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Atomic force microscopy analysis of CAIP CrN and CrC coatings

Lately, scientists examined cathodic arc ion-plated (CAIP) CrN and CrC coatings via Atomic force microscopy analysis.

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Vottler announces new CEO

Since 1 July 2018, Markus Albrecht is the sole management director of the coating manufacturer Vottler Lackfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, based in Korntal-Münchingen,...

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The most important trends for self-healing materials

Several trends are emerging in the self-healing materials market. None of these are completely new, but they are important developments that market researchers ...

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Stiffness of ultrathin coatings

In a new work scientists compared test methods estimating the stiffness of ultrathin coatings.

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BASF boosts capacity for highly chromatic yellow pigments

BASF will extend its production capacities for isoindoline yellow pigments by around 70% by 2020, as the demand for high-performance pigments grows.

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Drag resistance of ship hulls

Scientists recently investigated the effects of surface roughness of newly applied fouling control coatings, coating water absorption, and welding seams on the drag ...

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Milliken & Company announces leadership transition

Milliken & Company’s board of directors announced the appointment of Halsey M. Cook Jr. as president and CEO effective September 1, 2018. J. Harold Chandler ...

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Terrance Hahn to Join Axalta as Chief Executive Officer

Effective 4 September, 2018, Terrence Hahn will take over as CEO. Charlie Shaver to continue with Axalta as non-executive chairman.

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Highly functional methacrylated bio-based resins for UV-curable coatings

In a new study highly functional methacrylated bio-based resin formulations were photopolymerised.

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Krahn Chemie Group extends its cooperation with Valtris Specialty Chemicals

Since July 1, the Krahn Chemie Group has expanded the cooperation with Valtris Specialty Chemicals with the "Santicizer" products for France where Krahn is already ...

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Visualising under-coating corrosion before visible damage

Recently, scientists developed a new method for visualising under-coating corrosion utilising pH indicators before visible damage.

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Five facts about the Portuguese coatings market

On the road of recovery from the Euro crisis, Portugal's economy has been evolving positively recently. How is the situation at the Portuguese coatings...

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Expert Interview: “Stricter regulations are generally considered to be drivers of innovation”

Complying to regulations is not only a challenge for companies that are active in the field of radiation curing. It is also the change to gain a competitive ...

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Afera’s 1st Global Adhesive Tape Summit a success

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, announced the success of its 1st Global Adhesive Tape Summit, which boasted a sold-out programme of market and...