Kristin Johansson

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Associate Publisher and Chief Editor at Paint and Coatings Industry

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University Coatings Innovation Models

3 weeks ago | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

FOCUS conference keynote. Image courtesy of Kristin Johansson. May was a whirlwind of coatings shows and conferences, including Coatings Tech, FOCUS, the SSCT Annual Conference, the Eastern Coatings Show, RadTech and the Canadian Coatings Conference. They were all great events and covered a variety of trends and technologies our industry encounters today. The keynote presentation at the Detroit Society for Coatings Technology’s FOCUS Conference was particularly interesting to me.
Reimagining Architectural Paints with Plant-Based Acrylic Binders

1 month ago | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

onurdongel / E+ via Getty Images Bio-based technology continues to gain traction in the architectural coatings market as manufacturers seek sustainable solutions that don’t compromise performance. Dow Coating Materials is addressing this challenge with all-acrylic bio-based binders designed to reduce carbon footprints while meeting the rigorous demands of premium paint formulations.
How Would You Answer?

1 month ago | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

Kristin Johansson, Chief Editor, PCI PCI recently attended the 2025 European Coatings Show and Conference in Nuremberg, Germany. A highlight for me at this event is always the live audience survey of conference attendees. This was my 9th time attending the ECS, and I enjoy comparing each year’s questions and responses to those from previous years.
What You May Have Missed at ECS 2025

2 months ago | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

Many people recently returned from the European Coatings Show and Conference, held March 24-27 in Nuremberg, Germany. The PCI staff spent three full days meeting with suppliers to the coatings industry, learning about technology launches and discussing the latest trends, challenges and solutions the industry faces. While we didn’t have time to meet with all 1,216 exhibitors, we did our best! Below is a recap of several of our meetings, giving you a snapshot of what was showcased at the ECS.
Emerging Technology Improves Coating Quality and Eliminates Paint Waste

2 months ago | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

Kristin Johansson, Chief Editor, PCI PCI’s editors were recently invited to attend a live demonstration and Open House in Sterling Heights, Michigan, to explore how terahertz technology can eliminate paint waste and improve coating quality in automotive and aerospace manufacturing. The event was hosted by Indicon and TeraView, who have partnered to develop an integrated terahertz robotic solution.
Small Innovations Can Make a Big Impact

Mar 5, 2025 | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

Kristin Johansson, Chief Editor, PCI I had an interesting conversation recently with a DIY painter and inventor from California regarding his new invention. On December 17, 2024, Jason McLoud was issued Patent No. U.S. 12,168,548 B2 for a new tool called CanPal, a crescent-shaped, ergonomic grip that snaps onto a paint can’s existing wire handle. Additionally, the CanPal can be detached from the wire handle to be used as an ever-ready can opener.
PCI Magazine, Always Evolving

Feb 3, 2025 | pcimag.com | Courtney Bassett |Kristin Johansson

Just like the coatings industry, PCI is always evolving — developing new products and resources for our readers and customers; and staying abreast of trends and best practices in digital media. It is one of the things we like most about our jobs. If you see our team at lunch or dinner at a trade show or conference, it’s a good bet we are brainstorming new content, strategies and platforms to bring to you in the near future. Following is a snapshot of what’s new with PCI this year.
PFAS Alternatives and Remediation Ramp Up

Jan 7, 2025 | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been a major topic of concern in recent years due to their widespread use in coatings, and their potential environmental and health risks. Coatings manufacturers, and the companies that supply chemical products to them, are under increasing pressure to develop safer replacement technologies that provide equal or better performance.
Empowering the Future of Chemical Distribution

Dec 8, 2024 | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

In November, the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) welcomed 671 members and industry leaders to its 2024 Annual Meeting held in La Quinta, California. The event served as a hub for the chemical distribution industry to explore challenges, opportunities and forward-thinking solutions.
The Fall Show Season, and a Focus on Distributors

Oct 10, 2024 | pcimag.com | Kristin Johansson

September kicked off the fall show season with the Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit, which was a huge success. The event had 480 attendees and 89 exhibitors, with 50 companies renewing their exhibit or sponsorship on-site for next year. You can mark your calendars now for the CTT Summit 2025, which will take place September 3-5, again at the Westin Lombard in the Chicago area.