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Biesterfeld opens Lab and Innovation Centre in Hamburg
Biesterfeld is expanding its laboratory capacities in Hamburg with the opening of the Biesterfeld Lab and Innovation Centre.
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Copolymers with hydrolysis-generating zwitterions for antifouling coatings
A new study describes special surface-fragmenting hyperbranched copolymers for antifouling coatings.
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Safic-Alcan extends distribution agreement with Momentive Quartz Technologies
Safic-Alcan has reached a pan-European distribution agreement with Momentive Quartz Technologies for its Boron Nitride range.
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A novel type of self-healing silicone elastomers
Researchers report an innovative cross-linked network of silicone elastomer with good stretchability, thermal stability and autonomous self-healing.
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“Uncertainties concerning marketability may partially challenge and slow down developments of nano-based additives
Additives play a key role in every coating. We interviewed Jörg Hinnerwisch, Head of Research & Development at Byk Chemie about the latest trends for the additive sector and the role of nanomaterials....
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Stahl participates in research on biobased polymers
Stahl will be one of the partners in a Research and Innovation Action aiming to replace conventional polymers with novel bio-based polymers for their application in coatings, textiles, home care uses and...
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Protecting mobile phones: UV-curable hyperbranched polyurethane acrylate hard coatings
In order to efficiently protect plastic cover of 5G mobile phones, a novel hyperbranched polyurethane acrylate-based hard coating (HBPUA) having highly rigid hyperbranched cores was prepared and used as...
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Aerospace Coatings Market to reach EUR 1.06 billion by 2026
According to Global Market Insights, the aerospace coatings market is expected to exceed EUR 1.06 billion by 2026.
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Bio-based water-borne polyurethanes reinforced with cellulose nanocrystals
Chemists present bio-based water-borne polyurethanes which were reinforced with cellulose nanocrystals as coating films.
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Radiation curing: Turning it on
Even though cost issues are currently limiting the radiation curing segment, experts say the move towards environmentally-friendly ink & coating systems will drive further market growth. As our market...
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Norbert Schröter elected European Concrete Platform President
Norbert Schröter, Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Bauchemie, was elected as the new European Concrete Platform (ECP) President on June 22, 2020.
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Controlled surface modification of poly(methyl methacrylate) film
A new study focuses on the surface modification of poly(methyl methacrylate) film by fluoroalkyl end-capped vinyltrimethoxysilane oligomeric silica/hexagonal boron nitride nanocomposites.
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FEICA publishes Summary Report of the FEICA risk assessment of cyclic esters in polyester adhesives
FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, has published a Summary Report of a FEICA risk assessment carried out on cyclic esters potentially present in polyester adhesives intended...
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Durable ice-phobic material: Intrinsic self-healing organogels
Scientists report in intrinsic self-healing organogels based on dynamic polymer network with self-regulated secretion of liquid for anti-icing.