Session: Next-Generation Coatings: Predictive Strategies for Service Life, Durability, and Sustainable Performance
The Impacts of Photochemical Degradation on Organic and Inorganic Coatings (C2026-00440)
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Central
Location: 372 BC
Earn .5 PDH
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Protective coatings used in exterior applications are designed to resist the impacts of the environment, including heat, UV light, moisture and salt. These impacts are complex. Current resin technologies used to protect against these complex exposures are largely comprised of organic coatings but inorganic coatings do have a place. When considering the appropriate protective coating for the exposure, several factors should be considered. This paper will explore the implications of material selection for service life. It will correlate chemical bond strength with UV light resistance. A discussion on how to match material selection with exposure for the desired service life will be shared. Finally, a review of testing methodologies, including natural and accelerated will be presented.
