Pigments

Diversified trends in automotive colors and increased consumer competition are driving this market forward.

Demand is being driven by both economic and environmental factors.

Wood coatings manufacturers continue to enjoy positive growth as a result of a robust housing market.

Paints and coatings are the fastest rising segment in terms of global pigment demand.

Growth in the coatings industry is pushing the additives industry forward.

Now in its 20th year this annual event offers visitors a full range of exhibits for the paint and coatings industry.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select additives suppliers.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select pigment suppliers.

Continued growth is expected thanks to emerging markets.

The market grew by an estimated three percent in 2014.

Growth is on the horizon thanks to a revitalized automotive market and increased acceptance of aluminum.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select lab and testing equipment suppliers.

Increasing home and automotive sales are helping the resins market make gains.

Automotive and truck production is increasing, which is driving coatings use and growth rates.

This annual event featured presentations on a variety of topics related to surface coatings.

This biennial event’s theme was Focus: Innovation! Infrastructure! Efficiency!

The pigment market has been given a boost by a recovering economy and an invigorated automotive market.

The auto refinish market is impacted by a variety of factors including VOC legislation, lack of market growth, increased complexity and collision center consolidation.

Now in its 19th year, this annual event offers visitors a full range of exhibits for the paint and coatings industry.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select additives suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select pigment manufacturers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

The following article is a summarized version of the full research paper recently delivered as a presentation on this topic of solvent reduction technology at the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association’s 2014 International Roof Coatings Conference (IRCC).

This report takes a look at the diverse Asia Pacific coatings market.

The high performance and special effects pigments has show growth.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select resins suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

J. Lawrence (Larry) Robinson has retired as president of the Color Pigments Manufacturers Association, Inc.

Expectations for the metallics market remain positive as 2014 progresses, with companies Coatings World spoke to reporting a positive development in the market.

Aerospace coatings manufacturers deliver innovative products offering their customers improved efficiencies and expanded color options.

The resins market for 2014 has continued to show signs of recovery from the economic downturn, and business is continuing to hold steady.

This year’s event featured a panel discussion on automotive coatings.

Additives suppliers are cautiously optimistic for 2014.

Pigments manufacturers report growth in 2013, primarily fueled by increased auto sales and our optimistic for continued growth in 2014.

Show organizers report record numbers for CHINACOAT2013.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select pigment manufacturers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Carbon black and titanium dioxide pigments manufacturers share the latest products and company news.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select additives suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Marine coating manufacturers are seeing an uptick in ship repair and maintenance.

Bolstered by a rebounding housing market and strong auto sales, HP and special effect pigments market has shown modest growth

Metallic pigment manufacturers are optimistic for 2013, which has been slow but has shown some signs of picking up.

Inaugural event exceeds expectations.

Paint and coatings players in Eastern Africa’s largest economy, Kenya, have woken up to more business opportunities in recent months.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select biocide suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Resin manufacturers saw gains during the past year, and are optimistic about the coming year.

Approximately 26,000 attendees and 962 exhibitors visited the show.

The theme of the conference was “Leaps and Bounds: Reenergizing the Coatings Industry."

Auto manufacturers are looking for high-performance coatings that catch the consumer’s eye while also improving manufacturing efficiency.

Environmentally friendly technologies, meeting customer needs are among the key challenges that surfactants manufacturers are facing.

The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Polymers and High Performance Materials hosted the Symposium, which drew 43 speakers and 246 attendees.

The European Coatings Show will be held in Nürnberg, Germany from March 19-21. Here is a preview of what select companies have planned for the three-day event at the NürnbergMesse.

Due to the slow economy and decreased demand, the additives market has suffered this past year.

While still sluggish, growth for pigment manufacturers will be fueled by new product introductions.

For more information on the the products listed in this guide, contact the companies directly.

The auto refinish market remains flat in North America, but improving standards of living in developing countries are leading to an increase in cars in Asia and South America.

