The Siltech team explains how silicone additives move beyond surface effects, where PFAS replacement is progressing and why formulation-specific testing matters.Sponsored By:

Titan Abrasive Systems President Brandon Acker discusses overlooked blasting variables, hidden contamination and surface preparation issues tied to coating failure.Sponsored By:

CIL’s co-presidents discuss rebuilding the company as a standalone Canadian business and investing around local market needs.Sponsored By:

CCA President and CEO Dave Carey discusses advocacy, regulatory priorities and growing collaboration across the Canadian coatings industry.Sponsored By:

ACD President Eric Byer discusses shipping surcharges, rail consolidation concerns and the supply chain pressures affecting coatings manufacturers.

An Arxada expert discusses microbial control, biofilms and why proactive hygiene programs now play a larger role in coatings preservation strategies.Use biocides safely. Review and follow all product safety instructions. All product information corresponds to Arxada's knowledge on the subject at the date of publication, but Arxada makes no warranty as to its accuracy or completeness and Arxada assumes no obligation to update it. Product information is intended for use by recipients experienced and knowledgeable in the field, who are capable of and responsible for independently determining the suitability of ingredients for intended uses and to ensure their compliance with applicable law. All trademarks belong to Arxada or its affiliates or to their respective third parties and are used here only for informational purposes. © 2026 Arxada.

Live from ACS, Sun Chemical discusses evolving pigment performance, from ceramic whites for exterior durability to effect pigments and high-performance color chemistries.Sponsored By:

Live from ACS, BYK discusses additives shaping dirt pickup resistance, conductive coatings performance and evolving sustainability demands across coatings applications.Sponsored By:

Live from ACS, ystral highlights powder dispersion and jet stream mixing approaches improving process efficiency, energy use and formulation consistency. Sponsored By:

Stonebridge Coatings Laboratory and OmniTech sit down with PCI to break down how soy methyl esters perform against PCBTF in alkyd systems, including VOC, corrosion and formulation tradeoffs.