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Enhanced scratch resistance in automotive clear coatings
Researchers have described an enhanced wear resistance in automotive clear coatings by modifying a crosslinked polyurethane network with branched flexible oligomers.
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Innochem acquires the business of XS Chemicals
The company Innochem, which belongs to the Stockmeier Group and is based in Meerhout (Belgium), has taken over the business of the Dutch speciality trader XS Chemicals, based in Utrecht, with effect from...
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Cotton fabrics flame retardancy via gelatin
Reseachers describe a gelatin based layer by layer assembly for a sustainable solution to an enhanced cotton fabrics flame retardancy.
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Axalta’s Automotive Colour of the Year 2022: “Royal Magenta
Axalta Coating Systems has announced its 2022 automotive colour of the year - "Royal Magenta" - which is a deep cherry colour.
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Epoxy thermosets for wood protective coatings
A new study describes eco-friendly epoxy thermosets derived from vegetable oils for wood protective coatings.
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Perstorp acquires GEO’s Di-Methylolpropionic acid business
Perstorp further strengthens its position within the resins and coatings market through the acquisition of the Di-Methylolpropionic Acid business from GEO.
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Novel plant oil-based polymers as binders for artist paints
A series of plant oil based polyvinyl ethers were synthesised and evaluated as potential replacements for linseed oil in artists' paints. The paints showed controllable drying behavior and low yellowness....
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DIC Group acquires Sapici and its holding company
The DIC Corporation has announced that its Milan-based wholly owned subsidiary Sun Chemical Group, has acquired 100% of the shares of Italian adhesives and polymers manufacturer Sapici and its holding...
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Enhanced anticorrosion performance of zinc rich epoxy coatings
A zinc-rich epoxy coating was modified by stainless steel flakes. The flakes enhanced the barrier property and the cathodic protection ability.
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New podcast episode: The last year in review
In the latest episode of the European Coatings Podcast, we speak about how the past year has been for the paints and coatings industry and the results of our annual survey.
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Stockmeier strengthens market position in Spain
The Stockmeier Group has acquired the company New Química, located in Casarrubios del Monte (Toledo) with immediate effect.
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Review: Universal antiviral surface solution against COVID-19
There is a global demand for antiviral coatings over daily handling surfaces to protect from viral contamination. A new review portraits progresses and key findings on antiviral nanocoatings especially...
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Imerys expands distribution partnership with Whit Chem
Imerys and Whit Chem, a distributor of specialist chemicals, minerals and polymers, have announced the expansion of their distribution agreement.
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Annual survey: Intensifying Pressure
Under the difficult circumstances, 2021 went relatively well for much of the industry. What worries everyone, however, is the precarious raw material situation. Hardly anyone expects an end or relief any...