Convective Flow and Related Defects
After a coating is applied, there is a period when the film is still liquid. Evaporation of solvent or water cools the surface and entry into an oven heats the ... Read More…
The Paint and Coatings Industry in the Age of Digitalization
While digitalization may, upon initial reflection, be associated with smartphones, voice-driven home-monitoring and search devices, and advanced Internet-based purchasing systems, in reality, it has begun to pervade all aspects of ... Read More…
ACS 2018: Strong Economy Creates High Expectations
The much-anticipated American Coatings SHOW (ACS) and CONFERENCE (ACC) will be returning to the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 9–12. Hosted by the American Coatings Association in ... Read More…
Use of Copper-Based Antifouling Paint: A U.S. Regulatory Update
The efficacy of the active biocide ingredients used in antifouling bottom paint to contain and impede the growth of biofouling on boat hulls is of global economic concern, given that ... Read More…
2018 American Coatings CONFERENCE Explores ‘Innovation for the World’
The American Coatings CONFERENCE, held in conjunction with the American Coatings SHOW, will take place April 9–11 at the Indianapolis Convention Center. The major technology forum for the coatings industry ... Read More…