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Electrochemical and hot corrosion behaviour of annealed AlCoCrFeNi HEA steel coating
Researchers found that atmospheric plasma-sprayed AlCoCrFeNi High Entropy Alloy (HEA) on SS316l can improve the corrosion resistance of stainless steel by forming a protective oxide layer using suitable...
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Mitsui Chemicals to close phenol plant at its Ichihara orks
Mitsui Chemicals announces that it has decided to close the phenol plant at its Ichihara Works by no later than fiscal 2026.
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Toyo Ink India to boost adhesive production capacity by 3.5X
Toyo ink india, a member of the Japan-based chemicals manufacturer artience group (formerly Toyo Ink Group), today announced plans to expand its production capacity for solvent-based adhesives at its manufacturing...
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Interview: The coatings industry in transition – global expansion and local challenges
The paint manufacturer Peter Lacke is expanding its activities in Germany and India. Managing Director David N. Peter spoke to European Coatings Editor-in-Chief Damir Gagro about this.
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Evonik relies on green electricity for the production of speciality acrylates
By using electricity from renewable energy sources in the production of Degacryl specialty acrylates in Darmstadt, Evonik's Coating & Adhesive Resins Business Line has been saving around 1400 tonnes...
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Coating for windows to block heat-generating UV and infrared light
Researchers at the University of Notre Dame develop a new window coating to block heat-generating ultraviolet and infrared light and allow for visible light, regardless of the sun’s angle.
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British Coatings Federation launches equity, diversity and inclusion charter
On 8th April 2024, the British Coatings Federation (BCF) announced the launch of the UK Coatings industry's first Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) Charter, a public commitment that recognises...
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Adhesives manufacturer Jowat opens new production facility in China
With a new production centre in China, the adhesives manufacturer Jowat wants to set a clear signal for global customer proximity and further expand its development capacities.
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KCC Corporation to fully acquire Momentive Performance Materials Group
Momentive is expected to be fully acquired by KCC. KCC is its majority shareholder resulting in the exit of minority shareholder SJL.
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Titanium oxide nanoparticles for self-cleaning wall paints
A research team from TU Wien and the Università Politecnica delle Marche, Italy develops special titanium oxide nanoparticles. It can be added to ordinary, commercially available wall paint to establish...
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Change in the management board: Eva Baumann becomes the new CEO of the CHT Group
Since April 1, 2024, Eva Baumann takes over the position of CEO in the CHT Group. Together with Prof. Dr. Klaus Müller, who acts as CFO, she forms the management of the internationally active CHT Group....
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Graphene-based nanocoating to convert heat into electrical energy
Researchers found that the use of highly conductive graphene layers for thermoelectric energy capture is a promising approach to convert heat into electrical energy, gaining new insights into how to best...
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Grolman Group expands partnership with Oxerra
Grolman Group, a global distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce the expansion of its long-term and successful partnership with Oxerra, one of the world’s leading producers of iron...