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Automated characterisation of crosscut tests for coatings
Scientists have presented a deep learning-based automated characterisation of crosscut tests for coatings via image segmentation.
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Interview: Coatings need preservatives
Preservatives are becoming increasingly unavailable for paints, printing inks and artist’s colours. This will impact millions of coated products. We spoke to Sebastian Kraußlach, Public Affairs Manager...
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BCF focuses on sustainability and the state of the economy
Over 150 senior decision-makers from the UK's paints, coatings and printing ink sectors gathered in Birmingham for the annual British Coatings Federation (BCF) annual conference.
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Porous silicone-based organogel against biofouling
A new study presents a foaming process-induced organogel for low biofouling adhesion with improved long-term stability.
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Milliken & Company expands coating additives lab
Milliken & Company has made a significant investment in the coating additives laboratory it acquired in 2020 as part of its purchase of Borchers Americas in Westlake, Ohio.
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Fluorescent self-healing waterborne polyurethane
A recently cunducted study focuses on a fluorescent polyurethane based on naphthalimide derivatives and its application in anti-counterfeiting.
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BTC Europe and Nxtlevvel Biochem sign distribution agreement
BTC Europe GmbH and Nxtlevvel Biochem have recently signed an agreement on the distribution of biobased and biodegradable solvents derived from levulinic acid for the European market.
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Novel epoxy curing strategy based on GO and glass fiber
A polymer matrix composite with a physical barrier network can efficiently inhibit corrosion on carbon steel.
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Wood coatings: Improving surface durability
Water repellency and weather resistance are key performance metrics for exterior wood coatings. We spoke to Rich Czarnecki, vice president at Micro Powders, about trends and challenges in wood coatings....
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Orion to complete gas black expansion by early 2023
Specialty chemicals company Orion Engineered Carbons will complete its gas black expansion in Germany at plants in Dortmund and Cologne by early 2023.
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Studying the gas sensing characteristics of biosynthesised ZnO nanoparticles
An experimental study describes the gas sensing characteristics of biosynthesised ZnO nanoparticles toward a group of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like benzene, acetone, formaldehyde, methanol and...
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New cooperation between Rudolf Group and CB Chemie
A new cooperation between CB Chemie and the Rudolf Group has resulted in an extensive expansion of the product portfolio.
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Epoxy-based antifouling coating
A new study describes the effects of the chemical composition on the hydrophobicity and antifouling performance of epoxy-based self-stratifying nanocomposite coatings.
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BASF expands “Automotive Coatings Application Center” in India
BASF India’s Coatings division expands its "Automotive Coatings Application Center" in Mangalore. The company thereby wants to boost the customer service capability.