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PPG launches portfolio of energy-curable coatings for coiled metal
PPG announced the launch of electron-beam (EB) and ultraviolet (UV) curable backers, primers, basecoats and clearcoats that should bring the energy efficiency and high speed of energy curing to metal coil...
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Insights from David Dominguez, Briolf: The future of water-based coatings
David Dominguerz spoke with our European Coatings editor, Bettina Hoffmann, about the future developments and regulatory challenges in water-based coatings until 2030.
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A flexible and transparent superhydrophobic coating on cotton fabrics with high mechanical and chemical stability for underwater insulation
Researchers have developed a coating that provides cotton fabrics with stretchable, transparent superhydrophobic properties, enhancing both mechanical and chemical stability for underwater insulation applications....
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Boosting flowability and curing reaction of ultra-fine powder coatings using facile-fabrication Al2O3/C4H6N2 nanocomposit
Researchers found that incorporating a nanocomposite significantly enhances the flowability and curing reaction of ultra-fine powder coatings, reducing curing temperatures and improving coating quality....
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Encapsulation of ZnO nanoparticles in POSS for robust anti-photofading coatings on dyed fabrics
Researchers found that ZnO@POSS nanoparticles create robust anti-photofading coatings on dyed polyester fabrics.
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Bio-based coatings: Growing market share, unclear definition
Industry experts share their assessment of the market for bio-based coatings in terms of market share, main drivers, and challenges. By Kirsten Wrede
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Self-healing protective coating with dual reversible bonds triggered by photothermal responsive Co9S8@Bi2S3 hollow core-shell nanofillers
Researchers found that a self-healing protective coating with dual reversible bonds can be triggered by photothermal responsive Co9S8@Bi2S3 nanofillers.
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Zinc hydroxystannate anchored PAP-activated carbon spheres for enhancing flame protection of aqueous epoxy coatings
Researchers found that incorporating zinc hydroxystannate and PAP-activated carbon spheres significantly enhances the flame protection of aqueous epoxy coatings.
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One-step brush-coating strategy for low-haze and water-resistant transparent wood films
Researchers found that a one-step brush-coating strategy can produce transparent wood films with low haze and high water resistance.
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A bio-based waterborne polyurethane with high toughness, superior wear resistance, and water resistance enabled by sorbitol monooleate
Waterborne polyurethanes (WPUs) have recently attracted enormous attentions in extensive industrial applications because of their sustainability and low toxicity.
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European Coatings Show Conference 2025: Call for papers is open
The next European Coatings Show and Conference will be held March 24 to 25, 2025 in Nuremberg, Germany. The call for papers for the conference is now open and papers can be submitted until September 6....
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Strategies to improve the antimicrobial properties of metal-oxide based photocatalytic coating
As surface contamination has become a major public concern, extensive research into antimicrobial coatings has been conducted as potential long-term solutions against health-associated infections (HAIs)....
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May issue: Bio-based coatings in focus
The May issue of the European Coatings Journal is out and focuses on bio-based coatings.
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Novel thermal conductivity and anti-corrosion coating with hydrophobic properties for heat exchanger applications
A recent research proves that the developed coating has both high thermal conductivity and effective anti-corrosion performance, which has significant implications for heat exchangers and other applications...