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Raw material prices always at a glance
The availability and prices of raw materials pose challenges for the coatings industry. Stay up to date with the European Coatings Price Ticker and receive important input for negotiations.
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Cyclodextrin-based functionalised graphene oxide as an effective corrosion inhibitor
For a recent study, cyclodextrin-based functionalised graphene was synthesised. It was evaluated as an effective corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel in acidic environment.
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AkzoNobel sells former paint factory in UK
AkzoNobel has sold its former paint factory located in Wexham Road, Slough, UK. The site comprises both the former Slough Manufacturing Unit and AkzoNobel’s Research and Development facility.
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Factors influencing the hydration kinetics of ye’elimite
The aim of a recent study was to understand the origin of the variation in the hydraulic reactivity of ye'elimite systems.
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Gelest acquires specialty monomers and polymers manufacturer Bimax
Gelest acquires Bimax, a manufacturer and marketer of specialty monomers and polymers for use in the manufacture of coatings and adhesives, as well as other advanced technology applications.
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Nanocoating prevents greasy smears
A new nanocoating being developed by Fraunhofer researchers will in the future prevent the annoying smudges that result from fingers touching stainless steel surfaces.
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The coatings additive market
The global coating additives market size was EUR 6.99 billion in 2018 and is projected to register a CAGR of 6.14% between 2018 and 2023. Currently, the Asia Pacific region leads, in terms of coating additives...
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MT Materials announces distribution partnership with Inopol
MT Materials AG, based in Wallisellen/Zurich, is now marketing the polyester resin portfolio for the South Korean company Inopol Co. Ltd. in Switzerland.
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Green synthesis of soluble graphene by aqueous polyphenol extracts of Eucalyptus bark
Scientists describe a green, effective, and economical strategy for the synthesis of soluble graphene by using a Eucalyptus polyphenol solution that is obtained from a Eucalyptus bark extract.
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BRB Silicone appoints Chemfit for distribution in South Africa
BRB International BV appoints Chemfit for sales distribution of silicone product portfolio for paint & coatings and construction in South Africa.
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Omnova to be acquired by Synthomer for USD 10.15 per share
Omnova Solutions has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Synthomer plc for USD 10.15 per share in cash.
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Controlled fertiliser release via tunable poly(vinyl alcohol)/ammonium sulfate-coated nonwoven materials
In a recent study, nonwoven fabrics were coated with two different ammonium sulfate fertilizer loadings (27.75% and 55.50%) by using two different poly(vinyl alcohol) types (high and low molecular weight)....
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Altana acquires business from the Paul N. Gardner Company
The specialty chemicals group Altana has acquired the operating assets of the Paul N. Gardner Company Inc. of Pompano Beach FL, USA.
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A facile inorganic modifier of acrylic emulsions for fabricating hybrid films with least aggregation of silica nanoparticles
Hybrid emulsions were prepared by mixing PreEm with AcEm. The emulsions gave transparent coating films at high silica content. The hardness of the films increased with increasing silica content.