Carbon black and titanium dioxide pigments manufacturers share their latest offerings.

From Nov. 28-30 the Guangzhou Int'l Convention & Exhibition Center will host CHINACOAT2012, the main attraction for raw material and equipment suppliers looking to capitalize on China’s growing paint and coatings industry.

The high performance and special effect pigments market continues to improve and all indications are this growth will continue into the near term. Pigment manufacturers are focusing on developing products that deliver outstanding performance.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from radcure raw material and equipment suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

The industrial coatings market has yet to return to pre-recession levels of growth, but certain areas such as the oil and gas segments offer good opportunities.

At its annual celebration of color, Benjamin Moore’s HUEYs were presented for exceptional use of color in architecture and interior design.

This paper reports strategies to decrease dirt pick-up and bio-fouling of coatings with the addition of silica particles.

This annual event hosted by the School of Polymers and High Performance Materials at the University of Southern Mississippi featured 50 presentations on the latest in waterborne technology for the coatings industry.

Surfactants manufacturers focus on environmental issues and developing “greener” technologies.

Although still not back to pre-recession levels, the pigments market has continued to recover. Pigment companies are reporting a decrease in supply issues and an increase in demand for certain market segments, such as automotive coatings.

The following contains a directory of pigment suppliers and their products. For more information on the products listed in this guide contact the company directory.

The following contains a directory of select additive suppliers and their products. For more information on the products listed in this guide, contact the companies directly.

While the market is still not back to pre-recession levels, high performance and special effect pigments are seeing growth in China and other high growth markets.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from radcure raw material suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Coatings World caught up with Sun Chemical’s Dr. Aaron Hollman, Global Product Manager Effect Pigments, Performance Pigments, and discussed the latest market and technology trends in the metallic pigments market.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select media & milling equipment manufacturers.

This annual event hosted by the School of Polymers and High Performance Materials at the University of Southern Mississippi brings together professionals and academics involved in all aspects of the development of waterborne coatings.

Coatings World recently spoke with a number of surfactant suppliers to the coatings industry regarding the state of the market. Among the topics discussed were raw material costs, “green” chemistry and opportunities for growth.

Fueled by an increased interest in the DIY segment, as well as the development of higher performance waterborne formulations, the wood coatings market has shown some tentative signs of recovery.

The pigments market is showing some tentative signs of recovery from the downturn it experienced over the last few years. Pigments manufacturers expressed cautious optimism that as the effects of the economic recession begin to recede, the pigments market will also continue to improve.

Coatings manufacturers depend on raw material advances to innovate new technology for the market.

A look at the latest offerings from select pigment suppliers.

AkzoNobel and Jotun, two leaders in the global powder coatings market, continue to develop cutting edge technology and expand their global footprints.

The following pages contain a directory of select additive suppliers and their products. For more details on the products listed in this guide, contact the companies directly.

One of the leading North American paint manufacturers, Benjamin Moore continues to innovate new technology for the exterior architectural coatings market place. Jeff Spillane, senior product marketing manager at Benjamin Moore discusses some of these new advancements as well as the market in general.

The aerospace coatings market continues to face some challenging economic conditions. However, a strong military segment and the demand for chrome-free technology is driving the market forward.

The HPP market is off to a strong start for 2010, but will the trend continue?

Here is a look at the latest offerings from radcure raw material suppliers. For more information on the products listed, contact the company directly.

As the market crisis appears to be stabilizing and the automotive industry begins to rebound, metallic pigment manufacturers are cautiously optimistic for 2010.

With markets on the rebound, manufacturers of UV/EB coatings and raw material suppliers to the market are optimistic radcure technology will play an increasingly important role in the coatings industry, despite challenges along the way.

For this year's annual resins market update, Coatings World asked a panel of experts to address key issues facing the market including the economy, new technology and strategies for moving forward in 2010. The panel is made up of individuals from some of the world's largest and most diverse resins suppliers including BASF, Eliokem, DSM NeoResins+ and Celanese.

