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Effect of microencapsulated ammonium polyphosphate on durability and fire resistance
A new study examines the effect of microencapsulated ammonium polyphosphate on the durability and fire resistance of water-borne intumescent fire-retardant coatings.
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BASF to increase capacity for Alkylethanolamines in Ludwigshafen
BASF will increase the production capacity of Alkylethanolamines (AEOA) by 20 percent at the BASF Verbund site in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
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Enhanced corrosion resistance of copper by synergetic effects in polypyrrole film
BTA and silica show synergetic enhancement on anti-corrosion and conductivity of PPy film. Composite PPy film exhibits excellent durability in salt spray test.
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New edition of Polyurethanes textbook
The well-known textbook Polyurethanes – Coatings Adhesives and Sealants is now available in the second revised edition. The book will give readers an overview of the chemistry and various possible application...
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April issue: Bio-based coatings in the focus
The April issue of European Coatings Journal is out and features a full package on bio-based coatings: a market report, a product overview and expert interviews. The magazine is also available in European...
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Byk opens new site in Shanghai
Byk is expanding its presence in Asia through a significant investment in China. The second integrated site is designated to better serve the needs of customers locally.
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New route for fabrication of the corrosion-resistant superhydrophobic surface
A novel mechanical approach to the preparation of aluminium alloys allows the production of superhydrophobic surfaces.
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Chemlink Specialities and Addi-Tec are now part of the Harke Group
The Harke Group with headquarters in Mühlheim an der Ruhr, Germany, has acquired Chemlink Specialities Ltd and Addi-Tec Ltd, both formerly businesses within the Chemlink Group in Manchester, UK.
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Effective approach to reducing fire hazards of rigid polyurethane foam
A recent study deals with the fabrication of a fire protective coating on the surface of rigid polyurethane foam and investigates the effect of its flame retardancy and combustion properties.
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Interview: “Longer life cycles for buildings
Developments such as urbanisation as well as regulations and the ongoing trend towards more sustainability have a big influence on the construction chemicals market. We spoke to Wolf Meyer-Hevekerl of...
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Teknos has completed the acquisition of Drywood Norge AS
Teknos has completed the acquisition of the business of Drywood Norge AS, a company operating in architectural coatings business in Norwegian market.
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New approach to test the sulphate resistance of concrete
A new study examines the tensile strength of concrete exposed to sulphate attack.
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PPG and Avery Dennison commercialise eco-friendly anti fouling system
The companies PPG and Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions want to further commercialise their self-adhesive fouling release foil for ship hulls.
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Self-healing of an epoxy coating through linseed oil and its alkyd microcapsules
In order to produce to produce self-healing coating, microcapsules having either linseed oil or its alkyd have been incorporated into an epoxy matrix