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Challenges in weathering testing
A major challenge in weathering and corrosion testing is the difficulty in developing test protocols that yield results that are well-correlated to outdoor exposures, says Andy Francis, marketing director...
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Water-based polyurethane composite anticorrosive barrier coating
Scientists report on a polyurethane composite anticorrosive barrier coating, that has been enabled via enhanced dispersion of functionalised graphene oxide in the presence of acidified multi-walled carbon...
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Water-based polyurethane composite anticorrosive barrier coating
Scientists report on a polyurethane composite anticorrosive barrier coating, that has been enabled via enhanced dispersion of functionalised graphene oxide in the presence of acidified multi-walled carbon...
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Henkel Adhesive Technologies expands UV capabilities
Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently broke ground for a new production area for UV-curable acrylic pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA) at the site in Salisbury, North Carolina.
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Improving thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance of polyurea coating
A new study describes an improved thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance of a polyurea coating on internal tubes of gas heater by nano silver.
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Improving thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance of polyurea coating
A new study describes an improved thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance of a polyurea coating on internal tubes of gas heater by nano silver.
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IGL Coatings announces strategic partnership with Yamaclar in Turkey
IGL Coatings has announced a strategic partnership with Yamaclar Detailing as its exclusive distributor in Turkey.
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IGL Coatings announces strategic partnership with Yamaclar in Turkey
IGL Coatings has announced a strategic partnership with Yamaclar Detailing as its exclusive distributor in Turkey.
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New edition: The rheology handbook revised
The Rheology Handbook from author Thomas Mezger has been a standard reference for experts from many industries that have to know their way around practical rheological questions. The book is now available...
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Correlation between the physical structure of a an epoxy paint and its electrochemical impedance response
EIS was performed on a commercial high solids epoxy-based paint used for the corrosion protection of steel. Water uptake and plasticiser release was evidenced from gravimetric measurements.
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SK Capital to acquire Huntsman’s remaining interest in Venator Materials
SK Capital buys remaining 40 % in shares of Venator for approximately USD 100 million.
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New structure: Dörken repositions itself
The restructuring of the German company under the "Dörken" umbrella brand and the merger of the paints, coatings and pastes business to form Dörken Coatings should create scope for synergy effects.
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AkzoNobel acquires Stahl’s powder activities
Akzo Nobel gains unique low cure technology with acquisition of Stahl’s powder activities.