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New market study on powder coatings
According to a new research report, the market size for powder coatings is expected to grow to over EUR 14,49 billion by 2024.
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Corrosion behavior of epoxy coating with mesoporous silica
In a new study, mesoporous silica served as the host for an eco-friendly corrosion inhibitor. This material could adsorb and release corrosion inhibitor in different aqueous media.
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IMCD opens a coatings application laboratory in Turkey
IMCD announces the expansion of its technical capabilities with the addition of a new coatings application laboratory in Istanbul, Turkey.
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New start up area at the European Coatings Show
Are you a young, small company in the field of paints and coatings? Present your business at the start up area at the European Coatings Show.
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Synthesis of water-borne polyurethane/hydroxyapatite chemical hybrids
A recently published paper deals with the synthesis and properties of water-borne polyurethane/hydroxyapatite chemical hybrids.
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Scholarship applications now being accepted by PCI
The Powder Coating Institute (PCI) is accepting applications for its 2019 PCI Scholarship Program.
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Annual survey: Concerns and confidence
An eventful year is over. For the paint and coatings manufacturers, the past year offered both opportunities and challenges. It is therefore not surprising that the annual survey by the European Coatings...
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Functionalised zirconia compounds as antifungal additives for hygienic water-borne coatings
In a recently published work, the sol-gel method was used to obtain materials based on silica and zirconia, with the inclusion of silver (Ag).
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Interview: “Gather as much information as possible”
Digitisation of manufacturing processes is transforming many industries in a way and at a pace that can be scary. However, there are huge chances for increasing efficiency and product quality. We spoke...
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LUM holds sales meeting in Berlin
The 20th International Sales Meeting will be hosted by LUM GmbH in Berlin-Adlershof from 23-25 January.
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Self-healing ceria-modified coating for corrosion protection of AZ31
A hybrid siloxane-based coating was modified with CeO2 nanoparticles and applied on AZ31 magnesium alloy.
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BASF to partner with Adani to evaluate investment in acrylics value chain in India
BASF SE, headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, and Adani Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to evaluate a major joint investment in the acrylics value chain. This would be BASF’s...
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Influence of non-adsorbing polymers on drying of fresh mortars
In a recently published paper, scientists compare the drying of non-reactive materials (glass beads packing) with the one of fresh mortars.
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European Coatings Show: Academia meets business
The European Coatings Show will welcome several institutes and universities. Amongst others, the University of Applied Sciences Niederrhein, the University of Paderborn and the Fraunhofer Institute for...