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Discrete element method to predict the mechanical properties of pigmented coatings
A recent study proposes a discrete element method (DEM) to predict the mechanical properties of paper coating layers that have a range of starch and latex content.
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PPG is about to acquire Industria Chimica Reggiana
PPG has has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Industria Chimica Reggiana (ICR), a manufacturer of automotive refinish and light industrial coatings.
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Architectural coatings in the focus of the January issue
The January issue of the European Coatings Journal is out and 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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Graphene and boron nitride nanoplatelets for improving vapor barrier properties
Scientists study Graphene and Boron Nitride Nano Platelets as an alternative to clay in epoxy nanocomposites.
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Experts on architectural coatings and stability
Architectural coatings have to withstand UV-radiation, rain, dust, fungal growth and more. At the same time, they should stay aesthetical pleasing for a long time. We spoke with experts about this issue...
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Altana wants to become carbon dioxide neutral by 2025
By 2025 the specialty chemicals group Altana wants to reduce its CO2 impact from production and energy procurement worldwide to zero.
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Epoxy adhesives containing recycled polymers and graphene oxide nanoflakes
Scienstists have designed epoxy adhesives based on recycled poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET), ground rubber tire (GTR), and graphene oxide (GO) nanoflakes.
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JEVVRS Business Consulting announces launch of chemical consulting services
JEVVRS Business Consulting has announced the launch of its new global business operation in the Chemical Consulting domain.
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Sustainable components for polyurethane coatings
The antioxidant activity of unmodified kraft and organosolv lignins has been studied to be used as sustainable components for polyurethane coatings.
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Lone Star Funds to acquire BASF’s Construction Chemicals business
BASF and an affiliate of Lone Star signed a purchase agreement for the acquisition of BASF’s Construction Chemicals business.
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Measuring and modeling hydration kinetics of well cements
Scientists present a new method to measure the chemical shrinkage of cements, using an ultrasonic cement analyser coupled with an external pump.
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Bodo Möller Chemie opens another production facility in Egypt
With the opening of a new production facility, Bodo Möller Chemie expands its production volume at the Egypt location.
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“UV curing technology: driving growth in all key regions “
IGM Resins started building a new production facility for photoinitiators in Anqing, China. In our exclusive Interview Andrew Chambers, Vice President Photoinitiators of IGM Resins explains why the company...
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Electrophoretically deposited graphene oxide–polymer bilayer coating on Cu-Ni alloy with enhanced corrosion resistance
For an actual study an environmentally benign and facile bilayer coating comprised of graphene oxide (GO) and acrylic polymer has been fabricated over a cupronickel sample.