Global coating manufacturer Sherwin-Williams has unveiled a new thermal insulation coating designed to completely eliminate the threat of corrosion under insulation (CUI) for industrial assets. The product, named Heat-Flex® AEB (Advanced Energy Barrier), acts as a direct replacement for traditional, bulky mineral-based insulation systems widely used on storage tanks, process vessels, and piping.

ipcm® – “Sherwin-Williams Launches Coating to Eliminate Corrosion Under Insulation” / Federico Melideo / Published July 3, 2026.

Source: ipcm.it | Strategic Media | AMAS Member | August 2026

The event focused on navigating the shift toward sustainable coatings by addressing the upcoming EU PFAS ban. DÖRKEN introduced its new room-temperature curing coating, while industry partners discussed the technical challenges of validating and transitioning to PFAS-free alternatives. Ultimately, it served to align the entire supply chain on the future requirements of industrial coatings.



ipcm® – “DÖRKEN Days Italy: Presentations and Networking in a Historic Setting” / July 10, 2026 / Federico Melideo.

Source: ipcm.it | Strategic Media | AMAS Member | August 2026

The coatings manufacturer has published its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting consolidated net sales of USD 6.79 billion and a net income increase of 11.8 % year on year, with growth recorded across all three business segments.

Source: european-coatings.com | August 2026

In an industrial landscape characterized by increasing requirements for sustainability, production flexibility, and color accuracy, tinting systems are taking on a strategic role, including in the industrial coatings sector. In this interview,

ipcm® – “Tintometria industrial sustentável: a evolução dos sistemas de cores segundo a Ralston Tinting Systems” First published in ipcm® IBÉRICA/LATINO AMÉRICA / Issue 41 / Febrero 2026 / pp. 12 – 19.

Source: ipcm.it | Strategic Media | AMAS Member | March 2026

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