Paint and Coatings Industry

PCI serves as the most reliable independent source of news and insights for the paint and coatings sector. We provide updates on the newest raw materials and equipment, as well as information on finished coatings and finishing tools. This platform is designed for suppliers and manufacturers in the paint and coatings industry worldwide to connect, exchange ideas, propose story ideas to our editors, and engage in discussions about current trends and developments in the field.

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University Coatings Innovation Models

5 days 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

2 weeks 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?

4 weeks 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.
Is Your Factory Safe Enough?

1 month ago | pcimag.com | Katie Brenneman

Running a factory comes with a long list of safety hazards in industrial settings. Heavy machinery, chemical processes, and busy production lines all create risks that need careful management. At the same time, computer systems that control production and store company data face their own set of threats. Keeping workers safe while protecting company information might seem like two separate challenges, but modern approaches bring these safety concerns together.
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.
Can Trash Textiles Replace Toxic Coatings?

2 months ago | pcimag.com | Tom Fleischman

Credit: joruba / iStock via Getty Images Plus A new technique developed by researchers at Cornell University could enable the creation of waterproof coatings for clothing from discarded textiles — a safer and more sustainable alternative to conventional coatings, which are typically made with harsh chemicals and carcinogens. The method, developed by a team led by Juan Hinestroza, the Rebecca Q.
How Industry 4.0 Technologies are Revolutionizing Paint and Coatings Manufacturing

2 months ago | pcimag.com | Katie Brenneman

Photo by KJ Brix: https://www.pexels.com/photo/close-up-of-modern-robotic-mechanism-16544054/ Industry 4.0 represents the fourth industrial revolution, characterized by the fusion of advanced technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to create smart factories. This paradigm shift is significantly transforming manufacturing landscapes, including the paint and coating sector, where competitiveness hinges on operational efficiency and innovation.
Wanhua Water-Based Solutions for Industrial Metal Coatings

Mar 10, 2025 | pcimag.com | Amanda Andrews |Jiaming Wang

As the globe focuses on sustainable developments, one key area of innovation that continues to develop is water-based resins. We want to ensure that coating technology provides protection to the substrate and is environmentally friendly as well. When you think about protecting a metal substrate, a few key elements come to mind: excellent adhesion to the substrate, outdoor durability, water resistance, and salt spray resistance.
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.