Changes in epoxy coatings development

The term epoxy coatings describes a broad range of products and chemistries based on a common structure that are used in industrial and protective coatings as well as the construction industry. They can yield products as diverse as electrodeposition primers, can coatings, floor coatings, marine coatings and chemically resistant tank and pipe linings.
The February issue of EUROPEAN COATINGS JOURNAL is featuring a review where some factors driving changes in the market for epoxy coatings are considered. REACH and other regulations may lead to some widely used raw materials being withdrawn. "Green" concerns are already being addressed in many ways, including improved performance efficiency, wider use of bio-renewable resources and development of low or zero VOC coatings with high performance.