Paint and coating product development.
This section is specifically dedicated to professionals in the paint and coating industry, whose activities are related to the new paint and coating product introduction to the market. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive insight into the basic principles of sustainable paint and coating product development as well as assistance in understanding the standards and requirements in the European market.
Sustainable paint concept
Sustainability means meeting our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to…
Reduce VOC emissions
Reduction of VOCs in paint and coating products is regulated in the EU by the Directive 2004/42/EC on…
Avoid toxic substances
The term “hazardous chemicals” refers to various substances or mixtures that may pose harm to human…
Improve paint lifetime
One of the most important aspects is a lifetime cost analysis of the best environmentally-performing…
Responsible material selection
The raw materials, in the form of certain chemical components that are incorporated into paints and…
Consider the life cycle
The results of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) can be a helpful tool for the decision makers in order…