More than ever paint companies must serve a diverse palette of color options.

Enhancing the Performance and Functionality of Paints and Coatings

CHINACOAT closed with a growing number of visitors despite the global recession.

Coatings World interviewed a panel of experts to address key issues facing the pigments market including the economy, new technology and strategies for moving forward in 2010.

The coatings additives market was down in 2009 compared to years past but the handful of key suppliers Coatings World interviewed are optimistic that 2010 will bring slow recovery driven by the Asia-Pacific region.

Here is a look at offerings from select suppliers of pigments. For more information on the products listed please contact the company directly.

The following pages contain a directory of select additive suppliers and their products. For more details on the products listed in this guide, contact the companies directly.

Because most coatings manufacturers have a broad, complex business model that embraces multiple customer targets, the selling and marketing of coatings requires a vigilant and precise understanding of customers and their needs.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from radcure raw material suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

The Indian paint and coatings industry is still performing well despite slower growth due to the global financial crisis.

The sluggish U.S. housing market and ailing auto industry mean HPP manufacturers will face another tough year.

The airline industry has had a difficult history in the last decade with 9/11, fuel cost escalation and now, the recession. Confident business will turn around, coatings manufacturers are helping airlines reduce costs while innovating more environmentally friendly coatings.

Despite the worldwide economic downturn that has negatively impacted business on an unprecedented scale across the global paint and coatings supply chain, the mood at the European Coatings Show (ECS) 2009 was surprisingly upbeat.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select media and milling equipment manufacturers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

The economic downturn has impacted the metallic pigments market due in large part to the ailing auto industry, a major consumer of the pigments.

With consumers holding their breath while they wait for the next economic shoe to drop and businesses cutting costs and jobs to offset lost revenues due to the worldwide economic downturn, the U.S. government has taken bold action to jolt the economy through massive spending in several key areas.

The use and application of color is a minefield in any of the creative disciplines.

Surfactants manufacturers have developed products that offer compatibility, performance and economic advantages.

In the midst of the global recession, auto sales continue to plummet. This does not bode well for paint suppliers to the auto OEM market. Coatings World spoke with Cynthia Niekamp, PPG's new vice president of automotive coatings about current and future trends.

CHINACOAT 2008 in Guangzhou continued to receive encouraging support from domestic and international visitors. A total of 742 exhibitors gathered to greet the 2,367 international visitors and 21,488 domestic visitors.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select mixing equipment manufacturers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Tough economic conditions and a trend toward using composite materials in place of wood, mean another challenging year for wood coating manufacturers.

Suppliers discuss the effects of the bad economy on the additives market.

For this year's annual pigments market update, Coatings World asked a panel of experts to address key issues facing the market including the economy, new technology and strategies for moving forward in 2009. The panel is made up of individuals from some of the world's largest and most diverse pigment suppliers including BASF, Ciba, Clariant, Heucotech, Sun Chemical and Toyo Ink.

For more details on the products listed in this guide, contact the companies directly.

Because of the dual advantage of durability and environmental friendliness, powder coatings will likely continue to grow in the years ahead.

The American Coatings Show drew some 5,600 attendees to Charlotte, NC while 750 took part in the American Coatings Conference.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from radcure raw material suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

How are suppliers of HPPs dealing with record feedstock and fuel price increases?

The Color Pigments Manufacturers Association's (CPMA) 2008 International Color Pigments Conference, 'Color Matters-New Business and New Products in a Global Marketplace,' held May 13-15, 2008 at the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort in Lincolnshire, IL, closely examined present and future trends for pigments.

In need of support, ASTM International Committee D-01 continues to work on behalf of the paint and coatings industry.

The metallic look continues to be a hot styling trend among consumers.

The market for UV and EB coatings is strong and continues to grow.

Anti-corrosion coatings offer environmentally responsible products that can withstand the harshest conditions.

The additives market experienced positive growth in 2007 and saw many new product introductions.

