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Reversible adhesion in UV-cured coatings via disulfide bonds
Researchers have developed UV-cured coatings that combine strong adhesion with on-demand removability by combining substrate silanisation with dynamic disulfide chemistry. The photoinitiator-free system...
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Covestro announces new MDI capacity in China and feasibility study in UAE
Covestro plans to expand its MDI production with a new facility in Shanghai, China, and is exploring a second large-scale plant in the UAE. The projects aim to meet growing global demand for MDI while...
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Fluorine-silicon PUA films boost electronic packaging
Researchers have developed fluorine-silicon integrated polyurethane acrylate films for electronic packaging applications. Using UV curing technology, the modified films exhibit substantially improved hydrophobicity,...
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Tinol Paints expands to Canada: “International diversification has become a strategic necessity.”
Chaker F. Saab, Executive Chairman of Tinol Paint, discusses the company's latest step in its international growth strategy: entering the Canadian market through a partnership with Cloverdale Paint. In...
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EC Podcast: Carlyle’s landmark coatings deal and the change of BASF
How will Carlyle’s massive EUR 7.7 billion acquisition of BASF’s automotive and industrial coatings division reshape the global coatings landscape - and what does it mean for smaller market players?...
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Membrane reactor enables climate-neutral lime production
Researchers at Fraunhofer IKTS have developed a membrane reactor that enables climate-neutral lime production. The technology captures process-related CO2 emissions and converts them into methane, hydrogen...
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Biesterfeld strengthens market position in Italy through full acquisition of two joint ventures
Biesterfeld is acquiring 100% of the shares in its Italian joint ventures Biesterfeld Polybass and Biesterfeld Polychem. With this, the Hamburg-based company is expanding its presence in a strategically...
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Byk-Gardner expands portfolio with acquisition of Perisens
With the acquisition of Perisens, Byk-Gardner strengthens its position in the field of measuring and testing instruments. The integration of innovative radar measurement technologies is intended to advance...
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Daniel Oliva becomes managing director of Krahn Iberia
Daniel Oliva has been appointed managing director of Krahn Iberia. He succeeds José Manuel Trigueros, who previously led the company.
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Microencapsulated adhesives: bonding at the push of a button
Researchers at Fraunhofer IAP have developed microcapsules that encapsulate the components of a two-component adhesive and release them only under pressure. The approach aims to simplify industrial bonding...
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Interview: “The US is a key growth driver”
Kansai Helios Group takes a significant step into the US market with its new site in Johnstown, Ohio. CEO Bastian Krauss discusses the strategic importance of the expansion and how European and North American...
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Eric Alström to lead Hempel as new Group President & CEO
The Danish coatings manufacturer has announced the appointment of Eric Alström as its new Group President & CEO, effective 1 August 2026. Alström succeeds Michael Hansen, who stepped down in June...
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Data-driven optimisation cuts lithium-ion battery costs
A new techno-economic analysis identifies mixing, coating and drying as the most cost-sensitive steps in lithium-ion battery electrode production. By tuning key parameters, manufacturers could save up...
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Interview: “Biggest challenge is breaking agglomerates and keeping carbon black stable”
Jaelene Matos, Technical Marketing Manager, Americas, Coatings at Orion, discusses key formulation challenges when working with carbon black and explains how proper dispersion strategies and material compatibility...