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Ongoing Opinion Space

March, 2010 - What is the impact of economic downturn on the coatings Industry?

The 2009 economic crisis has impacted all industries both at global and regional levels. According to you, what are the main consequences on the coatings industry? What outlook do you see for 2010?

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Past Opinion Space

February, 2010 - Do you think that powder coatings can outperform liquid coatings?

Environmental advantages, coatings production maximized, good applied coatings performance etc. have led the way for the conversion of liquid coatings to powder coatings. Do you think that powder coatings can outperform liquid coatings?

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January, 2010 - In which coatings application(s) or related application do you see an opportunity for bio-based and biodegradable materials? And why?

In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of your coatings, there are several ways to make your coating greener. Reducing VOC by eliminating solvents is an example which has been on the forefront for many years. Presently the incorporation of bio-based raw materials is seen as a next level of reducing environmental impact of coating formulations. Where do you see potential for bio-based and biodegradable raw material solutions?

2 contributions to this Opinion Space

December, 2009 - What is the impact of REACH on raw material availability?

Are you facing issues when it comes to the supply of your raw materials? Which one(s) are problematic?

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November, 2009 - What do you think about Recycled paints?

Recycled paints can help save materials and energy. They can ensure performance equal to virgin paint with respect to product quality and environment… Do you see recycled paints as a solution to reduce waste?

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October, 2009 - Reduce human footprint, combine different technologies, Reach regulations, nanotechnologies are recurrent challenges referred to in the coatings industry.
Where do you see the current or future challenges for the coatings industry?

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September, 2009 - Ecological concerns have boosted interest in renewable resources to replace petrochemicals in a wide of variety of products. What do you think about green coalescents? Can they combine performance and sustainability?

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August, 2009 - The environmental and economic benefits of radiation curing technology like UV and e-beam are the drivers for the growing popularity of this technology. What do you think about the benefits of this technology and can you take advantage of it?

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