Shining bright in matte coatings market
By Leendert Molhoek-Long history of Powder Coating innovation: Powder Coating Technology has come a long way in the last 60 years. The success of the technology has been driven by the continuous improvement in raw materials, formulating techniques, and manufacturing processes. Nowadays, the aesthetic, operational and environmental advantages of this technology make it a well-established alternative to traditional liquid coatings for both indoor and outdoor applications, and in a very diverse range of markets, from automotive and architecture to furniture, design and beyond. Since the 1960s, Royal DSM has made a significant contribution to the development of powder coating technology. Read More
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