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Coil Coatings Market Forecast and Outlook 2025 to 2035
The global coil coatings market is valued at USD 5.8 billion in 2025 and is slated to reach USD 9.2 billion by 2035, recording an absolute increase of USD 3.4 billion over the forecast period. This translates into a total growth of 58.6%, with the market forecast to expand at a CAGR of 4.7% betwe...Read more -
Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz
As the U.S and Israel’s conflict with Iran intensifies, supertanker costs in the Middle East have hit all-time highs. That was according to shipping data and industry sources on Tuesday. It comes as Tehran has attacked ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping through the Strait ...Read more -
Benefits of UV Curable Coatings for Wood
UV products contain a binder with a photoinitiator. When the applied coat is exposed to UV light, the initiator absorbs energy and triggers rapid polymerization (curing) of the binder. This split-second process produces highly durable and chemically resistant finishes. Joinery treated with a UV p...Read more -
Waterborne Coatings 101: The Future of Sustainable Surface Solutions
In the world of industrial and decorative finishes, a quiet revolution is taking place. The heavy “paint smell” of the past is fading, replaced by advanced chemistry that prioritizes both performance and the planet. Waterborne coatings have moved from a niche alternative to the globa...Read more -
A key focus for 2026 is addressing the toughness of UV-cured materials.
UV curing offers advantages such as speed, environmental friendliness, and high wear resistance and hardness. However, its high polymer chain cross-linking density results in poor flexibility, a persistent challenge for UV-cured materials. In practical applications, while demanding high wear resi...Read more -
How Will 3D Printing Evolve in the Future?
Today, companies like Raise3D are leading the charge, harnessing the power of 3D printing to deliver rapid production and real-time solutions that enhance competitive edges. As printers become quicker and more economical, their influence on on-demand manufacturing continues to expand, revolutioni...Read more -
UV/EB Coatings Continue to Gain Momentum in Sustainable Manufacturing
UV and EB (Electron Beam) coatings are increasingly becoming a key solution in modern manufacturing, driven by the global demand for sustainability, efficiency, and high performance. Compared with traditional solvent-based coatings, UV/EB coatings offer fast curing, low VOC emissions, and excelle...Read more -
Innovations in Eco-Friendly Ink: UV Flexo and Biodegradability
The ever-improving performance of eco-friendly alternative ink is making waves in the printing and packaging world. Covering water-based and biodegradable inks and UV curing methods, Chris Lo finds out how the eco-friendly printing market is gradually turning ink green. Although packaging inks c...Read more -
UV Printing Techniques and Characteristics
In general, UV printing involves the following categories of technologies: 1. UV Light Source Equipment This includes lamps, reflectors, energy-control systems, and temperature-control (cooling) systems. (1) Lamps The most commonly used UV lamps are mercury vapor lamps, which contain mercury ins...Read more -
Bio Based Epoxy Resin Market Summary
As per Market Research Future analysis, the Bio Based Epoxy Resin Market Size was estimated at 2.112 USD Billion in 2024. The Bio Based Epoxy Resin industry is projected to grow from 2.383 USD Billion in 2025 to 7.968 USD Billion by 2035, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.83% ...Read more -
Bio-Based Resins to Circular Economy: How UV Coatings Are Going Green (and Profitable)
”Sustainable UV Coatings: Bio-Based Resins and Circular Economy Innovations” Source: Zhangqiao Scientific Research Platform (August 17, 2022) A paradigm shift toward sustainability is reshaping the UV coatings sector, with bio-based resins derived from plant oils (e.g., soybean, cast...Read more -
Understanding UV Curing in Wood Coating Applications
UV curing involves exposing a specially formulated resin to high-intensity UV light. This process initiates a photochemical reaction that causes the coating to harden and become cured, creating a durable scratch-resistant finish on wood surfaces. The main types of UV curing light sources used in ...Read more
