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ArtiCoating: Compact, Flexible and Intuitive Robot for Industrial Coating Applications from ITS

With ArtiCoating, the Czech company ITS introduces a proprietary robotic solution developed to meet current demands in the coating industry. This compact robot application enhances both efficiency and flexibility in painting processes and is suitable for small-batch, high-mix production environments.

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AkzoNobel and NIO Win Major Innovation Award for Groundbreaking EV Coating

The new Interpon A1000 product demonstrates the growing functional role of powder coatings in automotive applications and reinforces AkzoNobel’s position in the EV mobility sector. Through its Resicoat powder brand, the company already provides solutions designed to deliver electrical insulation for EV components such as battery systems and electric motors.

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AkzoNobel’s Interpon Helps Innocoat Set New Standard in India’s Architectural Coatings Market

Innocoat Systems has become the first company in India to secure Interpon D3020 Approved Applicator status, marking a significant milestone that strengthens its competitive position and underlines its commitment to quality, durability and sustainability in architectural powder coatings.

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X-Rite Showcases Colour Innovations and Smarter Digital Workflows at Plastics and Coatings Events Across North America

From cloud software to precision instruments, X-Rite empowers manufacturers to digitise colour workflows, accelerate approvals, reduce waste, and prepare for an AI-driven future.

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Disolac Launches New High-Performance Epoxy Primer Primapox 6131

As part of the Disolac primer portfolio, Primapox 6131 serves as an effective shop primer, delivering a strong coat that safeguards surfaces during handling, storage or transport until the final coating is applied.

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AkzoNobel Launches Interpon D Middle East Trends Collection for Architects and Designers

AkzoNobel’s newly launched Interpon D2525 Trends Collection features three palettes – Desert Sands, Shimmering Mirage and Arabian Nights – offering striking aesthetics alongside exceptional durability, gloss retention, colour stability and UV resistance.

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allnex Launches SETALUX® 57-1612: High-Performance Acrylic Resin for 2.1 VOC, 2K Coatings

allnex’s SETALUX® 57-1612 can deliver strong performance without compromising quality, making it ideal for industrial coatings on metal and plastics.

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AkzoNobel Showcases EV Sustainability at The Battery Show North America

Visitors to Booth #6033 will learn how AkzoNobel’s innovations are helping to shape the future of electric vehicles (EVs) by combining proven performance with measurable environmental gains.

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Sherwin-Williams Boosts Coatings Efficiency with Acrolon™ 680 Single-Coat High-Performance Polyurethane

Sherwin-Williams’s Acrolon 680 represents a significant step forward in production efficiency, simplifying the coating process while delivering dependable, long-term results.

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AkzoNobel Reveals 2026 Colours of The Year: Rhythm of Blues™

Developed through AkzoNobel’s annual trend research, the palette is designed to capture shifting societal moods and can be applied across industries ranging from interiors to automotive and aerospace.

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Henkel Unveils Bonderite M-AD 2000A Additive for Aluminium Anodising

Henkel’s Bonderite M-AD 2000A is a sustainable additive that allows anodising baths to operate at temperatures of up to 24 °C, compared with the conventional 18–20 °C. The higher operating range reduces the energy required for cooling and extends bath life, without compromising the performance or durability of the anodised layer.

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Mapei brings the ‘Zero’ paint to the Monza racetrack

For the first time on an international circuit, the safety barriers and vertical signage at the Monza racetrack have been coated with a paint from Mapei that is entirely CO₂ neutral.

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Jotun Launches Hardtop XP II For Steel Structures

Building on the legacy of Hardtop XP, the new Hardtop XP II from Jotun promises enhanced durability, efficiency and aesthetics. By extending the lifespan of steel structures, Hardtop XP II will play a vital role in mitigating both environmental impact and cost.

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TITAN-Catalytic to Unveil Two Groundbreaking Innovations at FABTECH Chicago 2025

Visitors can discover the new technologies at Booth D40217 in the Finishing Pavilion, where TITAN-Catalytic will present live demonstrations in collaboration with NIKO Conveyors.

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Sherwin-Williams Launches New Water-Based Coatings Platform for Rail Cars

The CarClad WB coatings from Sherwin-Williams are designed to rival the long-term performance of traditional solvent-based epoxies. They offer corrosion protection, durability, excellent adhesion, chemical resistance, extended service life and reduced maintenance needs.