Jack Walker and Paul Atzemis continue their discussion about the Cost of Coatings. They explore how coating systems are designed, and how that could affect the cost. They compare systems to the...

It is important to manage construction materials, particularly for piping or insulated equipment. Here are the key factors for proper coating selection.

As decarbonization efforts intensify worldwide, corrosion protection for carbon capture use and storage equipment is sure to be a topic of much discussion. Here, we explore some coatings and linings which might be suitable in this emerging—and critically important—segment.

An intumescent coating can be qualified or disqualified for use simply because it falls above or below a certain magical hardness level, usually as measured on the Shore D scale. But hardness has no influence on performance, and the Shore D scale just doesn’t make sense when assessing softer intumescent technology types. Fireproofing industry veteran Michael Hollman explains the consequences of misusing Shore D hardness in intumescent coating specifications. Also, Michael worries that his brother-in-law might soon beat him at snooker.

Red Bull Spain now occupies new headquarters in Madrid following the extensive renovation of a building previously used as an engineering college. Architecture firm yyplusplus designed furnishings and partitions to transform the open, noisy atmosphere into a pleasant space suitable for office work. They selected Farbocustic gypsum-based interior insulation because it combines excellent acoustic properties, a visually appealing finish, and safe natural fibers that enhance applicator and occupant safety.