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Coatings Xperience: Coatings for the Electrification Revolution

Electrification has been a hot topic for the last few years. The aging power grid where 30% of electric lines are approaching their typical 50- to 80-year lifecycle, leading to ... Read More…

  • Topic: Coatings, Coatings Xperience, CoatingsTech Update

Quantitative Image Analysis of Roller Application Performance

FIGURE 1 Top paint claims from commercial architectural coating products in the market in 2023. Read More…

  • Topic: Architectural Coatings, Coatings, CoatingsTech Update

Accelerating New Additive Development Through the Use of Automation

Many additives used in waterborne coatings and inks are complex formulations. For example, most defoamers are comprised of insoluble oils, compatibilizers, and, oftentimes, hydrophobic solids and surface-active species. Since their ... Read More…

  • Topic: Additives, Coatings, CoatingsTech Update

Perspectives on Seeking a Career in the Coatings Industry: A Q&A with Industry Leaders

Paints and coatings are everywhere you look. From the walls of our homes, to the cars we drive, to the road markings on the streets, our world is awash with ... Read More…

  • Topic: Coatings, CoatingsTech Industry Q&A, CoatingsTech Update

In Their Own Words: Career Journeys and Insights from Industry Innovators

The coatings industry offers a dynamic blend of scientific exploration, practical application, and real-world impact, making it an exciting field with diverse career paths. From laboratory research and product development ... Read More…

  • Topic: Coatings, CoatingsTech Industry Q&A, CoatingsTech Update
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