News Legislation
EU introduces mandatory diisocyanates training
The EU has introduced a mandatory training for people working with diisocyanates from 24 August 2023 in new REACH Restriction.
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Usage of heavy metal-free compounds in surface coatings
A new review article attempts to present a synopsis of the history of coatings composition, impact of the heavy metals on health and environment, and the options available for shifting to safer coating...
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Univar Solutions acquires Chem Sol
Univar Solutions has acquired Chem Sol Group, a leading ingredients and specialty chemicals distributor operating in Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Panama, and Honduras.
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Epoxy resin coating with good lubricity
Researchers have equipped epoxy resin composite coatings with steady superlubricity by adding polydimethylsiloxane.
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Business leaders must do more to change the trajectory of climate change
We are living in arguably the most critical moment for climate change. The recent COP27 summit recognised the need for urgent action on a number of issues, but greater focus on reducing fossil fuel emissions...
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Nordmann UK and Toyal Europe: New distribution partnership
Nordmann UK and Toyal Europe have announced their distribution partnership for aluminum effect pigments for the UK and Irish markets. This exclusive arrangement came into effect from January 2023.
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Edible coating for fruit preservation
Researchers have presented a new way of strawberry preservation by using a combination of yam bean starch, essential oil, and calcium propionate.
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Scott Bader partners with Safic-Alcan
Scott Bader France is has announced a new partnership with Safic-Alcan, effective immediately, for the distribution of rheology modifiers and acrylic dispersions across France.
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Jatropha oil in anti-corrosion coatings
During a recent study, bio-based acrylated and epoxidised jatropha oil was incorporated with graphene nanoplatelets to formulate corrosion resistance coatings.
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Stahl to acquire ICP Industrial Solutions Group
Stahl has agreed to acquire ICP Industrial Solutions Group (ISG), a leader in high-performance packaging coatings. This transaction is expected to strengthen Stahl’s position in the field of specialty...
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Colloidal silver as innovative multifunctional pigment
A new study aims to assess the effect of two different colloidal silver amounts on the durability and biocidal activity of a water-borne wood paint.
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Kansai Helios completes acquisition of CWS Lackfabrik
Kansai Helios has completed the acquisition of German powder coatings and resins manufacturer CWS Lackfabrik.
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Novel eco-friendly antifouling coatings
A new study presents self-renewable amphiphilic coatings with low water swelling and excellent biofilm prevention properties.
News People & Careers
Istanbul Technical University mourns Prof. Yusuf Yağcı
One of the pioneers in photopolymer sciences passed away on 30 January.