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BASF increases acrylic dispersions capacity
BASF started up its new acrylic dispersions production line in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, doubling its capacity.
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A novel phthalazinone-based epoxy resin
A new paper reports on novel epoxy resin with excellent rheological property and intrinsic flame retardancy.
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Five facts about polyurethane coatings
The total global demand for polyurethane coatings was over 2.5 million tonnes in 2019. They have a share of more than 16 % of the total coatings market. We have compiled five interesting facts about polyurethane...
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DKSH enters distribution agreement with Galstaff Mutiresine
DKSH has signed an exclusive distribution agreement for Germany with Galstaff Multiresine, Italian producer of synthetic resins and auxiliaries for coatings, paints, composite materials and printing inks....
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The role of the ketyl radical in type II photoinitiators
Scientists have evaluated the influence of the photoinitiating system on the properties of photopolymerised methylmethacrylate.
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Hubert Windegger appointed CFO of ASK Chemicals
Hubert Windegger joins the management of ASK Chemicals as Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as of March 01, 2021.
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Innovative thermal insulation coatings
Thermal insulation coatings based on microporous particles from Pickering emulsion polymerisation have been decribes in a recent study.
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Lanxess management makes sustainability its business
A new system of compensation for the Board of Management has been in place since the beginning of the year: Roughly one-third of the variable compensation is now linked to the company’s sustainability...
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Novel injectable adhesive gel for wound healing
A new study portrays a surgical antibacterial bioadhesive for a broad range of medical applications.
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Significant contraction of the global paints and coatings market in 2020
On an annual basis the TOP 11 global paint and coating producers experienced a sales turnover decline greater than – 6 % (EUR value) compared to 2019.
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“Strong platform for continuous growth for the entire South & East Asia region”
Danish coatings manufacturer Hempel has signed a purchase agreement for the acquisition of Australia-based Wattyl. As Hempel CEO Lars Petersson explains, this step is part of the company’s growth strategy...
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March issue: Architectural coatings in the focus
The March issue of the European Coatings Journal is out. It features a full package on architectural coatings: a market report, a product overview and expert interviews. The magazine is also available...
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Preparation of chitosan-reduced graphene oxide microcapsules
An actual paper describes the reparation of chitosan-reduced graphene oxide (CS-RGO) microcapsules and its application in self-healing coatings.
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Allnex anncounces new site in China
Allnex plans a new production base for high-performance resins in Pinghu City, China.