Achieving Class A appearance over fiber-reinforced substrates can be challenging. We discuss the evolving measurements used to characterize topcoated surface appearance. The influence of carbon fiber on the surface appearance ... Read More…
Radiation-cured coatings continue to experience moderate growth and find expanded applications. These coatings have the ability to increase productivity while offering enhanced environmental compliance and improved physical performance. They hold ... Read More…
The powder coatings market in 2020 is estimated to be about $12 billion and represents about 12.5% of the industrial coatings market. After a trying 2020 for both business and ... Read More…
Preservatives themselves play a crucial role in enhancing shelf life, ensuring the product does not spoil before being used, and protecting the dried coating film from biologic growth. The primary ... Read More…
Biobased coatings account for a small share of the paint and coatings market—approximately 5% in 2018 according to estimates of leading industry consultants.1 That level is seen as just a ... Read More…