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Balancing Rain Resistance and Open Time with Diffusing Wave Spectroscopy and Conventional Application Tests
By Kaliappa Ragunathan, Nicholas Foley, and Sofia Goodrich-Accolla鈥 BASF Corporation Sufficient open time is essential for achieving painting efficiency and delivering aesthetically pleasing results in architectural coatings. The open time […]
Coatings Xperience: Coatings for the Electrification Revolution
By Cynthia A. Gosselin, Ph.D., The ChemQuest Group Electrification has been a hot topic for the last few years. The aging power grid where 30% of electric lines are approaching […]
Quantitative Image Analysis of Roller Application Performance
By Wenqin (Sunny) Wang, Amy Qin, Gerry Valdez, Sophie Kim, Sam Lim, Yicheng Hu, and Jennifer Mills, The Dow Chemical Company, USA Introduction Coatings鈥 application performance, such as ease of […]
Accelerating New Additive Development Through the Use of Automation
By Ingrid K. Meier, J. Renae Bennett, K.T. Griffin Lai, C. James Reader, and Tyler Webber, Evonik Corporation, USA Many additives used in waterborne coatings and inks are complex formulations. […]
Balancing Rain Resistance and Open Time with Diffusing Wave Spectroscopy and Conventional Application Tests
By Kaliappa Ragunathan, Nicholas Foley, and Sofia Goodrich-Accolla鈥 BASF Corporation Sufficient open time is essential for achieving painting efficiency and delivering aesthetically pleasing results in architectural coatings. The open time […]
Quantitative Image Analysis of Roller Application Performance
By Wenqin (Sunny) Wang, Amy Qin, Gerry Valdez, Sophie Kim, Sam Lim, Yicheng Hu, and Jennifer Mills, The Dow Chemical Company, USA Introduction Coatings鈥 application performance, such as ease of […]
Accelerating New Additive Development Through the Use of Automation
By Ingrid K. Meier, J. Renae Bennett, K.T. Griffin Lai, C. James Reader, and Tyler Webber, Evonik Corporation, USA Many additives used in waterborne coatings and inks are complex formulations. […]
Coatings Xperience: Coatings for the Electrification Revolution
By Cynthia A. Gosselin, Ph.D., The ChemQuest Group Electrification has been a hot topic for the last few years. The aging power grid where 30% of electric lines are approaching […]
Perspectives on Seeking a Career in the Coatings Industry: A Q&A with Industry Leaders
By Leo Procopio, Paintology Coatings Research LLC Paints and coatings are everywhere you look. From the walls of our homes, to the cars we drive, to the road markings on […]
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 […]
Effects of Whey Protein on Bacterial, Chemical, and Sensory Properties and Shelf-life of Frozen Common Kilka
By Mina Seifzadeh, Iranian Fisheries Science Research Institute This research investigates the effects of whey protein coating on the chemical, bacterial, and sensory properties, proximate analysis, and shelf life of […]
Xperience: Tackling Microplastic Pollution Through Seed Coatings
Microplastic pollution has jarred social consciousness, especially through a poignant look at its effect on ocean environments and marine life. Too many fish, dolphins, manatees, whales, birds, and shellfish are […]
BASF and RBTS to Develop New Opportunities for Automotive Refinish Market
BASF and RBTS have jointly signed a memorandum of understanding at Automechanika Shanghai to collaborate on the automotive aftermarket business. This partnership aims to create an innovative platform that enhances […]
AkzoNobel Seeks to Contribute to China鈥檚 Water Supply System
AkzoNobel says it is contributing to China鈥檚 increased focus on developing a greener and safer water supply system. The company, along with the China Building Metal Structure Association, is devising […]
ECKART and Runaya Partner to Build Sustainable Aluminum Powder Facility in India
ECKART, a manufacturer in the effect pigment market, has entered into a joint venture agreement with Runaya, a manufacturer focusing on sustainability, to establish a facility in Orissa, India for […]
Brenntag Appointed Exclusive U.S. Distributor of Milliken Coating Additives
Borchers: A Milliken Brand announced Brenntag as the exclusive U.S. distributor for its coating additives. Brenntag, which currently distributes Borchers brand products in Europe, will now oversee its U.S. distribution. […]
Excel Color Corporation Introduces New Logo and Website
Illinois-based Excel Color Corporation has launched a new logo and redesigned website. It credits the growth of its pigment dispersion technologies in the CASE, foam, casting, molding, composite, aggregate, caulk, […]