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This month’s Formulating with Mike column continues the discussion on resins, with a focus on epoxy curing agents. When it comes to great adhesion, chemical resistance, and corrosion resistance, an epoxy is hard to beat. There are different epoxy curing agents, and each one provides different properties that can be suited for a wide variety of end-use applications. 

This study introduces the use of 1,3-Propanediol (1,3-PDO) in polyurethanes as a building block component of polyester and polyether polyols, and as a chain extender. The bio-based coatings prepared in this investigation provided useful physio-mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and water resistance compared to reference commercial petroleum-based two-component PUDs.

The selection of a suitable coalescent involves evaluating the impact on a paint’s performance and sustainable aspects related to durability, bio-based content, and environmental impact. This article shares experiment results of a newly developed bio-based, zero-VOC coalescent for improving latex film formation and paint performance.

Elastomeric roof coatings must show excellent adhesion to the substrate since they can be applied to several types of roofs such as metal, concrete, bitumen, and others. Fibrillated cellulose is a renewable material that delivers multiple functionalities such as rheology to stability and surface properties, as well as supporting a more sustainable lifecycle.

Commercialization of 3D printing, the increase in popularity of electric vehicles (EVs), and climate change-related challenges are highlighted as three major global trends affecting coatings industry growth and leading innovation efforts.

Tim Knavish, PPG Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented on the quarter, saying, “ We achieved record third-quarter net sales and adjusted earnings per share aided by the breadth and resiliency of our business portfolio."

Available with air or electric operation, from ¾ to 4 HP, models are configured for vigorous agitation in low viscosities or medium agitation for heavier bodied liquids.

The new “Quick-Set property” of TEGO Guard 9000 technology enables high rain resistance just a few minutes after application

All three models will be available for non-combustible or combustible dust (Kst) applications, including Protura^® filtration media, and each will include a range of standard features and accessories.

The single-component, spray-applied coating system meets OSHA standards for protecting personnel from skin-contact burns on assets operating at temperatures up to 350 °F in one coat.

ROSS Ribbon Blenders handle a wide range of dry materials, from seasonings and beverage mixes to pharmaceuticals, chemicals, plastics and agricultural powders or granules.

EPS^® (Engineered Polymer Solutions) has launched EPS 2133, an all-acrylic polymer made without APEO surfactants that can be formulated for permanent and removable pressure-sensitive adhesive applications.

DAREX WBC 711 was designed specifically for irregular ends of tinplate or aluminum cans lined by shower head or die lining application.

PCI’s editors rely on our Editorial Advisory Board (EAB) for assistance with a variety of projects and articles throughout the year. We are pleased to welcome three new coatings industry professionals to our EAB!