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Numerical and experimental investigation on formation of the film for different die lip configurations in lithium-ion battery electrode slot-die coating
A recent research proves that a smaller coating gap that controls the upstream meniscus between the upstream die edge and the slot exit is beneficial to coating consistency and helps to reduce edge defect...
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Fiscal year 2023: Merck proves resilient in the transition year
Merck, a leading science and technology company, demonstrated the robustness of its business model in financial year 2023 and achieved financial results in line with the forecast issued in August in a...
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Sucrose-derived carbon membranes for sustainable water desalination
Researchers discovered that the carbonisation temperature has a significant influence on the properties of the membrane material and therefore also affects the performance of the water treatment.
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Malermester Svend Aage Sørensen becomes part of Håndverksgruppen in Denmark
Håndverksgruppen positions itself for further growth in Denmark and takes on Malermester Svend Aage Sørensen.
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EC Conference Bio-based & Water-based Coatings is calling for papers
The European Coatings Conference Bio-based & Water-based Coatings is seeking paper submissions for its upcoming event dedicated to sustainable coatings solutions.
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January/February issue: Protective coatings in the focus
The January/February issue of the European Coatings Journal is out and focuses on protective coatings.
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Perstorp buys out minority partner at China site
Perstorp has acquired its minority partner in the Shandong Perstorp Chemical joint venture and is now the sole owner of the polyol manufacturing plant in Zibo, China. The acquisition underlines Perstorp's...
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Adhesives: feathers replace petroleum
Adhesives are almost always based on fossil raw materials such as petroleum. Researchers at Fraunhofer have recently developed a process that allows to utilize keratin for this purpose. This highly versatile...
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New EC Tech Report: High-performance Polyurethanes
Get up to speed with the latest developments in high-performance polyurethanes thanks to the new multi-media EC Tech Report! Placing special focus on innovative and environmentally friendly formulation...
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Protective coatings: A highly competitive market
The market for protective coatings is projected to grow from EUR 13.4 billion in 2023 to EUR 15.9 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 3.5 %, during the forecast period. How is the market currently shaped?...
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OQ Chemicals declares force majeure for products from Oberhausen
Due to a significant operational disruption at a raw material supplier, OQ Chemicals declares force majeure for certain products manufactured at the Oberhausen site.
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BÜFA and AOC expand their partnership in Scandinavia
AOC and BÜFA are expanding their existing sales co-operation to Sweden.