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Characterisation of polyurethane coating on high performance concrete
Researchers report on a polyurethane coating reinforced with chemically treated Ananas erectifolius fiber.
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Geholit+Wiemer becomes part of the Kabe Swiss Group
Geholit+Wiemer now belongs to the Swiss Kabe Swiss Group as of January 2021. The Bubenhofer family has acquired all shares in the German, medium-sized manufacturer of coating materials as part of a succession...
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Examining superhydrophobic coatings on steel substrates
The influence of steel substrates on the uniformity of superhydrophobic coatings was examined by Kelvin probe force microscope.
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New strategy: Hempel wants to double revenue by 2025
A new strategy defines the timeframe of a doubling of Hempel by 2025. The path is defined by focus in the entire business, leadership positions in chosen segments, industry leadership in sustainability...
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“Labyrinthine structure” anticorrosive water-based composite coatings
Recentlty, a novel environmentally friendly modified graphene oxide/waterborne epoxy composite coating has been reported.
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VMP Chemiekontor takes over Quaan
VMP Chemiekontor is taking over chemicals company Quaan. The Hamburg-based owner-managed commercial business was founded in 2009 and focuses on the area of CASE.
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2021 will see large numbers of deals brought to closing
Covid-19 will drive consolidation in specific sectors of the chemicals industry, says Dr Otto Schulz, Partner and Head of Chemicals Practice at EY-Parthenon, a strategy consulting organisation. The paints...
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Anticorrosive and UV-blocking waterborne polyurethane composite coating
A new work describes a waterborne polyurethane composite coating containing novel two-dimensional Ti3C2 MXene nanosheets.
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Lanxess acquires biocides specialist Intace
Specialty chemicals company Lanxess aims to expand its position as a leading manufacturer of biocides and antimicrobials by acquiring French company Intace.
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Peelable coatings: New review article
A new review article gives an insight of the concept, the chemistries involved, release agents and the applications of peelable coatings.
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Akzo Nobel proposes to acquire Tikkurila for EUR 31.25 per share
As a reaction to PPGs offer to acquire Tikkurila, Akzo Nobel has made a comprehensive non-binding proposal to acquire the Finnish company as well. The proposal includes an all-cash public offer for all...
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Intumescent fire-retardant acrylic coatings: Effects of additive loading ratio
A new work explores the importance of varying the ratio of conventional flame-retardant additives and the scale of testing on the thermal and flammability/fire performance of acrylic-based coatings.
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Ezio Braggio joins ChemQuest Europe
ChemQuest has hired Mr. Ezio Braggio, Sherwin Williams’ recently retired Regional President of Europe, Middle East, Africa and India (EMEAI), as ChemQuest Europe’s newest Vice President.
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January issue: Wood coatings in the focus
The January issue of the European Coatings Journal features a full package on wood coatings: a market report, a product overview and expert interviews. The magazine is also available in European Coatings...