Decorating & Coatings

Researchers explored how atmospheric pressure plasma (APP) modifies the surface of bumpers to enhance paint adhesion without the need for primers, which is linked to solvent emissions and hazardous waste.

Starch-based polyelectrolyte complexes can be considered a sustainable step forward in packaging adhesives.

In the evolving world of composite materials, understanding prepreg tack has become essential, as it marks the success of the process.

Automotive plastics pose one of today’s biggest recycling challenges and hold the key to tomorrow’s circular economy solutions.

A new hydrophilic coating could give players an edge, enabling them to maintain control and consistency regardless of the course conditions.

Plastic film’s slip and friction characteristics are essential for optimal performance in flexible packaging. Modifying these characteristics with additives can greatly benefit manufacturers.

The extrusion coating market is evolving to provide sustainable alternatives that meet current packaging technical requirements, driving the shift toward more recyclable and compostable options.

The plastics industry is transforming under sustainability demands, with coatings driving growth through recyclable mono-material solutions replacing multilayer packaging.

The global push to replace PFAS-based fabric treatments has driven significant research into safer, more sustainable liquid-repellent coatings.

As climate change and global population growth accelerate, researchers are developing sustainable solutions to improve food security and crop yields.