Articles Tagged with ''Scratch Resistance''

The UV-curable coatings market is poised for growth, driven by sustainability trends, UV LED curing innovations, and applications in automotive and electronics, among other drivers. 

Innovative raw materials are essential for addressing challenges in coatings development. Two customer case studies focus on raw materials’ ability to enhance performance in corrosion and abrasion resistance applications.

In the realm of wood coatings, achieving a "natural look" has become a hallmark of modern design. To accomplish this, not only is low gloss required but also high transparency to preserve the vibrant colors of the wood.

This article covers scrub resistance test methods, the differences between them, and their importance and necessity. Attention to these tests can help inform formulators about the importance of raw material selection for high-quality latex paint formulations.

Many of today’s products must withstand near-constant use or exposure to the weather. Self-healing paints and coatings are still a relatively niche area of study, but it’s easy to see the widespread appeal. This article highlights the abundant practical applications for formulators and companies to explore. 

Polycaprolactone (PCL) polyols can be used to enhance coatings that feature other polymer chemistries in both 1K and 2K coatings. This article explores the performance benefits achieved when low-molecular-weight PCL tri- and tetra-functional polyols are blended with other hydroxyl-functional polymers in 2K coatings.

This study comprehensively evaluated novel, ultra-low-VOC 1K and 2K waterborne floor-coating systems designed to provide eco-friendly, lower-VOC alternatives to traditional solvent-based coatings. The materials employed in these innovative systems showed remarkable performance when subjected to industry-standard tests.

The sacrificial coating absorbs all types of damage over a very long period, and can be easily re-coated after excessive wear.

This article explores one company’s efforts to further advance global industry trends such as electrification, energy, resilient infrastructure, and sustainability through innovation and advanced coatings.

We currently use a "midnight black” wrinkle powder coating supplied by a major powder producer. Can a second touchup coat be applied after the first coat has cured? Read the answer to this question and more in this edition of Ask Joe Powder.