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Acrylated epoxidised soybean oil-based UV-curable coating
In a new study, a series of highly functional acrylates containing a triazine ring as the rigid core and long fatty chains as soft arms were synthesised, these synthesised acrylates were then added to...
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Brenntag expands distribution agreement with BASF
Brenntag Specialties, part of the Brenntag Group, will become the exclusive distributor for BASF's amine curing agents in the Western and Southwestern United States, effective October 15.
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Proposal for a restriction on microplastics
Against the background of increasing marine pollution by plastics, the EU Commission requested the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) in 2015 to draw up a proposal for a restriction on microplastics under...
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Synthesis and properties of fluorinated non-isocyanate polyurethanes coatings
To improve the chemical resistance of non-isocyanate polyurethane (NIPU), two kinds of diglycidyl ether were selected to synthesise two different cyclic carbonates.
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BASF opens new research location
BASF has opened a new research laboratory for pigments in Besigheim, Germany.
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Castor oil-based waterborne hyperbranched polyurethane acrylate emulsions
Synthesis, characterisation, and coating performance of castor oil (CO) based water-borne hyperbranched polyurethane acrylate (WHPUA) emulsions for UV-curable coatings are highlighted in a current work....
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Axalta to acquire powder coatings manufacturer Capital Paints
Axalta Coating Systems, a global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Capital Paints.
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Interview: “We expect a consolidation among biocide suppliers“
The Swiss company Sanitized Preservation specialises in antimicrobial protection of paints and varnishes and has recently opened a subsidiary in India. CEO David Tierney explains why and what potentials...
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Enzyme-mediated addressing of proteins
A new compatibility study of support materials within the enzyme-mediated addressing of proteins has just been published.
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September issue: Wood coatings in the focus
The September issue of European Coatings Journal is out and features a full package on wood coatings: a market report, a product overview and expert interviews. The magazine is also available in European...
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Sika acquires Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives
Sika has agreed to acquire Crevo-Hengxin, a Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives used in both industry and construction applications.
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Adhesion measurements of protective coatings on bronze
In a current work, a methodological approach is proposed for the evaluation of coatings applied to metallic cultural heritage monuments, based on the use of a three-point bending test.
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Hempel appoints new group director for research & development
Worldwide coatings manufacturer Hempel announces the appointment of Nigel Shewring as its new group director of research & development (R&D).
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Performance optimisation of gear wheels
Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS), together with the heat treatment expert Bodycote, has developed a new thermal coating process to optimise gears.