Was the FSCT’s International Coatings Expo a success?

Our third annual look at what paint R&D staffers earn and what\'s really on their minds as they spend countless hours in the lab.

With profitability the ultimate goal - for themselves and their customers - paint suppliers look to emerging markets and new technologies.

Comex finalizes its deal to acquire Professional Paint.

The solvents market looks to developing countries and greener technologies to drive growth.

Players concentrate on improving performance, expanding color options and penetrating new markets.

Suppliers focus on implications of European BPD while continuing to develop improved formulations.

Signs of recovery are on the horizon for the aerospace industry as airlines report an increase in passenger travel and expansion of their fleets. But will rising fuel prices stymie the recovery?

A look at the latest offerings from suppliers.

Formulators can create paint that performs and pleases when incorporating high performance and special effect pigments.

Find out how your company and your competitors ranked in our annual report profiling the top manufacturers in the world.

Coatings companies and their suppliers are relying on a wide variety of technologies to improve efficiency, customer service and ultimately their bottom line.

Successful show in Charlotte bodes well for industry.

The latest generation of low- and zero-VOC paint offers better performance, feel and finish attributes. Can manufacturers take it to the next level and make these products more mainstream?

Keeping one step ahead of environmental regulations and developing durable products that can withstand harsh environments remain paramount issues in the marine and offshore coatings market.

UV and EB coatings technology continues to impact many industries, delivering environmental and performance benefits to companies ranging from multi-billion dollar cosmetic giants to the local auto repair shop.

Paint companies are running leaner, and resins suppliers are shouldering more responsibility at a time when their own production costs are escalating.

2003 was a steady year in terms of mergers and acquisitions in the North American paint market, with buyers aggressively seeking synergies.

With production numbers down in North America and Western Europe, automakers are finding it harder to maintain profit levels, and are seeking new growth in emerging markets.

Testing equipment manufacturers have developed a variety of new equipment to meet the demands of their customers.

Pervo Paint has the drive to remain an independent player.

Wood coatings manufacturers have had a tepid reaction to CCA-treated wood’s replacements. Can these new generation compounds perform as well as its predecessor?

In slower economic times, equipment purchases often get put on the back burner. But it’s wise to keep a watchful eye on current machinery. Is there ever a good time for unscheduled maintenance and production slowdowns?

Are decorative paint companies optimistic about 2004?

The additives market showed signs of recovery in 2003 and indications are that 2004 will be even better.