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The New Sustainable Competitiveness of Italian Industry: Water Energy’s Press Conference at the Senate

On March 25, 2026, in the Sala Nassirya at Palazzo Madama, seat of the Italian Senate, ipcm® was invited by Water Energy to take part in a technical session focused on industrial sustainability. The initiative, held as part of World Water Day activities, provided an important opportunity for discussion on industrial processes, water resource management, and energy efficiency, bringing together businesses, institutions, and academia.

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EnviroTech Europe Expands Surface Cleaning Portfolio with Richard Geiss Recycled Solvents

The addition of Richard Geiss products strengthens EnviroTech Europe’s position as a one-stop supplier, providing customers with greater choice and flexibility when specifying solutions for industrial surface cleaning and degreasing processes. GEISS® products are celebrated for consistent quality, proven performance and robust sustainability credentials. EnviroTech Europe’s technical team is available to advise on product selection and provide full application support.

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Sun Chemical to Showcase Advanced Pigment Solutions for Surface Treatments at ChinaPlas 2026

Exhibiting at Hall 8.2, booth F37, the company will highlight solutions tailored to meet the demanding performance, aesthetic and sustainability requirements of the plastics and surface treatment industries.

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LANXESS Hikes Prices for Inorganic Pigments by Up To 20%

The company said the decision follows a sharp escalation in costs, particularly for energy, key raw materials and logistics, driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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Cortec® Unveils Injection-Based Shield to Combat CUI in Oil & Gas Sector

By introducing high-performance, injection-based inhibitors, the company aims to bypass the prohibitive costs and logistical nightmares traditionally associated with inspecting and protecting insulated assets.

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X-Rite Pantone Showcases Advanced Colour Management Solutions for Smart Manufacturing at the American Coatings Show

Through live demonstrations, product displays, and educational presentations, X-Rite Pantone will demonstrate how manufacturers can replace guesswork with standardised, data-driven colour processes. These approaches improve accuracy, streamline approvals, and reduce waste, providing a more reliable foundation for efficient manufacturing and future automation initiatives.

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Interpon strengthens its most iconic architectural collections with bio-attributed resins

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is strengthening the sustainability profile of its leading Interpon D architectural collections with the introduction of bio-attributed resins in European production locations.

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C.S.I. Centro Servizi Industriali: Macro-Finishing at Room Temperature

New deflashing system from C.S.I. (Centro Servizi Industriali) removes need for cryogenic pretreatment.

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Steelpaint Gains Network Rail Approval for New-Build Rail Structures

Corrosion protection remains a critical concern for UK rail, with many maintenance projects involving steel replacement on aging bridges. Without new-build approval, Stelcatec could not be applied to these replacement sections.

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Reliable Compressed Air Systems: Essential for High-Quality Industrial Coating

For manufacturers striving for flawless finishes and operational efficiency, a dependable air supply is the foundation of success. In industrial coating, reliability is not just about keeping the line moving, it is about protecting product quality, reducing waste, and safeguarding profits.

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The Issue n. 98 of ipcm® International Paint&Coating Magazine Is Out Now!

Read the latest issue of the magazine dedicated to surface treatments and organic and inorganic finishes: special issue on PaintExpo 2026!

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Donelli investe sui talenti: corso gratuito e opportunità di assunzione nella verniciatura industriale

Donelli, storica azienda della verniciatura industriale, promuove un corso gratuito per formare nuovi addetti. Al termine è prevista l’assunzione con contratto iniziale tramite Randstad.

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SONGWON Revises Global Pricing for Coatings

SONGWON remains committed to supporting its customers throughout this period, ensuring reliable supply and service, particularly for its Coatings products, during this time of increased market volatility.

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Henkel to Showcase Advanced Metal Processing Technologies at METPACK 2026

At stand 1C38 in hall 1, Henkel will demonstrate how cutting-edge metal surface treatment enables efficient production, high-quality packaging, and reduced environmental impact.

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New BYK-Gardner color2go

BYK-Gardner USA, worldwide partner of the automotive, paint and plastics industries for quality control of colour, appearance and physical properties, is introducing the new color2go, a portable spectrophotometer that combines precise colour and 60° gloss measurement with digital standards. 

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