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Powder Coated Tough (PCT) is the only North American magazine dedicated solely to powder coating. We faithfully cover the continued growth of powder coating technology and the diverse community of professionals who are passionate about powder. As the official publication of The Powder Coating Institute (PCI), we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality education, solutions, and resources—all from respected powder coating industry experts. Subscribe to print and/or digital editions here. You can also subscribe to our Spanish language digital-only magazine Powder Coated Tough en Español here.

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Could Powder Coatings Become the Next Generation of Photovoltaic Materials?
Advances in conductive polymers, nanomaterials and semiconductor technologies suggest the boundary between protective coatings and photovoltaic materials might not always be as distinct as it is today. READ MORE

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The Case for Beta-HAA-Cure Polyester Powders
In North America, beta-HAA or TGIC-free polyester powder coatings are increasing in popularity at a significantly faster rate than TGIC polyesters. Right now, depending on the market segment and source, ß-HAA cured polyesters hold 6% to 15% of the total exterior polyester market compared to TGIC-cured polyesters. READ MORE



Q. Our company manufactures metal hardware used in various sub-assemblies. We routinely pass crosshatch adhesion, impact and even salt spray, yet parts are failing after months in service. Customers insist we “did everything right,” but the coating is still breaking down. What’s going wrong? Are there other tests that we can perform to help better predict field performance?Get Your Answers Here Submit Questions Here

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