AkzoNobel Coil and Extrusion Coatings

Following the European Symposium of Photopolymer Science (ESPS), which took place in September, we caught up with Michel Rosso, Coating Scientist at AkzoNobel, to reflect on the key themes from his presentation: Durability of Industrial Radiation-Cured Coatings: Linking Cure Kinetics and Network Architecture to Outdoor Weathering Performance. In this clip, Michel shares what he hopes attendees have taken away from the session, highlighting the importance of durability, long-term outdoor performance, and the value of ongoing collaboration between industry and academia in advancing coating technologies. Through the IONOMY™ ecosystem, we're proud to collaborate with PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC, IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG, GLOBUS Srl, and Novacel SA as we continue driving innovation and accelerating the adoption of renewable energy cure technologies. Thank you to everyone who joined the discussion and contributed to another successful ESPS event! #IONOMY #RenewableEnergyCure #CoilCoating #CoatingsScience #RadiationCuring #IndustrialInnovation

IST METZ is helping enable the next generation of energy-cured coil coating through specialist UV curing technology. As part of the IONOMY™ ecosystem, IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG brings more than 45 years of experience in the development of UV systems used to cure inks, varnishes, adhesives and coatings across industrial applications. For coil coating, this expertise is critical. UV curing can enable coatings to cure in seconds, or even fractions of a second, supporting faster production speeds, more compact line design and reduced energy use compared with conventional thermal drying. But successful implementation depends on more than installing UV equipment. Systems must be engineered around the coating chemistry, substrate, line speed and wider production environment. By working within the IONOMY ecosystem, IST METZ helps support the transition from exploration to industrial-scale implementation. IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG, PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC, GLOBUS Srl and Novacel #IONOMY #CoilCoating #EnergyCuring #UVCuring #IndustrialCoatings Read the full Partner Spotlight here ⬇️

FLEXTEC™ coil coating systems are designed to meet the needs of HVAC equipment, where performance is essential, but visual impact increasingly matters too. One of the key strengths of FLEXTEC is its extensive colour range. From clean neutrals to bold, distinctive shades, it gives manufacturers the freedom to align equipment design with brand identity, architectural context, and evolving market trends, without compromising performance. Behind colour, FLEXTEC systems are engineered for durability and consistency, helping finishes maintain their appearance across production, installation, and long-term use. The result is equipment that not only performs reliably, but also looks the part in visible, design conscious environments. Because sometimes, colour isn’t just an aesthetic choice, it’s part of the product story. Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/eaenEX5Q *Available in EMEA, ready to perform globally. #AkzoNobelCoilCoatings #DomesticAppliances #FLEXTEC

🎉 We're proud to share that both the IONOMY™ ecosystem and Ana Sanséau-Blanchard have been shortlisted in the British Coatings Federation Awards 2026, with nominations in two separate categories. The IONOMY ecosystem has been shortlisted for the Sustainable Innovation Award, recognizing the power of collaboration in helping the coil coating industry explore practical routes to renewable energy cure. We're proud to collaborate across the IONOMY ecosystem with PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC, IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG, GLOBUS Srl, and Novacel SA as we continue to advance renewable energy curing innovation. We're also delighted to see Ana Sanséau-Blanchard, Product Sustainability Manager at AkzoNobel Industrial Coatings, shortlisted for the Apprentice of the Year Award, recognizing the talent and expertise helping shape a more sustainable future for our industry. Congratulations to all this year's finalists, and best of luck ahead of the awards ceremony in November. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/etiFk-Zi #IONOMY #RenewableEnergyCure #CoilCoating #Sustainability #BCFAwards

🤝 This transition needs more than technology. It needs leadership. Moving to energy curing in coil coating means aligning coatings, curing technologies, line engineering, and system integration - across multiple disciplines and organisations. That’s why the IONOMY™ ecosystem is led by AkzoNobel, bringing together world-leading specialists across curing technologies, engineering, materials, and integration - alongside partners including PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC, IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG, GLOBUS Srl, and Novacel SA. Together, they combine the capabilities needed to move from concept to implementation — with the expertise to navigate complexity and make energy curing work in real production environments. Because this shift isn’t just technical. It’s about leading a coordinated transition with clarity and confidence. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dYtbV-yr #IONOMY #CoilCoating #EnergyCuring #IndustrialTransformation #ManufacturingInnovation

Meet Sebastien Villeneuve, Transformation Manager, Coil Coatings - Energy Curing Solutions. 👋 Sebastien plays a key role in driving the adoption of renewable energy curing through the IONOMY™ ecosystem, a partnership-led approach that brings together coatings, equipment and process expertise to help coil coaters adopt UV/EB curing technologies. He supports coil coaters, aluminium and steel manufacturers in unlocking the benefits energy curing can offer, including improved productivity, greater flexibility, lower energy consumption and more sustainable operations. As Sebastien explains: "The deployment of the IONOMY ecosystem is exciting because it's not just about replacing thermal ovens with UV/EB units. It transforms line layout, energy use, sustainability, productivity, flexibility and value chain relationships. This is an ambitious transformation that we deliver alongside industrial experts and our customers." One achievement he's particularly proud of is the positive response to AkzoNobel's not-for-profit consultancy approach, which brings together leading specialists from IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG, PCT Ebeam and Integration, LLC, GLOBUS Srl and Novacel. Outside work, Sebastien enjoys playing the violin, a passion that continues to teach him resilience and perseverance. 🎻 Thank you, Sebastien, for helping customers navigate change with confidence and unlock new opportunities for growth and sustainability. Find out more about how IONOMY™ is transforming the future of coil coatings: https://lnkd.in/eVU-d8fH #PeopleSpotlight #AkzoNobel #CoilCoatings #IONOMY #Transformation #Sustainability