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The PCI Blog is written by our team of editors, as well as industry contributors, and includes thought provoking opinions, trends, and essential paint and coatings industry information.

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The Nature of Color

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Kristin Johansson
October 18, 2022
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In September, PCI’s editors attended our first meeting as members of the Detroit Colour Council (DCC), which was held at the Detroit Institute of Arts museum. Read more to find out what was discussed and PCI’s takeaways.


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WACKER’s New Innovation Center is a Wow

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Kristin Johansson
October 5, 2022
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PCI recently visited Wacker Chemical Corp’s new Innovation Center and Regional Headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Read more to learn about the trip and the new facility.


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How to Ensure OSHA Standards Are Being Implemented on Your Production Floor

Eric Whitley
October 5, 2022
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The health and safety of workers are among the top priorities for HR and plant managers. While the intent and purpose of focusing on safety are undeniable, it can pose a challenge for manufacturing and production services. Read five tips to ensure OSHA standards are being implemented and applied to your production floor.


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White Walls, Green Impact: Understanding the Connection Between Wall Color and Energy Reduction

Chemours technical experts quantify how interior wall color can impact both emissions and energy costs
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September 2, 2022
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Chemours technical experts quantify how interior wall color can impact both emissions and energy costs.



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Ch-Ch-Changes

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Kristin Johansson
August 16, 2022
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PCI magazine has undergone several major staff changes this summer. Read more to learn about new team members and responsibilities.


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Five Steps to Enhance Workplace Safety in the Paint and Coatings Industry

Five Steps to Enhance Workplace Safety in the Paint and Coatings Industry

Nick Warrick
July 29, 2022
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Exposure to hazardous toxins and dangerous machinery is prevalent for workers in the paint and coatings industry. The risks are more common in metal fabrication, sandblasting and coating, and auto body shop businesses.


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2021 Was a Good Year for Coatings

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July 29, 2022
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Associate Editor, Karen Parker, provides a snapshot of the 2021 year in coatings based on information she gathered for our annual Global Top 10 and PCI 25 rankings of the top coatings manufacturers.


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The Coatings Industry: Leveraging Big Data, AI, and Machine Learning

George J. Newton
June 27, 2022
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The coatings industry – including paint – is just one of many industries that are slowly adapting to tech-friendly innovations. Now, with technological advances like Big Data, artificial intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning taking the digital world by storm, the paint and coatings industry can definitely benefit in more ways than one.


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PPG's Innovation Day

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Kristin Johansson
June 14, 2022
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PPG’s Innovation Media Day was packed with information about the company and its latest coatings innovations.


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The Power of Associate Engagement

May 20, 2022
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Learn how a paint marketing company revitalized its unengaged work force and improved its professional supervisory tools.


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