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Mussel inspired antifouling

A new revire gives an overview on mussel adhesion and cell membrane antifouling mimetic strategies for durable fouling-resistant coatings.

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Helios Resins invests in processing biomass into raw materials for coatings

Helios Resins and Helios TBLUS are jointly investing in a pilot reactor system to process biomass into raw materials for bio-based resins and coatings. This sustainable initiative aims to address climate...

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Paving the way for more asphalt recycling

Empa researcher Martins Zaumanis has set himself the goal of increasing the recycled content of asphalt – with adapted production methods and simple instructions.

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Hoffmann Mineral installs PV system at Neuburg site

In Neuburg, Germany, 2,302 photovoltaic modules have been installed on the roofs of Hoffmann's plant premises. Four individual systems are connected each other, forming a large installation capable of...

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Novel automated underwater cleaning system

Researchers present systematic cleaning and evaluation of exposed fouling control coating systems using a novel laboratory scale automated underwater cleaning system.

Researchers at Fraunhofer IFAM have developed a PFAS-free alternative with the Plaslon coating.
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PFAS Restriction Proposal

On 7 February 2023, ECHA published an EU REACH Restriction Proposal for PFASs, the most significant regulatory measure targeting this chemical class by any government to date. The proposal was submitted...

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Lehvoss Group: Significant capacity expansion in China

Lehvoss Group announced the relocation and a capacity expansion of the compounding and technology center in China.

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New contributions to passive daytime radiative cooling

A recently published study presents volourfully coated cotton fabric for passive daytime radiative cooling.

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BCD Chemie and Robert Kraemer start distribution partnership

Robert Kraemer, manufacturer of bio-based resins and binders for coatings, printing inks, adhesives and many other applications, is entering into a distribution partnership with BCD Chemie.

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Mechanical-robust superhydrophobic powder coatings

Scientists recently presented a novel method using pre-bonded conglomerates to fabricate a robust and solvent-free superhydrophobic powder coating using an electrostatic spraying process.

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Univar Solutions announces expanded distribution relationship with Dow

Univar Solutions has announced an expanded distribution relationship with Dow in Germany for silicone additives and resins in paint and coatings markets.

The September issue of the European Coatings Journal is out and focuses on water-borne coatings.
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September issue: Water-borne coatings in the focus

The September issue of the European Coatings Journal is out and focuses on water-borne coatings.

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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.