Industrial Coating Practice Forum (PIB) – The QIB’s network and knowledge forum

The QIB Industrial Coating Practice Forum (PIB) has developed into a permanent institution in the surface industry because it combines specialist knowledge, practical relevance and networking - supported by a quality assurance association that stands for transparency, uniformity and high standards in industrial coatings. The topics revolve around the coating of aluminum, steel and galvanized steel - be it with powder, liquid paint or cathodic dip painting. The PIB is aimed at industrial coaters, duplex and contract painters, pre-treatment and material suppliers as well as plant manufacturers and represents a platform on which people can freely exchange ideas about current developments, best practices, new technologies and industry-wide challenges.

The focus is on the practical exchange of experiences: topics such as process optimization, quality assurance, corrosion protection, sustainability, automation and pre-treatment are discussed in specialist lectures, workshops, discussion rounds and live formats - in a practical manner, directly from industry and oriented towards real challenges. The “Everyone Needs Powder Award” sends a clear signal about the importance of quality and securing skilled workers: every year it honors the best trainees in the field of powder coating - a commitment to young talent, training and the future of the industry. With a high level of technical depth, good networking quality as well as practical transfer and continuous orientation towards the needs of the industry, the Industrial Coating Practice Forum has developed into an important platform for everyone working in industrial coating.