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Preservation of stone artworks from ageing
Researchers have used halloysite nanotubes-based nanocomposites for the hydrophobisation of hydraulic mortar and generated films with perspectives in stone protection.
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Meffert AG acquires stake in Bio Pin Group
With effect from 1 January 2022, Meffert AG Farbwerke is acquiring a majority stake in Bio Pin Holding.
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New biodegradable film produced from cocoa shell nanofibrils
A new study aims at the future application of cocoa shell nanofibers in the production of edible films, coatings, and packaging materials. It recommends their application in cocoa and chocolate products...
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Songwon enters exclusive coatings distributorship with TCL Hofmann
From now on TCL Hofmann is the exclusive distributor in Australia and New Zealand of Songwon’s Business Unit
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Reduce potential hazards to a minimum in advance of the mixing process
Dust explosions can pose a severe risk in mixing, says Karl Hendrik Schluckebier, Product Manager at Zeppelin Systems. He also explains why a good and fast cleaning of mixers is so important.
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Consistent determination of the contrast ratio of white inks
Scientists are searching for measurement methods that can accurately describe translucency or its opposite, opacity. Now a new approach has been proposed.
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Brenntag expands distribution agreement with SI Group for EMEA
Brenntag announces the renewal and expansion of a distribution agreement with performance additives leader SI Group.
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PPG launches expanded automotive OEM clearcoat production
PPG has announced the start-up of an expanded automotive OEM clearcoat production at its facility in Erlenbach, Germany.
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A safe future for polyurethane products
On 4 August 2020, a new restriction on diisocyanates under REACH was adopted by the European authorities, targeting respiratory and dermal sensitisation potentially caused by diisocyanates.
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Gulf Coatings Show, Pacific Coatings Show: Major companies pledge support
The new international exhibitions for the coatings industry in the United Arab Emirates (Gulf Coatings Show, Sharjah, 16-18 October) and Indonesia (Jakarta, 21-23 September) have now won the official support...
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Polyimide–polyester hybrid UV-curable powder coating
A new UV-curable maleimide-terminated polyimide was prepared and characterised. The viscoelastic properties of the hybrid system were most improved when 16% weight percent of polyimide was added into the...
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Westlake to acquire Hexion’s global epoxy business
Westlake Chemical Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement with Hexion to acquire Hexion’s global epoxy business for approximately USD 1.2 billion (ca. EUR 1.0 billion).
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Eco-friendly flexographic ink for anti-counterfeiting
A new functional ink could be a promising candidate for anti-counterfeiting applications, including food packaging, documents and labels.
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New technical laboratory of Wilhelm Niemann
Wilhelm Niemann expands the range of dispersion and fine grinding trials with the new technical laboratory at the company's site in Melle/Germany. Niemann provides almost all machines of the product portfolio...