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Imagine yourself as a newcomer to paint formulation. You have been cutting your teeth on modifying waterborne primers and topcoats for product finishes and your lab director feels you are ready to … [Read More...]
The earliest use of pigments actually predates human beings. Cave art from 70,000 BCE attributed to Neanderthals used natural mineral pigments as well as tree sap and blood to provide color. The … [Read More...]
Introduction A growing trend in coatings formulation and the chemical industry in general is the adoption of plant-based raw materials. There are numerous drivers for this including regulatory … [Read More...]
The meaning of the term “environmentally friendly” in relationship to coatings has evolved through the years. Initially, the term primarily referenced pollution prevention or reduction. This took the … [Read More...]