The pigments market faced a number of challenges in 2007. Pigment manufacturers offer insight on what�s in store for 2008.

Comparing the environmental, economical and performance advantages associated with the application of liquid and powder coatings on architectural aluminum.

Suppliers look to the Asia-Pacific region as this area becomes the largest consumer of titanium dioxide.

While the automotive refinish market is level to slightly declining in the mature markets of North America and Western Europe, Eastern Europe and Asia-Pacific are experiencing healthy growth.

Rising raw material costs, an overall slowdown in economic activity in mature markets, tightening VOC regulations and consolidation are all key trends facing exterior architectural coatings manufacturers.

Suppliers continue to develop new innovative offerings to improve and expand the use of UV and EB formulations.

High performance pigment suppliers must balance cost with value-added features and benefits in order to remain competitive.

Lab equipment suppliers sound off on their latest products and services for the coatings R&D lab.

As the metallic look continues to be a hot styling trend among consumers, metallic pigments suppliers are developing new technology for paint and coatings manufacturers who depend on differentiation as a major key to success.

With the International Maritime Organization�s TBT antifouling treaty set to take effect Jan. 2008, along with the continuing surge of copper prices, marine paint makers and their raw material suppliers are adapting to meet these demands.

With the EU�s REACH legislation set to come into effect this June, suppliers and customers in the coatings industry will have to make major adjustments in their business operations to effectively navigate the new regulatory environment.

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select surfactants suppliers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

Nanotechnology will play a key role in the corrosion inhibitor market as new technology is developed.

Having grown to one of the largest ink companies in the world, Toyo Ink has marked its 100th year. Moving forward, the company is focused on growing its paint pigments business.

Although the pigments market must continue to deal with rising raw material prices, improving economic conditions worldwide and cost cutting initiatives offer some much needed optimism.

FutureCoat!, new organizational structure draw support from attendees.

New grades of titanium dioxide pigment provide added value for coatings manufacturers.

While they represent a small portion of the overall formulation, biocides are critical to the function of paint and coatings.

Suppliers continue to develop new offerings to improve and expand the use of UV and EB formulations.

Faced with greater performance pressures, coatings manufacturers need to recognize the key attributes high-performance pigments can deliver to their formulations�and ultimately their customers.

As pricing pressures continue, metallic pigment suppliers look to R&D for growth.

Some customers are very comfortable with color, others not so much. Hard work behind the scenes brings color alive for everyone.

The advantages of UV/EB coatings technology offer coatings manufacturers and raw material suppliers tremendous opportunities for growth.

The overall domestic market is estimated to be somewhat less than $1.0 billion annually, and is growing at an average rate of about 3.0% a year.

From automobiles to audio equipment to accent walls, consumers are flocking to metallic finishes.

With annual growth rates exceeding 10%, radiation cured coatings have become more than just a niche technology. But UV/EB coatings manufacturers aren't resting on their laurels. Improved performance properties have made rad-cure coatings more than just an

The shape of things to come.

Whether consumers need a clear varnish to protect the kitchen table, or a colored stain to revive an aging chair, there�s a pretty good chance wood coatings manufacturers have their needs covered. With a range of end-use applications and style preferences

Formulating problems driving you crazy?

Enhancing the performance characteristics of their pigments is high on pigments suppliers'

From barbeques to swimming pools, specialty coatings are everywhere. Here is a a look at some of the companies manufacturing coatings for niche markets.

Here is our show guide to the companies and exhibits at ICE in Dallas, TX.

Without pigments, paints and coatings wouldn�t be as colorful, or in some cases, as effective.

As auto manufacturers expand their businesses globally, so too are coatings manufacturers. No matter the size of the coatings firm, every R&D department is developing new technologies to answer the needs of car manufacturers that demand better systems at

The coatings industry’s leading exhibition continues to set growth records.

The following pages contain a directory of select additive suppliers and their products. For more information on the products listed in this guide, contact the companies directly.