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Tunable mechanical performances of collagen-based film

Researchers have studied the effect of collagens in different hierarchies and cellulose nanofiber: Lowering collagen's size increases the strength, but decreases fracture energy of film.

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Novel sustainable protective wood coating

A new paper presents an eco-friendly biocarbon/tung oil coatings with hydrophobic and UV-shielding properties for outdoor wood substrates.

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Polyurethane in silicone rubber for enhanced coating performances

Researchers have produced a highly adhesive and mechanically stable coating with dual-functional antifouling/anticorrosive performances by incorporating polyurethane chains into a silicone rubber framework....

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Eco-friendly paper protection coating

A new study presents cross-linked chitosan/tannin extract as a biodegradable and repulpable coating for paper with excellent oil-resistance, gas barrier and UV-shielding.

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Durable coatings for antimicrobial fabrics

A new study presents an efficient and versatile approach for producing durable antimicrobial fabrics. The modification has little or no influence on other properties of the fabric.

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WPU films with excellent thermal stability

Reseachers have used the antioxidant AO-80 as stabiliser for waterborne polyurethane films. The coatings showed a superior anti-aging performance without aging yellowing.

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Relevant questions

ECS pre-conference tutorials on adhesives & sealants and anti-corrosive coatings impart basics of coatings knowledge.

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Review: Fire-resistant and flame-retardant surfaces

A new review sheds light on the state-of-the-art of fire-resistant and flame-retardant surface finishing of polymers and textiles.

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Resin coating technique for enhanced wood material densities

Researchers have coducted an investigation of physical and mechanical properties of wood coated with plant-oil based epoxide nanocomposite materials.

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Phytic acid in UV-curable anticorrosive coatings

A new study describes the preparation of photosensitive phytic acid doped polyaniline and its application in UV-curable anticorrosive coatings.

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Bodo Möller Chemie Group expands business activities in West Africa

The Bodo Möller Chemie Group is expanding on the African continent and has been supplying the West African market with its own warehouse in the Nigerian metropolitan area Lagos since last year.

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New ultra-transparent, hard and antibacterial coating

Researchers have developed a facile approach to fabricate multifunctional coating that has potential application in vehicle glass, mobile screens, building wall, furniture and other fields to endow outstanding...

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Heritage Color acquires Reitech

Effective February 8, 2023, Heritage Color, a subsidiary of Vivify Specialty Ingredients has acquired Reitech Corporation.