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Nanocomposite paints for microwave absorption
A new study reports on the functional properties of zinc-nanographite based nanocomposite paints for 2–9 GHz microwave absorption.
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Nouryon starts production at new facility
Nouryon has started production at a new manufacturing facility located at its site in Ningbo, China, to meet increasing demand in the Asia region for polymers used in the Packaging, Paints and Coatings...
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Fostering recyclability of paper and packaging
In light of the transition to an increasingly circular economy, FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive & Sealant Industry, continues to make contributions to the recyclability and sustainability...
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Alkali-resistant aluminum pigment
Researchers have described the preparation of alkali-resistant aluminum pigments that are encapsulated with a fluoropolymer by in situ polymerisation.
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BASF and Sanyo Chemical sign MoU for collaboration on PUDs
BASF and Sanyo Chemical have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a strategic collaboration of polyurethane dispersions development.
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Superhydrophobic PU-based coatings with mechanochemical durability
In a recently published study, multi-type nanoparticles in superhydrophobic PU-based coatings were studied towards self-cleaning, self-healing and mechanochemical durability.
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Axalta opens new refinish facility in the Netherlands
Axalta has officially opened its new facility in the Netherlands with the intention to further strengthen its Dutch refinish business.
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New podcast episode: Status quo of the European coatings industry
In the latest episode of the EC Podcast we speak with André Vieira de Castro, CEO at Argacol – Tintas e Vernizes in Portugal, and CEPE chairman from October 2020 to September 2021. Due to his functions...
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Hard, tough and fast self-healing thermoplastic polyurethane
A new study presents a thermoplastic polyurethane that can quickly recover up to 92% of its original tensile strength within 1 h at 50 °C and may have many application prospects in the field of protective...
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MK Chemicals with new management and owners
The pigment paste manufacturer MK Chemicals from Bockenem, Germany, is under new management.
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Multifunctional properties via special coating
Smart textiles coated with functional particles derived from sustainable sources that can block both UV and EM.
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Interview: A very concerned industry
The paint and coatings industry faces serious challenges in 2021 due to the rise in raw material prices. The supply and demand imbalance will have strong implications for the sector - and there is no sign...
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IM Group’s Inkmaker joint ventures with Longtech in China
Inkmaker Shanghai, the Chinese subsidiary of the recently rebranded IM Group (formerly Inkmaker Group), has announced the formation of a a joint-venture company with Longtec in China.
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Composite coating with superior repellence
A new study describes the facile preparation of super-oleophobic TiO2/SiO2 composite coatings by a simple spraying method.