Despite growing interest around the world in the use of concrete and composite materials, wood remains widely used in exterior architectural applications, including siding, decking, fencing, and similar applications. Coatings ... Read More…
The global market for coatings (solventborne, water-based, UV-cured, powder) used on wood furniture is expanding at a healthy 6.17% compound annual growth rate and will increase by $1.96 billion dollars ... Read More…
In keeping with its educational mission, the 34th Western Coatings Symposium & Show (WCS) will again offer a robust technical program. The popular biennial event is scheduled for October 20–23, ... Read More…
Many of the wood substrates incorporated into new residential and commercial buildings are coated at the factory. While the performance requirements are the same for field-applied coatings, the dynamics of ... Read More…
Powder coatings are typically made by combining resins, a crosslinker, fillers, organic or inorganic absorption pigments, and additives together in an extruder. The resin is melted, and the ingredients are ... Read More…