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Powder Coated Tough (PCT) is the only North American magazine dedicated solely to powder coating. We faithfully cover the continued growth of powder coating technology and the diverse community of professionals who are passionate about powder. As the official publication of The Powder Coating Institute (PCI), we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality education, solutions, and resources—all from respected powder coating industry experts. Subscribe to print and/or digital editions here. You can also subscribe to our Spanish language digital-only magazine Powder Coated Tough en Español here.

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From Booth to Boardroom
What happens in the powder booth doesn’t stay in the powder booth. Increasingly, coating performance is influencing everything from production capacity and margins to customer retention and the bottom line. READ MORE

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The Case for Beta-HAA-Cure Polyester Powders
In North America, beta-HAA or TGIC-free polyester powder coatings are increasing in popularity at a significantly faster rate than TGIC polyesters. Right now, depending on the market segment and source, ß-HAA cured polyesters hold 6% to 15% of the total exterior polyester market compared to TGIC-cured polyesters. READ MORE



Q. I am a quality assurance technician for a custom castings company. Our parts look smooth and defect-free when they enter the oven, but once cured, pinholes appear across the surface. We’ve checked gun settings and powder quality, but the problem keeps coming back. What’s causing this?Get Your Answers Here Submit Questions Here