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Natural fibre-reinforced wood coatings promise greater durability and sustainability for outdoor applications
The “NFHolzlack” research project led by the Institute for Wood Technology Dresden (IHD) is developing innovative outdoor wood coatings reinforced with natural fibres. The aim is to increase weather...
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Evonik opens first production facility for pyrogenic metal oxides in Asia
With its new production facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, the German chemicals group strengthens its presence in Asia and focuses on sustainable innovation. Pyrogenic aluminium oxide will be produced here...
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Smart lignin valorisation: Fully bio-based dynamic dual-network polymers via one-pot synthesis
Researchers introduce a simplified one-pot method for creating high-performance, fully bio-based lignin polymers. The resulting dual-network materials are strong, reprocessable and multifunctional, advancing...
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Inside the BASF-Carlyle-deal: Exclusive insights on the EC podcast
What does BASF’s sale of its Coatings Division to The Carlyle Group mean for the industry? In the latest European Coatings Podcast, editor Yeray López speaks with Olaf Adamek, a coatings expert who...
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Tesa: Production site expansion underway
With the expansion of its production facility in Offenburg/Germany, Tesa is increasing capacity and focusing on technological development. The site is being strengthened to meet the growing demand for...
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Effect pigments: ‘Price is often the decisive criterion in the market’
GNMI has acquired the pigment business of Merck Surface Solutions and bundled it under the new name Susonity. In this interview, Michael Weiden, Global Head of Commercial at the renamed company, explains...
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25 Years of A.I.V.R.: Romanian coatings association marks milestone in Bucharest
Romania’s coatings industry marked a key milestone this autumn as the national association A.I.V.R. celebrated its 25th anniversary in Bucharest. The event highlighted the evolution of the domestic...
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Sustainable chitosan–rosin adhesives: Strong, flame-retardant and biodegradable alternatives for wood panels
A Chinese research team has developed an eco-friendly wood adhesive based on chitosan and modified rosin acid. The formulation achieves high mechanical strength, flame retardancy and rapid biodegradability,...
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Beckers Group opens new R&D center in Shanghai
China represents a strategic growth market for Beckers Group's coil coating and industrial coating businesses.
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A new generation of sustainable polyols for high-performing coatings
With growing sustainability demands and stricter regulations, the coatings industry is turning to low-VOC systems from renewable sources. This study explores advanced CNSL-based polyols and diols – derived...
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From residues to resources: Fraunhofer WKI advances bio-based, formaldehyde-free adhesives for particleboard
Within the “LowEPanel” project, Fraunhofer WKI and partners are trialling formaldehyde-free lignin–HMF condensation resins for the manufacture of sustainable particleboards from regional wood residues,...
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ECHA updates guidance and evaluations – coatings industry urged to act
New rules under the CLP Regulation and fresh substance evaluations affect coatings manufacturers and formulators across Europe. ECHA’s latest Weekly (22 October 2025) highlights updates that require...
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PFAS-free with silicone: Three coating solutions for anti-ice, barrier and non-stick applications
Researchers from Fraunhofer IFAM and Victrex demonstrate how polysiloxanes can replace PFAS-based systems in functional high-performance coatings. The study presents new formulations for anti-ice, barrier...
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Enhanced photostability via E/Z photoisomerisation in benzylcyanocoumarin dyes
Researchers have developed a novel strategy to enhance the lightfastness of organic dyes by controlling E/Z photoisomerisation. PMMA-based coatings with these dyes exhibit exceptional colour and stability...