June 2023

Reserchers describe the production of an antistatic and antibacterial two-component waterborne polyurethane coating.

PPG has seen, by far, the most brand value growth of all Paints brands included in the ranking.

A new review article gives a comprehensive overview of the advances of design and application in self-healing anticorrosive coating.

Rhino Shield’s ceramic elastomeric formula passes wind-driven rain tests and is still fully permeable.

Interpon A1243 adds color, style and performance to brake caliper design.

A recently conducted study focuses on a facile und cheap approach to fabricate omniphobic and robust polyurethane coatings for anti-smudge applications.

Adds systems for electrostatic and mechanical room protection, other severe environments.

NanoDUR and NanoLAV can reduce overall environmental impact of paint and coating manufacturing without altering pH levels.

Advancements in digital printing technology will help fuel continued growth in inkjet.

Vietnam’s shipbuilding and repair sector looks set for significant growth.

The adhesive manufacturer Jowat further expands its presence on the Asia-Pacific market with an own adhesive center in China.

Japanese electronics company Epson said it had cornered the top spot in the large format printing market across the Southeast Asian region last year on the back of surging demand. “As graphic demand increases post-pandemic, Epson continues to see growing opportunities across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region,” Epson said in a statement on Monday. Epson said it had secured a 10% market share for large format printers with solvent, eco-solvent, and latex ink.

Producer of chemicals and resins, SABIC has collaborated with China’s Blovelight, Ltd.

Coatings World

PPG announced the opening of a Color Creation Lab in collaboration with automaker Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. At the facility, located in Wuhu, China, PPG color stylists and Chery designers will create new colors tailored to specific vehicle designs, from initial color recommendations to final materials for application in Chery’s manufacturing plants.

Coatings World

Russia-China trade turnover is on the rise as the countries forge stronger political ties. Over the past year, Russian coating companies heavily invested in new technologies and capacity expansion targeting to make up for the lack of Western products. Now, at least in some segments, they are outbid by Chinese competitors who are showing an expanding interest in the Russian market.