Exploring the Data and Dynamics that Shape the Global Paint and Coatings Industry

by Susan Sutton | Apr 2025 | PCI

Select Market Segment FindingsDecorative Architectural CoatingsOEM CoatingsSpecial Purpose CoatingsGlobal Market Analysis StructureWhat Does the Future Hold? The recently published Global Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2024-2029), which was...

Material Science Startup Technology: The Long and Winding Road Less Traveled

by Victoria Scarborough, Ph.D. | Mar 2025 | PCI

The Challenge of the Material Science StartupHurdles and PitfallsUnlocking Potential Business grows faster when it is fueled with innovative technologies that attract new customers, increase profits, and provide competitive advantage. In mature industries, like paints...

Potential Solutions to the Low-Temperature-Cure Powder Coating Conundrum

by Nathan Biller | Mar 2025 | PCI

Latent Catalysts and Blocking AgentsTwo-Part SystemsAlternative Curing MethodsDeveloping Opportunities Low-temperature-curable powder coatings are often touted as the next generation of coating technology due to their environmentally inoffensive list of ingredients,...

Bridging the Gap: Tailoring Test Methods to Mimic Real-World Conditions

by Eric Casebolt | Feb 2025 | PCI

A Case Study: Improving Mar Resistance for Powder-Coated PartsDeveloping a Real-World Test MethodQuantifying the ResultsAchieving Meaningful Results The coatings industry relies on a variety of standardized test methods to evaluate coatings for an assortment of...

Electric Avenue: The Changing Landscape of Mobility

by Victoria Scarborough, Ph.D. | Dec 2024 | PCI

Driving Change: The Regulatory Environment & FundingProtection and DurabilitySafety and Environmental SustainabilityEV Battery CoatingsSensor Technology and CoatingsThe Future State The transportation industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by...

The Challenges of Product Development in the Coatings Industry

by Eric Casebolt | Nov 2024 | PCI

Understanding the Innovation ProcessYou Don’t Know What You Don’t Know Anyone who has been involved in developing raw materials for the coatings industry will tell you it is not a trivial undertaking. Over the years, we have seen many strategic thinkers...