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CAACER magazine is directed at industry personnel/s concerned with the development, manufacture, use and trade, looking for credible information about the industry, its products and manufacturers as well as the latest news on the global market and in-depth feature on all aspects of the business. Each issue is well researched and contains a wide range of content like technical features; health, saf

ety and environmental issues concerning the anti-corrosion industry; educational workshops; personalities; company profiles; industry news, updates and surveys; events, exhibitions and conferences news; photo essays; situations vacant and wanted; new methods, materials and software, new developments in research and industry; as well as the latest products equipment and processes and much much more. You can subscribe the magazine, either a digital or a hard copy.

24/07/2026

Happy International Blasters & Painters Day!

Today, we proudly celebrate the skilled professionals whose precision, dedication, and craftsmanship protect industries around the world.

From surface preparation to the application of protective coatings, blasters and painters play a vital role in extending asset life, preventing corrosion, and ensuring the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure. Their expertise keeps pipelines, bridges, ships, refineries, power plants, and countless industrial assets protected.

To every professional working behind the scenes, thank you for your commitment to excellence and for helping build a safer, stronger, and more sustainable future.

Here's to the people who protect what matters most. Happy International Blasters & Painters Day!

20/07/2026

June-July 2026

The global push toward cleaner, low-VOC, and more efficient industrial finishing is fueling steady momentum in the powder coating equipment market, which is on track to climb from an estimated USD 1.43 billion in 2025 to roughly USD 1.93 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 3.4% over the forecast window. The market is expected to reach USD 1.48 billion in 2026 alone, reflecting consistent demand as manufacturers across the automotive, rail rolling stock, appliance, architectural, and
general industrial sectors continue replacing legacy liquid-paint lines with dry-powder systems, according to a Polaris Market Research report.

The standout growth story, however, belongs to powder recovery and reclaim systems, which the report identities as the fastest-expanding equipment segment through 2034. As raw material costs climb and sustainability mandates tighten, manufacturers are investing heavily in technology that captures and reuses overspray powder, directly improving operating margins while cutting waste. Curing ovens are following a parallel trajectory, with plants increasingly upgrading to low temperature curing and heat-recovery designs that lower energy bills without compromising finish quality.

In this issue, we analyze the areas of growth and innovation in the
powder coating segment, along with our regular columns and features. It is well known that every successful coating system has a beginning. More often than not, it begins with a properly prepared surface and the professionals who make it possible.

Despite their contribution, surface preparation professionals often receive less recognition than other stages of the coating process.
This growing recognition of the importance of surface preparation has led to increasing awareness around Blasters & Painters Day, observed on July 24. The initiative aims to highlight the role of abrasive blasting professionals and painters while encouraging safer blasting practices and greater appreciation for the people behind industrial surface preparation.

After all, if others can have their own celebratory Day e.g. Doctors' Day; Teachers' Day; Nurses' Day; Engineers' Day, Fathers' Day, Mothers' Day… it is only fit; we should celebrate Blasters & Painters Day!

Jolly Lonappan
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25/05/2026

April-May 2026

The 2026 Gulf conflict has intensified the scope for alternative fuels, acting as a catalyst for accelerating green energy transitions. Rising oil prices (~$100/barrel) and disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz are driving an urgent, long-term shift toward renewable energy sources, including wind, solar, hydropower, and nuclear energy.

In every economic decision, force majeure measures like earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, typhoons, landslides, wars – external or civil, election disruptions, currency value devaluation or appreciation are all usually taken care of. According to an ex-vice president of an oil company, the risk at the Strait of Hormuz was one factor that was never thought of or taken seriously.

However, the almighty has given humans so many energy resources in the form of water (hydro), fire (hot springs, volcanoes), wind (wind energy), sun (solar) and earth (magnetism, including oil and gas).

In this edition, we speak about the global wind turbine coatings market that is witnessing steady expansion as the renewable energy sector gains momentum worldwide.

This growth is largely driven by increasing investments in wind energy projects, technological advancements in coating materials, and the need for enhanced durability and performance of wind turbine components in harsh environmental conditions. Wind turbine coatings protect blades and structures from harsh environmental conditions like rain erosion, UV radiation, and saltwater corrosion, enhancing lifespan and efficiency.

