-Modified Colloidal Silica

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Silane-modified colloidal silica improves block resistance in low-VOC acrylic paints while maintaining gloss, stability and compatibility in waterborne coating formulations.

Chitosan: A Next-Generation Functional Material for Paint and Coatings Innovation

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Chitosan is emerging as a multifunctional biobased polymer enabling antimicrobial performance, corrosion protection, and sustainable coating design across multiple paint and coatings applications.

What Makes a Paint Asthma & Allergy Friendly?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Benjamin Moore and certification experts discuss low odor, zero-VOC coatings and the testing standards used to evaluate indoor air quality performance.

How Architectural Coatings Protect and Extend Building Performance

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Advanced architectural coatings now protect structures from weathering, wear and microbes while improving energy efficiency and long-term durability.