Two technical articles by BYK additive experts Judith Ewald and Alina Beschmann have been nominated for the prestigious 'Farbe und Lack Award'. This recognition by the trade journal highlights the scientific and technical quality of the articles by Judith Ewald and Alina Beschmann.
Judith Ewald's article 'New Ingredients in the formula' emphasizes the increasing importance of PTFE-free powder coatings and demonstrates how modern additive technologies can fulfill demanding technical requirements without using PTFE.

Alina Beschmann's article 'Screening with potential' examines the impact of wetting and dispersing additives on the water absorption and corrosion protection of coating systems. She also introduces electrochemical impedance spectroscopy as an innovative analytical method that effectively complements traditional testing methods.

These nominations underscore BYK’s technical proficiency and innovative prowess in the realm of paint additives, showcasing the importance of scientific knowledge and in-depth market insight in developing forward-thinking additive solutions for the industry.
News | August 7, 2026
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