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Super-hydrophobic coating prepared by mechanical milling method
In a recently conducted study, a super-hydrophobic coating with a contact angle of around 153° was fabricated by ball milling a copper powder and stearic acid mixture onto an aluminum foil.
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Akzo Nobel and Microsoft focus on digital research
Akzo Nobel and Microsoft have teamed up to explore how quantum computing could help fast track the development of high-performance and more sustainable paints and coatings.
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Tamarind shell tannin-doped sol–gel coatings
Researchers have presented novel sol–gel coatings with improved corrosion protectionon of mild steel in acidic medium.
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New podcast episode: Chemical Regulations in China
In this episode of the European Coatings Podcast we speak with Li Xiang and Bryan Zhou from consulting company CIRS about chemical legislation in China.
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BRB Silicone enters into distribution agreement with Barentz
BRB North America, a full subsidiary of BRB International, appoints Barentz North America for sales distribution of the silicone product portfolio for paint, coatings, inks and construction chemicals for...
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Phytic acid based fire-retardant coating
A new study describes a novel optically transparent intumescent fire-retardant coating for the protection of combustible substrates with retention of the aesthetic appearance.
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Brenntag expands distribution agreement with Arkema
Brenntag will become a distributor for Arkema waterborne acrylic resins in Mexico, effective immediately. This cooperation already applies in the USA and Canada.
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Novel coating can contribute to wastewater purification
A new paper introduces an all-water-based superhydrophobic coating with reversible wettability for oil-water separation and wastewater purification.
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New Ceresana study about the world market for titanium dioxide
The market research institute Ceresana has analysed the world market for titanium dioxide for the fourth time, including the entire value chain from raw materials to end customers.
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High performance mortars from vitrified bauxite residue
A new study describes the optimal chemistry and processing conditions to produce mortars from vitrified bauxite residue.
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Krüss brings direct sales to the Benelux market
Having recently launched direct sales in the Spanish market, Krüss will now offer customers in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg direct access to its entire range of services by selling directly,...
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April issue: Automotive coatings in the focus
The April issue of the European Coatings Journal is out. It features a full package on automotive coatings: a market report, a product overview and expert interviews.
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Smart epoxy coating for corrosion protection
A new study decribes a smart epoxy coating with mesoporous silica nanoparticles loaded with calcium phosphate for corrosion protection.
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Yann Lissillour becomes CEO of Safic-Alcan
Martial Lecat and Philippe Combette, who joined Safic-Alcan in June and October 1988 respectively, have ceased their functions within the Executive Committee on April 1, 2022. At the same time, Philippe...