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Corrosion resistance of surface texturing epoxy resin coatings
A recently published study focuses on the corrosion resistance of epoxy resin coatings reinforced with fly ash cenospheres and multiwalled carbon nanotubes.
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Richard Baker Harrison acquires Dunwood Polymers
Richard Baker Harrison (RBH), supplier of speciality functional materials, additives and chemicals to the polymer and related industry, has announced the acquisition of privately owned Dunwood Polymers...
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Improved wear resistance and anticorrosion properties
Researchers have evaluated the tribological and anticorrosion properties of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) coating reinforced with phenol formaldehyde resin (PF).
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SI Group announces resole capacity expansion plan
SI Group has announced plans to increase the resole production capacities at their facilities in Rotterdam Junction, New York, and Lote, India.
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Multifunctional biopolymer coatings inspired by fish skin
A novel biopolymer coating could be potentially utilised as eco-friendly surfaces for drag reduction and anti-biofouling.
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DCL acquires Sun Chemical’s performance pigments plant
DCL, supplier of colour pigments and dispersions for the coatings, plastics, and ink industries, has acquired Sun Chemical’s manufacturing facility in Goose Creek, South Carolina, USA.
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DMF: Restriction on the horizon
In recent years, remarkable successes have been achieved in reducing solvent contents in paints and varnishes. Nevertheless, organic solvents continue to play an important role in the paint and coatings...
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Digital inkjet printing technology for the aircraft industry
A recent study explores the possibilities of digital inkjet printing technology in the aircraft industry for printing complex images, logos and other visual effects directly on the aircraft.
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Ineos sells its sulphur chemicals business
Ineos has announced the completion of the sale of its sulphur chemicals business to the International Chemical Investors Group.
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Experts’ opinions on sustainable colourants
Regarding the sustainability in coatings, the role of colourants is not the first thing to pop up. Nevertheless, they are an important raw material. We spoke with experts about their role for sustainable...
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New edible coating formulation to preserve avocados
A new study describes a novel antimicrobial ZnO nanoparticles-added polysaccharide edible coating for the preservation of postharvest avocado.
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Lanxess: Michael Ertl to head the Inorganic Pigments business unit
Michael Ertl (54) will take over as head of the Inorganic Pigments (IPG) business unit at Lanxess with immediate effect.
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Steel protection by the use of piper betle leaf extract
A recently published work proposes a new inhibitor that can be added to a green corrosion inhibitor system for delivering high corrosion resistance of steel.
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Marabu acquires Icon Inks and increases presence in Asia
With the acquisition of Icon Inks, Marabu is expanding its global footprint and its focus on water-based printing technologies and textile printing.