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Mixing, milling, testing and monitoring equipment used to manufacture coatings.

]]> https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2629 en-us Infrared-Reflective Coating Disrupts Facial Tracking A new lens coating reduces near-infrared facial recognition while maintaining clarity and durability.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113841 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113841-infrared-reflective-coating-aims-to-disrupt-facial-recognition-tracking How Purpose-Driven Leadership Is Reshaping Manufacturing Culture NCK Equipment’s hybrid model blends process engineering with community service, redefining leadership through purpose, empowerment and industry impact.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/113842 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/113842-how-purpose-driven-leadership-is-reshaping-manufacturing-culture Conveyor Innovations Boost Finishing Efficiency A look at why some finishers are upgrading to enclosed, spindle-driven systems for more consistent results.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113839 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113839-what-is-a-chain-on-edge-conveyor New Resin Systems for Bio-Based Farm Equipment Coatings Bio-based agricultural chemicals are degrading legacy finishes, pushing formulators to develop new resin systems that resist acids, microbes and ultraviolet exposure.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113816 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113816-agricultural-equipment-coatings-withstanding-new-bio-based-chemical-exposures Key Considerations for Selecting Pump Solutions to Ensure Safe and Efficient Operations With pandemic delays still fresh, the company touts leak-free, mag-drive tech and global supply access to keep operations moving.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113769 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 18:04:36 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113769-versatile-pump-solutions-for-handling-challenging-fluids Color Accuracy Depends on These Best Practices Standardized techniques ensure coatings consistency from factory floors to aerospace.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113751 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113751-best-practices-in-color-measurement The Coatings Strategy Behind Safer, Longer-Lasting Infrastructure Explore the technologies helping protect bridges, pipelines and other assets from the elements.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113727 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113727-the-shield-we-dont-see-how-protective-coatings-save-structures-and-surfaces 10 Ways Boilers Are Getting Smarter From energy savings to emissions cuts, smart boiler systems are transforming how plants operate.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/113728 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/113728-10-ways-a-smart-boiler-system-can-improve-a-manufacturing-plant Skidless AGVs Are Rewriting Paint Shop Rules Inductively charged AGVs cut energy use and boost flexibility in finishing lines.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113711 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113711-skidless-agvs-drive-new-efficiencies-in-the-paint-shop Choosing the Right Lab Mixer for Your Coating How to select lab mixers that scale, handle tough viscosities and produce repeatable results in coatings research and development.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113673 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:39:05 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113673-how-to-select-the-right-laboratory-mixer-for-coatings-applications Optimizing Effect Paint Formulation with Smart Technology Smart software and AI-powered tools reduce waste and increase precision in effect paint formulation, especially for automotive applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113655 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113655-optimizing-effect-paint-formulation-with-smart-technology Orafol Installs Dürr’s Largest Thermal Oxidation System The system upgrade supports cleaner, more efficient operations at Orafol’s expanded coatings facility in Germany.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113643 Fri, 30 May 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113643-orafol-expands-use-of-durrs-thermal-oxidation-system-for-cleaner-more-efficient-coating-operations Behind the Finish of Boston’s Sky-Bridge Project PPG’s fluoropolymer powder coatings play a key role in finishing the complex, large-scale Lyrik Back Bay development over Boston’s I-90 corridor.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113614 Tue, 27 May 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113614-architectural-powder-coatings-protect-bostons-air-rights-development When Lab Techs Team Up with Machines A closer look at automated vs. manual fineness testing reveals potential benefits in precision and repeatability.



]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113573 Tue, 13 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113573-analysis-on-the-testing-methods-and-influencing-factors-of-automatic-and-manual-fineness-measurement Energy-Efficient Insulative Coatings for Battery Cell Applications UV-curable insulative coatings deliver dielectric protection, flexibility and durability for EV battery cells under thermal and electrolyte stress.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113569 Sun, 11 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113569-energy-efficient-insulative-coatings-for-battery-cell-applications Automotive Interior Surface Testing This article explores surface testing methods to ensure color consistency, gloss and appearance in modern automotive interior coatings.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113541 Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113541-automotive-interior-surface-testing Is Your Factory Safe Enough? From risk assessments to cybersecurity, AI-driven tools are transforming how manufacturers handle safety, compliance, and operational threats.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/113508 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/113508-is-your-factory-safe-enough How to Kill a Blast Room in 7 Easy Steps Common oversights in blast room maintenance can lead to costly failures. Know the risk factors that accelerate equipment breakdowns.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113500 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113500-how-to-kill-a-blast-room-in-7-easy-steps Eliminating VOCs While Enhancing Process Efficiency and ROI with UV Coatings http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113479 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113479-eliminating-vocs-while-enhancing-process-efficiency-and-roi What You May Have Missed at ECS 2025 From surprise launches to behind-the-booth insights, here’s what caught our attention at the recent European Coatings Show.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113437 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:51:28 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113437-ecs-2025-a-hotspot-for-innovation Automated Dispensing System Brings Transformative Benefits to Coatings Manufacturer Da Ban Technology integrated an automated dispensing system to enhance precision, efficiency and sustainability in coatings production at its Changxing factory.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113351 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113351-automated-dispensing-system-brings-transformative-benefits-to-coatings-manufacturer How Industry 4.0 Technologies are Revolutionizing Paint and Coatings Manufacturing From predictive maintenance to real-time analytics, advanced technologies are transforming production, security and sustainability in modern coatings facilities.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113350 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113350-how-industry-40-technologies-are-revolutionizing-paint-and-coatings-manufacturing Demand for Lagoon Projects Surges Demand for man-made lagoons is rising, highlighting the durability of aliphatic polyurea-based linings for long-term waterproofing and structural integrity.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113284 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113284-surge-in-demand-for-lagoon-projects VOC-Free Color Changes for 2-Component Clear Coats Dürr's new return system enables VOC-free color changes for two-component clear coats, reducing emissions, cycle times and paint booth costs.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113285 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113285-voc-free-color-changes-for-2-component-clear-coats Traffic-Light Maintenance Protective coatings and vapor-phase corrosion inhibitors help extend the life of traffic signals by shielding poles and control cabinets from corrosion.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113282 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113282-traffic-light-maintenance Is Your Paint Shop Ready for Level 3 Autonomy? Refinishing is about more than just making a car look new again—it’s also a matter of safety. The look is all the more important today as self-driving vehicles drive demand for radar-compliant paint.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113258 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113258-is-your-paint-shop-ready-for-level-3-autonomy Scientists Uncover Formula to Predict Cracks in Clay Researchers have developed a formula to predict when cracks will form in drying clay, a breakthrough that could enhance the durability of paint and coatings.]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113195 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113195-scientists-uncover-formula-to-predict-cracks-in-clay Maximizing Filtration Solutions for Liquid Processes Needlefelt, welded and pleated filter bag solutions provide improved filtration efficiency and cost savings for the paint and coatings industry.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113091 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:19:22 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113091-maximizing-filtration-solutions-for-various-liquid-processes Health and Safety: Minimizing Risks in Your Manufacturing Plant Manufacturing plants face significant health and safety risks, including injuries and equipment hazards, emphasizing the importance of effective safety measures.]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113081 Fri, 27 Dec 2024 00:00:57 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113081-health-and-safety-minimizing-risks-in-your-manufacturing-plant Mastering Paint Adhesion Advanced testing equipment ensures optimal coating adhesion through precise surface preparation, enhancing durability and performance for coatings manufacturers.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/112924 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/112924-mastering-paint-adhesion