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EVONIK: Additive for Powder Coatings

December 16, 2022

A new, multifunctional polymer additive for powder coating formulations makes the formulation easier to disperse during extrusion by promoting pigment wetting and effectively reducing melt viscosity.

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AkzoNobel Opens R&D Lab for Low-Cure Powder Coatings

Dedicated to delivering low-cure powder coatings for use on heat-sensitive substrates, the new facility features an application lab, process lab, and an analytical and testing lab.

February 12, 2021

AkzoNobel has opened a new research center at its site in Como, Italy, that will develop products for the rapidly growing area of powder on wood.

Novel Abrasive Addresses Coatings Surface Preparation Challenges

A new category of abrasives is providing options to mitigate powder coating challenges relating to surface prep material performance, environmental profile, and production economics.

Steve Ricci

February 1, 2021

The global market for powder coatings is projected to expand in the coming years, potentially reaching $19.9 billion by 2027.¹ While the powder coating sector is poised for rapid growth, a prerequisite remains: getting the surface right.

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AkzoNobel to Build New Powder Coatings Plant in Taiwan

The fully automated plant represents a €20 million (approximately $23.6 million) investment.

October 15, 2020

AkzoNobel recently held a groundbreaking for a new state-of-the-art and sustainable powder coatings plant in Chungli, Taiwan.

AkzoNobel Gains Low-Cure Technology with Acquisition of Stahl’s Powder Activities

The technology acquired by AkzoNobel includes both UV and thermally curing powders.

September 4, 2020

AkzoNobel recently announced that it has acquired Stahl Performance Powder Coatings and its range of products for heat-sensitive substrates.

AKZONOBEL: Enhanced Powder Coating

According to AkzoNobel, the extra functionality offered by the inclusion of antimicrobial technology means that building interiors can now be given increased protection against microbes such as bacteria and mold.

August 4, 2020

Increased demand for products that can improve hygiene has prompted AkzoNobel to accelerate the addition of antimicrobial properties to its Interpon D1000 and 2000 range of architectural powder coatings.

AKZONOBEL: Powder Coatings Range for Steel Corrosion Protection

According to AkzoNobel, Interpon Redox offers customers high-quality corrosion protection in all conditions.

December 5, 2019

AkzoNobel recently announced that its Powder Coatings business has launched a global range of high-performance primers for complex corrosion challenges.

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Susan Sutton

July 29, 2019

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AKZONOBEL: Low-E Powder Coatings

Specially engineered for curing at temperatures lower than the current standard of 180-190°C, the new offering is TGIC-free polyester, which reportedly saves energy and helps customers to improve their efficiency.

July 23, 2019

AkzoNobel recently announced that it has launched smooth-finish additions to its range of Interpon powder coatings low-emissivity (low-e) products.

AkzoNobel to Boost Investment in Changzhou Powder Coatings Plant

AkzoNobel reports that the €3 million (approximately $3.4 million) investment will support additional supplies of acrylic powder coatings, metallic powder coatings, and powder primers for the automotive sector.

July 17, 2019

AkzoNobel has announced plans to add three new production lines at its Changzhou powder coatings plant in China, which is the company’s largest facility of its kind in the world.