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PCI: Must See Products and Services
October's Must See
Products and Services


Paint & Coatings Industry magazine's Must See Products and Services provides a glimpse at the latest products and innovations entering the coatings market today. Click on the links provided and learn more about these companies, as well as the latest technology.

We Want to Be Your Full-Service Supplier

Catalynt is one of the largest certified women-owned suppliers and service providers for raw materials and ingredients in North America, offering exclusive manufacturer relationships, industry market intel and product knowledge, and a range of customer services. We anticipate supply disruptions, connecting you to the materials you need even in times of crisis. We work faster, smarter and better—because your work is important to the world. And that's important to us.

Some of the services we provide include:

  • Global raw material sourcing
  • Private label and contract packaging
  • Full-service logistics
  • Import and export expertise
  • Custom blending and manufacturing
  • Quality control lab services

 

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Experience Unmatched Precision and Versatility with the Spectrophotometer CM-17d

The Spectrophotometer CM-17d employs advanced spectroscopic technology to measure color with exceptional precision. By utilizing a high-resolution CCD sensor, it captures reflected light across the visible spectrum, analyzing wavelengths from 380 to 750 nm. This data is processed to provide accurate color coordinates in various color spaces, such as CIELAB and RGB, ensuring reliable color representation.

The CM-17d's ability to detect minute color variations enables consistent color matching and formulation, critical for maintaining brand integrity. With rapid measurement capabilities and a user-friendly interface, the CM-17d streamlines production processes, enhances quality control, and fosters innovation. Furthermore, its integration with formulation software streamlines workflow.

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Konica Minolta: Cuttin-edge Performance and Unmatched Comfort


Industry Leader in Sustainability

Azelis Americas CASE, a specialty chemical distribution company, builds unwavering loyalty by helping our suppliers and customers solve their most complex problems and accelerate sales. With over 70% of our team customer facing, unparalleled technical expertise, cutting-edge digital marketing capabilities, knowledgeable and helpful customer service, and a world-class supply chain, we deliver exceptional value in every transaction. Contact us and learn more at www.azelisamericascase.com.

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Ultra-Efficient Milling…RESULTS IN HALF THE TIME from Lab to Production

Imagine achieving grinds in half the time compared to horizontal mills. With our revolutionary method, you no longer have to settle for slow and inefficient processes. Try it now and experience the difference for yourself.

NEXGEN™ Vacuum Recirculation Mill combines immersion mill technology with an integrated vacuum to reduce particle size further, faster, and with a tight size distribution. The result is a pure and more efficient grind, cutting grind times by 50% or more. Liter of media/batch size efficiency is unsurpassed.

Oh, and with linear scalability too!

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NEXGEN Vacuum Recirculation Mill


King Industries: Solutions Beyond Chemistry

King Industries provides customized chemical solutions for formulators in the coatings industry. With cutting-edge testing capabilities, deep technical expertise and eco-friendly innovations, we ensure top performance, regulatory compliance and sustainability. Whether it's troubleshooting, formulation support, or new product development, King is your partner for superior results. From automotive to industrial coatings, we help optimize efficiency and extend product life.

King Industry's Coatings Additives Division offers:

  • Assistance with application and formulating needs
  • Development of new and innovative products based on your needs as well as for the greater CASE and foam markets

 

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King Industries: Industry-Leading Technical Service


Is Your Coatings Durability Testing Program Up to Date?

Selecting the right laboratory and outdoor test standards for your specific coatings application is critical to prevent premature failures. The Atlas Weathering Standards Guide for Paint and Coatings will inform you about natural and laboratory weathering, stress factors and failure modes, plus the latest xenon-arc and UV-fluorescent test methods. Download your complimentary Atlas Standards Guide now.

FREE STANDARDS GUIDE

Atlas FREE Weathering Standards Guide

US Silica: It's Here! EverWhite Pigment

Smart Refinish Paint Scale

Achieve perfect color accuracy every time with METTLER TOLEDO's precision paint-mixing scales, tailored for automotive refinish applications. Our user-friendly interface features a large TFT color touchscreen, making it easy to view mix information and alerts. Designed for professional use in body shops and repair centers, these scales streamline the mixing process, eliminating errors and ensuring consistent quality.

The modular design offers complete flexibility, allowing you to customize your setup while reducing costs. Store formulas directly on the scale, freeing up your computer and minimizing communication errors. Compliant with global safety standards, our scales deliver precision even in hazardous zones.

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Smart Refinish Paint Scale

US Silica: It's Here! EverWhite Pigment

Boost Accuracy and Repeatability with the New GARDCO Precision Gel Timers

Boost accuracy and repeatability with the new CE-certified Gardner gel timers, specifically engineered to measure the gel time of materials like resinous plastics, epoxy resins, adhesives, drying oils, FRP, elastomers and paints. These easy-to-use gel timers ensure precise results in gelation tests at room or elevated temperatures.

The Gardner GT—Standard model gel timer offers accurate, repeatable gel time measurements at ambient temperature.

The Gardner GT-H—Heated model gel timer measures gel times from ambient 125 °F up to 425 °F, allowing users precise temperature control of the sample during testing. Both models deliver consistent and reliable performance for various industrial applications.

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GARDCO Precision Gel Timers


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