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Epoxy resin reinforced with different fillers
A recent study examines the mechanical, thermal, and surface properties of fusion-bonded epoxy nanocomposite coatings.
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Biesterfeld distributes pigment concentrate from Kronos
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie has obtained distribution rights for an innovative pigment concentrate from Kronos for digital printing.
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One enterprise, one product, one QR code
For hazardous chemicals in China, their manufacturers and importers in China must register them with the National Registration Centre of Chemicals (NRCC) prior to manufacture or importation. By Bryan Zhou,...
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Carbon black coated membranes for the treatment of saline water
Researchers describe the preparation and characterisation of carbon black coated membranes for the treatment of saline water by membrane distillation.
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JAT Holdings incorporates JAT Paints Africa Limited in Kenya
Sri Lanka based JAT Holdings PLC has officially expanded to Africa in July 2023, through the incorporation of “JAT Paints Africa Limited” in Kenya, through a joint venture with Mayleen Corp – a Kenya-based...
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Enhanced properties of a bio-based epoxide coating
A new study presents a comparison of bio-based epoxide-diamine coatings prepared with acyclic and cyclic aliphatic diamines.
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Röhm celebrates official opening of its new innovation center
After 18 months of construction, the chemical company Röhm officially opened a new innovation center at its site in Worms, Germany, together with the managing partner of the Thelen Group, the real estate...
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“Energy consumption is at the heart of innovation”
Yassine Nagazi, Project Manager and Business Developer at Formulaction, summarises why functional coatings are consolidating their position. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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EMI and UV–IR shielding properties
A new study focuses on the investigation of EMI and UV–IR shielding properties of wool and cotton/elastane nanocomposite fabrics.
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Sika invests in macro fibres
Sika has increased production capacities for macro fibres at its plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, thus extending a product line of strategic importance for Region Americas.
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Modified: Antimicrobial PET material
Researchers desrcibe the plasma deposition of silver nanoparticles onto PET surfaces for the preparation of antimicrobial materials.
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IGL Coatings appoints exclusive distributor for the Netherlands
IGL Coatings has announced the appointment of Quality Detail Distribution (“IGL Coatings Netherlands”) as its exclusive distributor for its automotive coatings in the Netherlands.
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Robotic painting: mimicking human applicators
Robotically assisted painting is widely used for spray and dip applications. However, use of robots for coating substrates using a roller applicator has not been systematically investigated.
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Interview: “Biggest challenge is accuracy of data”
Partha Majumdar, Senior Research Scientist at Dow Coating Materials, explains how the availability of data can help formulators. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann