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Bio-based anticorrosive coatings from pig manure
German paint manufacturer Oellers and Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences are developing a process to extract phytic acid from pig manure and use it as a bio-based functional component in anticorrosive...
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Fruit waste-based coating improves paper packaging barriers
Researchers have developed an active bio-based coating from jackfruit seed starch, beeswax and pomelo peel extract that significantly enhances the barrier, mechanical and antioxidant properties of wrapping...
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Superhydrophobic ceramicizable fire-retardant coating developed
A two-step method combining ceramicizable intumescent technology with superhydrophobic TiO₂ powder yields a fire-retardant coating that provides enhanced char strength, thermal insulation and water resistance...
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Self-healing polyurethane coating doubles corrosion resistance
A new polyurethane coating incorporating triple dynamic bonds and modified boron nitride filler achieves 90 % self-healing efficiency and significantly enhanced anticorrosive performance, offering a promising...
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Biodegradable barrier coating for paper packaging
Researchers at INNOVENT e.V. and speciality paper manufacturer Reflex have developed a bio-based coating combining biopolymers and waxes that enhances the water vapour barrier of paper while preserving...
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Multifunctional superamphiphobic coating enhances corrosion and icing resistance on aluminium alloy
A new superamphiphobic coating for 5083 aluminium alloy combines water and oil repellency with anti-corrosion and anti-icing performance, promising broad industrial applications.
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Runaway silicone polymerisation enables innovative fire-shielding coatings
A novel intumescent silicone coating harnesses runaway hydrosilylation polymerisation to deliver exceptional thermal stability, flame resistance, and protective performance for fire-prone materials.
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Breathable coating technology transforms rust stabilisation for weathering steels
Inspired by textile industry innovations, a novel breathable coating with SiO₂ nanoparticles enhances rust stabilisation on weathering steels, offering efficiency, eco-friendliness, and durability.
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Fluorine-free superhydrophobic coating sets new standards for durability and eco-friendly performance
A robust, fluorine-free superhydrophobic coating demonstrates exceptional durability, anti-icing, corrosion resistance, and self-cleaning properties, offering sustainable solutions for multifunctional...
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On-demand self-healing superhydrophilic coating redefines underwater adhesion
A novel biomimetic coating integrates on-demand adhesion, self-healing properties, and underwater superoleophobicity, offering innovative solutions for advanced surface engineering in challenging aquatic...
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“Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026”: Call for papers open until April 26
The EC Conference “Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026”, formerely known as PRA's Wood Coatings Congress is calling for papers. Submit your abstract until April 26 and be part of a leading platform for...
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Fluorene–Bithiophene fluorophore advances forensic and security ink applications
A novel fluorophore based on fluorene–bithiophene architecture enables high-resolution latent print visualization and multifunctional eco-friendly security inks with dual-mode anti-counterfeiting capabilities....
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Graphene-based epoxy coatings push corrosion resistance limits for steel reinforcement
A comprehensive review highlights the advancements of graphene nanofillers in epoxy coatings, offering over 99 % corrosion resistance in chloride-rich environments. The study examines performance mechanisms,...
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Progress of fluorine-free water repellents for textiles: Industry and academia driving sustainability
A comprehensive review explores the transition from PFAS-based water repellents to fluorine-free alternatives, highlighting their performance, environmental impact, and future developments for sustainable...