- In September 2024, Evonik Coating Additives has introduced groundbreaking biosurfactants tailored for coating and ink formulations. The two new products, TEGO Wet 570 Terra and TEGO Wet 580 Terra, are poised to revolutionize the paints, coatings, and inks industry by delivering high performance while offering outstanding sustainability
- In September 2024, Crawford United Corporation announced the acquisition of Advanced Industrial Coatings, based in Stockton, California. Advanced Industrial Coatings specializes in providing high-performance coating solutions for the aerospace, semiconductor, medical, energy, and other industrial sectors. The company offers custom solutions, including non-stick, heat-resistant, chemical-resistant, and anti-corrosion applications, for industries requiring fluoropolymers and other advanced coatings
- In August 2020, Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine has introduced a rapid curing technology aimed at significantly reducing application time and labor costs for structural steel protection. The Envirolastic 2500 system, which provides comparable color and gloss retention to polyurethane topcoats, can be applied as a single or multi-coat solution. This allows for quicker shop processing compared to conventional two-pack coating systems
- In July 2020, PPG has launched its newly formulated PPG SURFACE SEAL Hydrophobic Coating for aerospace transparencies. Designed specifically for glass and anti-static coated glass windshields, Surface Seal is a top-tier rain and water-repellent coating system. It enhances pilot visibility in wet conditions and, when used as a replacement for traditional windshield-wiping systems, can contribute to improved fuel efficiency by reducing weight and enhancing aerodynamics
- In January 2020, Royal DSM, a global leader in science-driven solutions for Nutrition, Health, and Sustainable Living, announced that its innovative bio-based self-matting resin, Decovery® SP-2022 XP, has been successfully incorporated by coating formulators Ciranova and Arboritec AB into products showcased at Domotex 2020
