Research & Development

Nov 11, 2020

R&D

Next generation No 1 top coat

Jotun has announced the launch of Hardtop XP II – the next generation of its most sold product. The original Hardtop XP is a well-known and recognised top coat in various industries like energy, shipping and infrastructure

Custom coating systems accelerate the use of exotic materials

Custom equipment designed for the deposition of exotic materials allows advanced coating solutions and ceramic matrix composites to be utilised for applications in automotive, aerospace, defence, energy, and the farthest reaches of space.

PSI Global Group launches first of its kind training division

The new PSI Global Group training division has now opened their facility in Liverpool and are taking bookings for anyone interested in obtaining their Train the Painter qualifications. The first session is planned for the Bronze Course from 6-11 November.

New Powder Coatings course added to the Train the painter programme

Corrodere Academy introduces a new Powder Coatings course to the Train the painter programme

Hempel inaugurates state-of-the-art production facilities in China

Responding to increasing demands for innovative coating solutions, Hempel’s new state-of-the-art production facilities in Zhangjiagang substantially enhance capacity to better serve Marine, Energy and Infrastructure customers.

Songwon announces new Leader Business Unit Coatings

Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce the appointment of Steffen Dobberstein as the new Leader Business Unit (BU) Coatings effective September 11th, 2023

Selektope keeps hull of world’s largest non-governmental hospital ship barnacle-free

Selektope keeps hull of world’s largest non-governmental hospital ship barnacle-free despite 22-months stationary in biofouling hotspots

Making the solution fit the need

Choosing paint for metal in a fast-paced, extra slip, high temperature environment

Nordica comes in from the cold for a fresh coat of durable paint

Arctia’s multipurpose icebreaker gets a fresh coat of durable paint

AkzoNobel says it will help shipowners save $100k a year

AkzoNobel says it will help shipowners save $100k a year from the new EU carbon levy

Robotic offshore inspection

The challenges presented in the inspection of a flare knock-out drum on an offshore platform, including the advantages and practicalities of employing robotic inspection in the role