Application Areas - European Coatings

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Glass transition temperature of epoxy amine coatings

Scientists have studied the effect of the glass transition temperature of commercial epoxy–amine coatings on their performance in marine environment.

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Novel method for antistatic and antibacterial coatings

Reserchers describe the production of an antistatic and antibacterial two-component waterborne polyurethane coating.

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Durable superhydrophobic surfaces

A new study describes semi-transparent superhydrophobic surfaces with improved mechanical strength and thermal stability obtained through simple spray coating.

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Protecting wood against moisture and UV light

Researchers have inroduced a multifunctional polyvinyl butyral nanocomposite wood coating by cellulose nanocrystal/ZnO nanofiller and studied its hydrophobic and UV-resistance properties.

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Formaldehyde-free bio-adhesive for wood-based materials production

By means of a wood-based panel for interior construction, researchers from the Fraunhofer WKI are demonstrating the application possibilities for a newly developed, formaldehyde-free bio-adhesive.

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New film for biodegradable food packaging

Xyloglucan from tamarind seed kernel powder and chitosan were prepared using acetic acid as an oxidising agent to form a xyloglucan-chitosan film.

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Preparation of composite amphiphilic hydrogel anti-fouling materials

A new study provides a creative approach to optimising the adhesion and anti-fouling properties of hydrogel anti-fouling materials.

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Polymeric coating with durable antifogging performance

Scientists describe an amphiphilic polymeric coating with excellent and durable antifogging properties. The UV-initiated in situ crosslinking reaction of BP groups in polymer bulk and the interface was...