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Articles featuring the use and application of finished coatings.

]]> https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2763 en-us 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 Coating Tackles Heat and Corrosion on Contact Independent testing confirms this insulative technology can lower surface temps and resist damage in extreme environments.



]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113838 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113838-cool-touch-coating-reduces-heat-and-corrosion-risk-in-industrial-systems 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 Finishing Trades Step Up to Meet Industrial Demands A certified, modern workforce is driving safety, efficiency and performance across infrastructure and industrial finishing projects.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113712 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113712-finishing-trades-meet-industrial-demands 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 In-Mold Coating Breakthrough Cuts VOCs and CO₂ in Automotive Manufacturing Solvent-free in-mold coating tech for thermoplastics slashes emissions and cure time in automotive production.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113690 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113690-in-mold-coating-breakthrough-cuts-vocs-and-co-in-automotive-manufacturing 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 Do You Really Need a Floor Coating? When concrete faces traffic and chemical stress, coatings may be the key to extending its life and performance.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113613 Tue, 27 May 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113613-when-its-time-for-an-epoxy-floor-coating 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 Graphene Unlocks Sustainable Coatings Potential Barrier strength, conductivity and thinner layers? Graphene is helping coatings do more with less.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113556 Fri, 09 May 2025 02:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113556-how-graphene-enhanced-coatings-are-driving-sustainable-innovation Thermal Coating Replaces Insulation, Eliminates CUI A new thermal insulative coating helps eliminate corrosion under insulation while offering a safer, more sustainable alternative to traditional systems.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113499 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113499-the-coating-that-replaces-insulation-and-eliminates-cui 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 Can Trash Textiles Replace Toxic Coatings? Researchers developed a superhydrophobic textile coating from discarded fabrics — a promising alternative to fluorinated finishes in apparel applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113438 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:29:17 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113438-can-trash-textiles-replace-toxic-coatings Preparing for a PFAS-Restricted Future Industry-wide regulatory pressure is pushing coatings manufacturers to assess PFAS use, explore alternatives and prepare for sweeping chemical restrictions.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113439 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:26:38 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113439-preparing-for-a-pfas-restricted-future Mercedes-Benz Plant Adopts Energy-Efficient Process A new paint process at a truck manufacturing plant reduces energy use and CO₂ emissions while maintaining production efficiency.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113286 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113286-mercedes-benz-plant-adopts-energy-efficient-paint-process Bio-Based Coating Enhances Recyclable Paper Packaging for Food Applications UPM Specialty Papers and Eastman developed a paper-based packaging solution with a compostable bio-based coating, enhancing recyclability and barrier performance for food applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113347 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113347-biobased-coating-enhances-recyclable-paper-packaging-for-food-applications 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 Dunn-Edwards Unveils First-Ever Color of the Century The company announced the tranquil blue-green hue as part of its 100-year celebration.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113224 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113224-dunn-edwards-unveils-first-ever-color-of-the-century X-Rite's Color Management Solutions to Support Pantone's 2025 Color of the Year The company announced its support for the Pantone Color of the Year by providing color management solutions for brands and manufacturers.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113188 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:51 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113188-x-rites-color-management-solutions-to-support-pantones-2025-color-of-the-year 2025 Interior Design and Color Trends Report Warmth and depth take center stage in 2025’s interior design trends. Fixr.com’s latest report reveals expert insights on color drenching, earthy greens, and the best shades for home offices and resale value.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/113196 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/113196-2025-interior-design-and-color-trends-report Sallaum Lines Invests in Jotun’s Hull Performance Solution for New Vessels The company announced its investment in Jotun’s Hull Performance Solution (HPS) for its new PCTC vessels.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113190 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113190-sallaum-lines-invests-in-jotuns-hull-performance-solution-for-new-vessels Axalta and Dürr Collaborate on Digital Paint Technology for Automotive Industry Axalta has announced a new partnership with Dürr to develop a digital paint solution for the automotive industry. The company will work with Dürr to integrate its NextJet™ technology with Dürr’s robotics.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113171 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113171-axalta-and-durr-collaborate-on-digital-paint-technology-for-automotive-industry Stahl Joins CEFLEX to Boost Sustainability in Packaging Coatings The company announced its new membership in CEFLEX, a move that aligns with its sustainability and innovation goals.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113174 Sat, 25 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113174-stahl-joins-ceflex-to-boost-sustainability-in-packaging-coatings Servicing Equipment for Those Who Serve Abrasive blasting prepares military vehicles for repairs, corrosion control and camouflage adaptation, ensuring operational readiness and extended asset lifespan.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113158 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:53:05 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113158-servicing-equipment-for-those-who-serve Tailoring Test Methods to Mimic Real-World Conditions Custom test methods, tailored to field conditions, address limitations of standardized tests, improving coating performance with practical solutions for real-world applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113157 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:01:57 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113157-tailoring-test-methods-to-mimic-real-world-conditions Can Coatings Save Birds? Scientists are investigating whether painting wind turbine blades black can reduce bird collisions, inspired by promising results from international studies.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/113155 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:25:54 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/113155-can-painting-wind-turbine-blades-black-help-save-birds