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Mipa establishes Mipa Belgium and strengthens presence in Benelux
With the establishment of Mipa Belgium, the German coatings producer expands its activities in Western Europe. The takeover of Belgian distribution partner B-Coat opens new opportunities for growth.
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Synergistic flame-retardant system enhances epoxy-polyamide coatings
A combination of modified intumescent flame retardant and scandia-yttria-stabilised zirconia significantly improves the flame-retardant and insulation performance of epoxy-polyamide coatings.
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Venator Duisburg files for insolvency – production to continue for now
The chemical company Venator, based in Duisburg, has filed for insolvency. Despite the financial difficulties, the approximately 350 employees are expected to continue working for the time being.
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Azelis acquires Distona to strengthen Swiss market presence
By acquiring Swiss distributor Distona, Azelis expands its footprint in industrial chemicals and reinforces its position in coatings, additives and lubricants segments.
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Bio-based multilayer coatings for paper protection
Water-borne nanocoatings created from cellulose nanocrystals and trimethyl chitosan particles improve water resistance, mechanical stability, and UV protection of paper.
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Novel cardanol-based polymer coatings with antibacterial and antiviral properties
Ein koreanisches Forschungsteam hat umweltfreundliche Polymerbeschichtungen entwickelt, die sowohl antibakterielle als auch antivirale Wirkung zeigen. Basis sind cardanolhaltige Copolymere mit Fluoralkylgruppen,...
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DKSH to Distribute Organik Kimya Polymer Emulsions in Germany
DKSH has signed a new distribution agreement with Organik Kimya to expand its specialty chemicals portfolio. Acting as the exclusive distributor of polymer emulsions in Germany, DKSH strengthens its market...
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Novel polydopamine-copper coating enhances corrosion resistance and blood compatibility of zinc
Researchers have developed a polydopamine coating enriched with Cu(II) ions that significantly improves the corrosion resistance and haemocompatibility of biodegradable zinc. The findings could support...
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On the rise: bio-based coatings market
The key factors driving growth in the bio-based coatings market include stringent environmental regulations, increasing consumer demand for sustainable products, improvement in bio-based resin and polymer...
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Mipa establishes Mipa USA to strengthen presence in North America
Mipa has expanded presence in the United States. On one July 2025, long-standing distribution partner Fleetwood Products was transformed into new subsidiary Mipa USA, headquartered in New Jersey.
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New troponoid-mediated strategy for radical polymerisation in water
Researchers have developed a method using troponoids as mediators in radical polymerisation. This enables the production of polymers such as PVP, HEA and DMA in aqueous media and allows the formation of...
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Krahn Chemie expands Technical Service Centre in Bottrop
By expanding its Technical Service Centre in Bottrop, Krahn Chemie strengthens hands-on training and sustainable solutions. The extended 1,400 m² premises now combine state-of-the-art laboratories with...
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Bio-based polyesters synthesised from furanic cyclobutane diacid
Researchers have developed a novel bio-based monomer from furfural that serves as a platform for semi-rigid polyester production. The materials show good thermal stability and tunable glass transition...
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Mass balance and bio-based raw materials in coatings
The integration of renewable raw materials into coating production is a key path towards more sustainability. In this interview, Lars Ossenschmidt, Head of Laboratory at Worlée, explains the feasibility...