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Effect of high corona dosage on laminate bond strength and time dependent behavior of surface energy on PE, PP and PET
How long does a corona treatment last? How strong is the effect of an overtreatment? How does this affect laminate bond strength? Those questions arise frequently...
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British Coatings Federation: Renewed confidence for the coatings industry despite Brexit
Confidence levels return to those last seen in 2016 as the latest statistics from the British Coatings Federation (BCF) show a renewed optimism, with companies...
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The influence of starch-based bio-latex on paper coating
The microstructure of coating layers has important effects on final properties of paper. Eco-friendly bio-latex derived from sustainable starch has being increasingly...
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Annual Global Automotive 2017 Color Popularity Report
Axalta Coating Systems released the findings of its 65th annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report, which shows white as the worldwide leader in consumer ...
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BASF introduces new brand image of Chemetall
It is just over one year since BASF’s Coatings division acquired Chemetall, a leading global surface treatment supplier. Being well-known within the industry for its...
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New market study on automotive coatings
Decoration and Protection: Ceresana examines the Global Market for Paints and Coatings in the Automotive Industry. One major finding is, that the use of solvents...
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Bio-based coating wall paint neutralizes formaldehyde in indoor air
While the demand for bio-based coatings is growing, many customers is still reluctant to choose bio-based formulations due to cost. One approach is to offer an ...
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Preparation of colored coating with low infrared emissivity based on nanometer pigment
Four colored coatings with low infrared emissivity were prepared by using polyurethane as adhesive, aluminum as filler and nanometer pigment as paint, respectively. ...
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Sika expects record figure for the financial year 2017
Sika proved its ability to generate strong growth once again in 2017, increasing sales in local currencies by 8.9% to the equivalent of CHF 6.25 billion.
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Paracetamol based benzoxazine shows high corrosion inhibition efficiency
The study investigated corrosion inhibition properties of paracetamol based benzoxazine on HCS and Al surfaces in 1M HCl.
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German Design Award for Ral Colours
For the fourth time, Ral Colours has been awarded the international Design Award for its innovative product and communication design.
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New Market Study: Flame Retardants
The market research institute Ceresana has published its 5th edition of "Market Study: Flame Retardants". The study on the global market for flame retardants...
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Ineos Styrolution: new distribution structure in Europe
Ineos Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, announces today the implementation of a new distribution structure in Europe.
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Synthesis of Low-Dimensional Polyion Complex Nanomaterials via Polymerization-Induced Electrostatic Self-Assembly
Nanostructured polyion complexes (PICs) are appealing in biomaterials applications.