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Fish skin inspired drag reduction
A new paper portrays the research progress and development trend of the drag reduction inspired by fish skin.
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Change in management at Altana’s Byk division
Dr. Jörg Hinnerwisch, so far Chief Technology Officer at BYK, assumes the role of Division President and joins Altana’s Executive Management Team.
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Multifunctional curcuminoid dye-based inks
In a new study, curcuminoids were used as dyes in screen printing inks in combination with commercial solvent-based and water-based binders.
News Markets & Companies
Nippon Paint Holdings to acquire Indian-based paint manufacturers
Nippon Paint Holdings has published a notice regarding the acquisition of shares of India-Based Paint Manufacturers Nippon Paint (India) Private Limited and Berger Nippon Paint Automotive Coatings Private...
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Bio-based coatings: “The pool of available raw materials is constantly growing”
We spoke to Dr Markus Lettau, Head of R&D at Auro, about the performance of bio-based coatings. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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Alginate based edible coating
A new workds proposes an enhanced shelf-life of peach fruit in alginate based edible coating loaded with titanium dioxide nanoparticles.
News Markets & Companies
Mitsui Chemicals to increase polyurethane dispersions production
Mitsui Chemicals will increase its production capacity for polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) to meet the demand for mono-material food packaging.
News Production & Lab
Synergistic contribution of bio-based additives in wood paint
A new work describes the combined effect of pigment deriving from spirulina and multifunctional filler based on carnauba wax.
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Münzing Chemie awarded as Top Innovator
Münzing Chemie GmbH celebrates its successful participation in the innovation competition "TOP 100". As a result of demonstrating its innovative qualities, the company was awarded the distinction of Top...
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Enhanced properties of epoxy resin films
A new work introduces enhanced mechanical and thermal properties while maintaining transparency of epoxy resin film by introducing shear-oriented cellulose nanocrystals.
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CEPE: Reimagining the coatings industry for a sustainable future
The CEPE Annual Conference and General Assembly, the premier event for the European paints and coatings industry, is taking place from 28 to 30 September 2023 in Milan, Italy. Under the motto “Reimagining...
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Brenntag under pressure from investors
According to news agency dpa, Brenntag's management is under pressure from activist investors who favour a split-up of the group.
News Production & Lab
New epoxy resin resists flames and reduces waste
Empa researchers have developed an epoxy resin that can be repaired and recycled, in addition to being flame-retardant and mechanically strong. Potential applications range from coating for wooden flooring...
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Safic-Alcan and Union Colours: New distribution agreement
Safic-Alcan, global distributor of specialty chemicals, has announced a new agreement, effective immediately, with Union Colours, the European Division of Sincol Corporation.