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17GIU

GARDCO Launches New Headlamp Magnifier Pro for Precision Inspection

Headlamp Magnifier Pro empowers users to work more efficiently and accurately across several applications, such as paints and coatings inspection.

17GIU

Mitsui Chemicals Unveils Spherical UHMW-PE Additives for Industrial Surface Treatment Sector

Developed to meet increasingly demanding requirements for wear resistance and sliding properties, the Mipelon and Lubmer product families offer a high-performance, low-density alternative to PTFE in coating applications where extreme heat resistance is not required.

15GIU

BYK color2check - Portable Color Quality Control for Basic Entry-Level Use Standards

The instrument complements the newly introduced color2go and expands BYK-Gardner’s portfolio of portable spectrophotometers to meet customer needs, ranging from basic entry-level use to professional applications.

10GIU

Advanced Corrosion Protection: Cortec® Shares Smart Maintenance Strategies to Extend Metal Coating Life

While industrial corrosion mitigation is an ongoing challenge, utilizing the right combination of rust removers, chemical converters, and high-performance corrosion-inhibiting coating systems significantly extends the time between maintenance cycles.

09GIU

Industrial coating parameter management system: Lesta RECIPE MANAGER

For all those companies wishing to improve precision, uniformity, and control of manual coating operations, without necessarily switching to full robotic automation, an industrial coating parameter management system is the ideal solution.

05GIU

Sun Chemical Showcased Advanced Coatings and Sustainable Solutions at FTA FORUM INFOFLEX 2026

Sun Chemical presented its latest innovations in functional coatings and sustainable technologies at the recent FTA FORUM INFOFLEX 2026. The company’s showcase centered on its ‘Experience. Transformation.’ Theme - highlighting how modern coating technologies can drive both aesthetic appeal and environmental compliance.

03GIU

Out of the niche: Dürr CTS scales up electric exhaust air purification for heavy industry

The new Oxi.X line electrifies RTO systems for high volume flows and VOC loads, eliminating fossil fuels and operational CO2 emissions.

27MAG

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings to Showcase Latest Aerofleet Coatings Management Innovations at MRO Greater China 2026

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings will be on Stand A3, showcasing how its data-driven insights and immersive VR training are helping shape modern aerospace operations.

26MAG

Evonik strengthens fast-cure epoxy offering in the Americas with Ancamine® 2868 and Ancamine® 2844 for challenging conditions

Ancamine® 2868 and Ancamine® 2844 advance coating performance by enabling rapid thin-film cure and fast property development, even at low temperatures and high humidity, while increasing formulation flexibility for demanding protective and marine coatings applications.

25MAG

Borchers Launches Borchi® Gen 0311 to Simplify Polyurethane Coatings Production

Borchi® Gen 0311 can simplify dispersion without sacrificing color strength or stability - thus helping formulators improve efficiency while maintaining the performance standards demanded in industrial polyurethane applications.

20MAG

Energy-Flexible Drying: Dürr Introduces Qflex Technology

Up to now, ovens used in automotive drying have always been designed for a specific heating method. Fluctuating energy prices, insecure supply, and ambitious CO₂ targets are increasing calls for more flexible systems. With its Qflex technology, Dürr introduces a new concept that enables a complete decoupling of all ovens from the heat source. This allows car manufacturers to use different energy sources or switch from one source to another in the future without structural changes to the oven.

19MAG

H2O GmbH Marks 40 Years of VACUDEST Innovation at Surface Technology Stuttgart

Over the three-day event, held from 5 to 7 May 2026, the company demonstrated how it continues to transform industrial wastewater into a valuable resource for global manufacturing.

18MAG

Sherwin-Williams Releases Anodite® Plus for Architectural Market

With 16 fresh colors, the ultra-matte series offers a smooth, low-gloss, metallic appearance designed to simulate the colors of anodizing — but with the added advantages of hiding surface imperfections and defects in the metal.

18MAG

FANUC Unveils Compact and Portable CRX-3iA Collaborative Robot

Weighing just 11 kg and offering a 692 mm reach, this ultra-lightweight robot can be carried single-handedly. Its design allows for effortless adjustment and seamless relocation into tight, confined workspaces. It automatically detects its installation angle and can be paired with a magnetic base, enabling mounting in any orientation without requiring screw fixings.

14MAG

Henkel Launches New Mid-Temperature Sealing Solution To Improve Anodizing Efficiency And Sustainability

With Bonderite M ED 11204, Henkel expands its aluminum anodizing portfolio with a new mid-temperature sealing technology designed to reduce energy consumption, CO₂ emissions, and water usage while simplifying production processes.