The Powder Coating Institute (PCI) currently represents the North American powder coating industry, promotes powder coating technology and communicates the benefits of powder coating to manufacturers, consumers, and government. PCI’s goal is to become the Global Authority on All Things Powder.

Formed on May 1, 1981, PCI is nonprofit professional association that works to advance the utilization of powder coating as an economical, non-polluting and high quality finish for your industrial and consumer products.

Mission Statement 

The Powder Coating Institute is dedicated to promoting the benefits of powder coating technology and empowering its members to achieve sustainable business success through education, advocacy, technical resources, and industry collaboration.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to be the global authority on powder coatings, and to set the standard for excellence in powder coating performance and education.

Values Statement

PCI’s Values Statement defines our core principles, acts as our strategic compass, guides member behavior, and enhances the benefits of membership. The statement helps align our decisions and ensures PCI’s activities are in service of its mission, its members, and the Powder Coating industry.

OUR VALUES

Community & Inclusiveness 
We unite experts in Powder Coating, fostering a diverse professional community contributing to advancement of the industry and all those involved in its use.

Collegiality
We help each other through the collective wisdom and experience of our membership and professional community. 
 
Commitment to Excellence
We promote the highest standards and integrity in everything we do.

Collaborative
We prioritize teamwork, shared knowledge, and collective expertise to advance solutions.

Career Learning
We support the continuous development of all members through education, training and mentorship.

Innovation
We advocate for creative solutions to positively impact the practice, use and policy in utilizing Powder Coating.

Stewardship
We deploy our resources to ensure the long-term success and viability of PCI, our members, and the industry.

A New Strategic Plan: 2026 - 2028

In the Fall 2025, the PCI Board of Directors held a Strategic Planning Retreat at our new headquarters in Albany, New York. Based on the work conducted through the retreat and subsequent work sessions, the Board adopted a new Strategic Plan for the association.    

Click here to view the PCI Strategic Plan.