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Imerys opens its extended European Technology Center

Imerys has opened its extended European Technology Center for performance minerals in Toulouse. It hosts 50 experts and features state-of-the-art equipment for the polymer, rubber, paint, ceramic and building...

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Hubergroup opens new production site in Poland

Printing ink specialist Hubergroup Print Solutions has opened a new production site in the Wroclaw area of Poland to supply customers throughout Europe.

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A closer look at protective coatings

Current figures for the protective coatings market show that it developed quite differently across the global markets. Also, as our analysis shows, the market is slowly shifting towards water-based coatings....

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Reduction of workers exposure to formaldehyde

The industry voluntary commitment to reduce workers exposure to formaldehyde reaches 99.7% compliance ahead of legal deadline.

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SI Group announces tackifier capacity expansion in India

SI Group intends to increase its tackifier resin capacity at its Lote, India, manufacturing site by an expected 75%. 

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Dupont invests in Europe

Dupont Mobility & Materials is investing EUR 4,2 million (USD 5 million) in capital and operating resources at its manufacturing facilities in Germany and Switzerland to increase capacity for its automotive...

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IMCD Colombia acquires Siliconas y Químicos

IMCD, Dutch distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has anncounced that IMCD Colombia acquired the Colombian speciality distributor Siliconas y Químicos.

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MC-Bauchemie launches business operations in the Philippines

In September 2020, MC-Bauchemie registered a new, wholly owned company in the Philippines. Having obtained the legally required approvals from the authorities, MC-Bauchemie Philippines commenced operations...

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Epple and Zeller + Gmelin agree on global cooperation

German ink manufacturers Epple Druckfarben and Zeller + Gmelin are collaborating with immediate effect in the field of UV ink technology.

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IGM Resins announces new strategy

IGM Resins has announced a new company strategy: "Go, Grow, Green".

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Siegwerk expands Process Management & Consulting teams

By expanding its regional Process Management & Consulting teams with additional local specialists, Siegwerk aims to specifically strengthen its range of customer service solutions to improve productivity...

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Krahn Chemie: Distribution partnership with Svenska Aerogel

Krahn Chemie has obtained distribution rights for additives from Svenska Aerogel in Italy and Poland.

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Huber about to acquire remaining stake in Magnifin

Huber has signed an agreement to acquire the remaining stake in Magnifin joint venture.

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The 25 largest European coatings manufacturers 2021

Our annual ranking shows little movement among the ranking of the 25 largest coatings manufacturers in Europe. However, the Corona pandemic had a significant influence on individual sales volumes.