ChemQuest Powder Coating Research

Unmatched in Powder Coating Expertise

ChemQuest Powder Coating Research is unparalleled in powder coating research and development capabilities. Our team of technical experts delivers formulation guidance, technology acceleration, raw material validation, and performance testing tailored for the specific needs of the powder coating industry.

How Can ChemQuest Help You?

understand

Understand
your markets
& technologies

Yield quality improvement

Demonstrate
commercial
viability

understand your markets

Discover
unexpected
features

Improved production rate

Accelerate
commercial
adoption

solve

Solve
problems and
determine root
cause

partner diligence

Educate
internal
teams

Our Technology Development Process

It starts with a conversation to define Project Scope, protected by a Non-Discloser Agreement and leads to a personalized proposal to meet the objective we jointly identify. Our work product can include:

Group 228 1
STEP 1
An approach to Technology Development based on informed, unbiased, and forward-thinking technical knowledge
STEP 2
A review of your product development information to date
STEP 3
A lab evalutation of your materials capabilities based on relevant ASTM testing, which may include creation of a starting point formula
Group 228 1
STEP 4
Consideration of how performance provides value to identified industry Trends, Drivers, and Unmet Needs
STEP 5
Additional testing aspects as determined
STEP 6
Review of interim results, refinement of project scope as needed
Group 228 1
STEP 7
We present you with a detailed informative review of all steps and data, allowing you to make informed decisions

Our Clients

  • Raw Materials Suppliers
  • Formulators
  • Manufacturers
  • End Users
  • OEMs
  • Distributors
  • Start-ups

Our Services

  • Material Analysis and Evaluation
  • Formulation Design and Optimization
  • Troubleshooting
  • Application Refinement
  • Expedited Testing Protocols
  • Product Benchmarking and more

Advanced Technical Center

Our lab specializes in powder coating technologies, providing cutting-edge R&D combined with precise testing and insightful troubleshooting. Our experts resolve technical challenges with consulting, product development, and laboratory services.

A view of part of the ChemQuest Powder Coating Research lab space

Raw Materials

  • Identification, evaluation, and formulary impact of new materials

Testing, Evaluation & Validation

  • Coating physical property and cure analysis
  • Accelerated exposure testing
  • Troubleshooting application and field issues
  • Value proposition generation

Formula Optimization

  • Fixing problem formulas
  • Formulation cost analysis
  • Guidance for specific market trends and customer needs, such as low-cure temperatures, UV cure, alternative
  • Substrates, antimicrobials, and corrosion resistance

Education

  • Powder Coating Kitchen technical training seminars
  • Customized, hands-on training
good photo panels curing
good photo panels curing

Formula Optimization

  • Fixing problem formulas
  • Formulation cost analysis
  • Guidance for specific market trends and customer needs, such as low-cure temperatures, UV cure, alternative
  • Substrates, antimicrobials, and corrosion resistance

Education

  • Powder Coating Kitchen technical training seminars
  • Customized, hands-on training
Intro to CQPCR One Pager Page 2 Image 0004

Market Intelligence

  • Market and growth dynamics, trends, and drivers
  • Addressable market size and growth dynamics
  • Overview of market landscape and competitive dynamics

Collaborative Innovation

  • Shortened time to market
  • Advanced technology scouting

The Ask Joe Powder Powdcast

Our in-house podcast

ASK JOE POWDER

Learn More About ChemQuest

Interested in learning more about ChemQuest and what we do? Download our Introduction to ChemQuest PDF, where you’ll find an overview of our facilities, educational programs, and technical services.