Sustainable

PODCAST | What Went Into Coating an Operating Data Center in Texas

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A Texas Bitcoin mining operation coated its roof and walls while staying online. Matthew Aguayo joins Coat It! to discuss the project and its reported results.

Coating Additives Market Outlook for 2026 and Beyond

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Grand View Research projects 6.5% annual growth for coating additives, with sustainability, infrastructure investment and higher performance expectations helping shape the market outlook.

Challenges in Selecting Bio-Based Dispersing Additives for Latex Paints

Fri, 16 Oct 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.

VOC Control in Coatings Manufacturing: Planning Beyond Today’s Permit

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

An emissions-control specialist explains how capture design, oxidizer selection, heat recovery and future capacity shape VOC-control decisions for coating operations.

Thermolatent Tin Catalysts for Low-Temperature Polyurethane Cure

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

PPG researchers explore how thermolatent tin catalyst design changes the balance between working time and low-temperature cure in polyurethane coatings.

PODCAST | From Molecular Research to Coatings Innovation: A Conversation With Kalsani

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A PPG scientist traces his path from molecular research to customer problems, including corrosion protection, application efficiency and the teams behind innovation.

The Resin Developments Defining 2026

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Waterborne durability, pigment efficiency, renewable feedstocks and major supply decisions are reshaping what formulators need from binders.

How Coatings Are Powering the Data Center Boom

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The fastest-growing digital facilities have hidden surface demands, and coatings are being asked to solve problems far beyond corrosion.

A Comprehensive Evaluation of PVDF Water-Based Resins for Exterior Coatings Performance

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A side-by-side study finds formulation variables can shift stability, weathering and corrosion performance in unexpected ways.

What 50 Years of Industrial Wood Finishing Teaches Us About the Future of Manufacturing

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Line speed, substrate variability and color control are pulling coatings suppliers deeper into factory-floor problem solving.

Leveraging Horizontal Innovation

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Battery materials, biomedical surfaces, aerospace and packaging are among the places technology scouts are looking for transferable ideas.

Polyurea vs. Polyurethane Chemistry for Concrete Waterproofing

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Cure speed, modulus, adhesion and potable-water requirements can push concrete projects toward very different choices.

Cool Roof Reflective Coatings for a Warming Planet

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Reflective systems are becoming part of a broader resilience strategy as cities confront hotter, longer summers.

2026 PCI 25: No. 6, Benjamin Moore & Co

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:20:00 -0400

Benjamin Moore’s PCI 25 profile examines a publicly reported 2025 revenue figure alongside contractor, product, partnership and color initiatives across North America.

eBook | 2026 Voices from the Top

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

PCI’s free Voices from the Top eBook reveals the industry’s largest coatings manufacturers by 2025 sales, along with perspectives from leading companies.

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.