Formulators Forum—Why Particle Morphology Matters in Powder Coating

Particle morphology is an often-overlooked factor with far-reaching impact. It’s a technical element that seems minor until you realize it under...

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Formulators Forum—Ultrafine, Ultra-Smooth Powder Coatings

Ultrafine powder coatings offer some unique properties that make them one of the best choices to achieve thin films that compete with liquid coatings ...

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Formulators Forum—How Clear Powder Coatings are Made and How They’re Used

A powder clear coat is as simple as it sounds—a powder coating that is transparent. While powder coating technology dates back to the 1940s, ...

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Formulators Forum—Formulating Powder Coatings for Use on Food Equipment

Food contact materials (FCM) are materials that are in contact with food or potable beverages during processing, packaging, or storage. During contact...

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Formulators Forum—Impacts of Specific Gravity on Powder Coating Formulations

Specific gravity in the context of powder coating refers to the density of the powder relative to the density of water. In other words, it’s a m...

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Formulators Forum—Formulating Thermoset Powders for Wood-based Substrates

Powder coating heat sensitive substrates like wood and MDF continues to be an exciting development in the powder coating industry. But what are the di...

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Formulators Forum—The Movement Towards PTFE-free Powder Coatings

Powder coated surfaces are ubiquitous in our everyday lives, from household appliances to office furniture to automotive parts. The textured finish of...

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Formulators Forum—Unveiling the World of Effect Pigments

Effect pigments play a crucial role in the visual aesthetics and functional properties of powder coatings. A diverse selection of effect pigments is a...

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Formulators Forum—Real Michael Addition in Powder Coatings

Lower temperature cure (LTC) application requires more than increasing the reactivity of the crosslinking chemistry. Formulating systems with high rea...

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Formulators Forum—Powder Coating for Corrosion Protection: Basics of Corrosion

An important property of a well formulated powder coating is its ability to extend the life of the metal it is applied to. Metal begins its life in an...

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