The market is also benefiting from technological advancements in coating formulations. Manufacturers are investing in research and development to create coatings with enhanced properties such as self-healing capabilities, improved adhesion, and reduced environmental impact.

In this issue we talk about the challenges, the opportunities and some of the new developments in this sector. Plus, all our regular columns and features.

In the meanwhile, we hope and trust that the situation in the Gulf region will stabilize and normalize soon.

Jolly Lonappan
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17/03/2026

February & March 2026

Much has been written about AI transforming healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and retail through predictive analytics, automation, and generative models. At the same time AI and automation are making many strides in surface technology – which includes coatings, surface treatments, material characterization, and manufacturing finishing – shifting it from manual, experience-based operations to intelligent, data-driven, and highly precise systems.

Artificial intelligence and automation have long been an integral part of industrial surface technology. Whether process monitoring, quality assurance, material efficiency or plant control, digital technologies are fundamentally changing painting processes and raising them to a new level of performance. Intelligent, automated solutions that are already in use today and will become even more important in the future. Close cooperation with manufacturers, system providers, research institutions and users shows that AI is no longer a promise for the future, but a decisive lever for more efficient, sustainable and stable coating processes.

This technology is not just automating old processes; it is creating entirely new possibilities. It helps manufacturers produce higher-quality paint with less waste, empowers consumers to find the perfect color with a tap on their screen, and pushes the boundaries of what a simple coat of paint can achieve. It helps manufacturers produce higher quality paint with less waste, empowers consumers to find the perfect color with a tap on their screen, and pushes the boundaries of what a simple coat of paint can do.

These illustrations show that AI and automation in surface technology are no longer viewed in isolation, but increasingly as integral components of continuous process chains. The focus is shifting from individual optimizations to networked systems in which process data, quality information and plant parameters are collated and evaluated in real time. This development opens up new potential for reproducible quality, resource efficiency and process stability – but at the same time requires a high level of system integration and robust data models.

In this issue, we try and discuss some of the latest developments within our sector in the field of AI and automation. Besides, this issue also carries all our regular features and columns to keep our readers updated.

At the same time, we also hope the hostilities in the Middle East comes to an end as soon as possible and we are able to get on with our businesses and lives as usual and in peace!

Jolly Lonappan
Editor-in-Chief
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04/03/2026

Colours that remind us why we love what we do.
This Holi, may your days be bright, your moments vibrant, and your celebrations full of energy and positivity.

25/01/2026

Celebrating the spirit of freedom, unity, and democracy. Let us honor our Constitution and the heroes who shaped our nation. Happy Republic Day!

12/01/2026

December 2025 - January 2026

Imagine a paint that does away with the need to ever fuel your vehicle, or one that helps in lower a vehicle's ambient cabin temperature and reduce the energy usage of the air-conditioning system. This is just the proverbial tip of the iceberg to innovations in the future, just when we thought we have seen all there is to see in the paint and coatings sector. Mercedes-Benz is researching a new type of solar modules that could be seamlessly applied to the bodywork of electric vehicles – similar to a wafer-thin layer of paste. An area of 118.4 square feet (equivalent to the surface of a mid-size SUV) could produce energy for up to 7,456 miles per year under ideal conditions. The photovoltaic system is permanently active and also generates energy when the vehicle is switched off.

Nissan's cool paint has shown yields of up to a 12ºC reduction in exterior surface temperatures and up to 5ºC cooler interior, compared to a vehicle featuring traditional automotive paint. A cooler cabin is not only more pleasant to enter, but also requires less air-conditioning run-time to cool the cabin to a comfortable temperature. This helps reduce load to the engine, or in the case of an electric vehicle, draw on the battery.

Modern automotive paint and coatings is the result of years and millions of dollars spent in R&D, tightly controlled and orchestrated production processes and expectations from customers that leave no margin for miscalculations.

The industry is witnessing robust growth driven by rising demand for eco-friendly, waterborne, and high-performance coatings. Increasing adoption of EV paint technologies, smart nanocoating's and customized vehicle finishes is transforming the market landscape.

In this edition we discuss some of the latest developments in the automotive paint industry and the factors for its growth. Besides this, we have all our regular features and columns in place for our readers.

As we enter the New Year, let me thank you for your support throughout 2025 and also take this opportunity to wish each one of you – our readers, advertisers and well-wishers a great and fantastic year 2026 ahead!!!

Jolly Lonappan
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