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Enhanced titanium dioxide pigment weatherability
A new study provides insights into composite coatings for improving the weatherability of titanium dioxide white pigments.
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New biobased polyurethane coatings
A new study decribes polyurethane coatings with fast self-healing and tunable mechanical properties derived from curcumin and castor oil.
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Omniphobic coatings based on functional acrylic polymer
Omniphobic coatings were prepared on flat surfaces using a functional acrylic polymer and common micron sized inorganic particles by a simple spray application technique.
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Complex world of binders: challenges and innovations
Dr. Sven A. Thomsen, Head of R&D Hesse, discusses the evolving market situation, rising prices, and the quest for innovative solutions, shedding light on the challenges and potential for improvement....
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Novel protection film for photovoltaic panels
Researchers present a novel transparent superhydrophobic film with excellent self-cleaning and UV resistance for photovoltaic panels.
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Nouryon begins full-scale production at US-plant
Nouryon has started the full-scale production at its new expandable microspheres plant in Green Bay, Wisconsin, US.
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Unlocking growth in the paints and coatings additives market: A small change with big impact
The paint and coatings additives market sees promising growth prospects with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
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Self-diagnosing corrosion protection
A recent study presents a self-diagnosing and active protective dual-functional water-borne polyurethane coating based on smart mesoporous containers.
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Arkema starts up capacity expansion in China
Arkema has begun the production of specialty UV/LED curing resins at its expanded facility in Nansha, China, where the Group invested to double the capacity.
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Durable anti-icing coating
Researchers describe a mechanically robust superhydrophobic polyurethane coating for anti-icing application.
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Perstorp receives a gold medal for sustainability from Ecovadis
Perstorp has advanced to a gold medal by Ecovadis for the year 2023. This means that, when it comes to sustainability performance, Perstorp now ranks in the top 5 percent of the industry.
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Swan feather-inspired oil-water separation
A recent study presents a swan feather-inspired fluorine-free superhydrophobic self-cleaning cotton cloth with strong oil-water separation function.
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Bassermann Minerals becomes distribution partner of BKT Carbon
Bassermann Minerals, a 100% subsidiary of the Stockmeier Group, has taken over the distribution of BKT Carbon, an Indian manufacturer of ASTM and specialty carbon blacks.
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Virus activity on architectural coatings
Researchers have taken a close look on the effects of ambient temperature and humidity on viruses activity on different architectural coatings.