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Developing functional gradient design coatings
Researchers set to conduct studies to develop low cost customisable coatings that can coat 3D geometries whilst protecting against aggressive high temperature ...
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Akzo Nobel confirms merger discussions with Axalta
In response to market speculation, Akzo Nobel has confirmed it is currently in constructive discussions regarding a merger of the Akzo Nobel Paints & Coatings...
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Fortifying concrete by adding recycled plastic
Discarded plastic bottles could one day be used to build stronger and more flexible concrete structures. A research team has found out that the addition of ...
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Facts in five: The Russian coatings market
In the last years, the Russian paints and coatings market did not meet the expectations regarding its growth. A snapshot of the market and the forecasts for ...
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New distributor for Vencorex in South Africa
With effect from September 1,2017 Vencorex has appointed Orkila as the company’s new distributor in South Africa.
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New concrete makes buildings earthquake-resistant
Researchers have developed a new fibre-reinforced concrete that can make buildings earthquake-resistant. The technology could save the lives of citizens throughout...
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Merger of Clariant and Huntsman cancelled
Nearly half a year ago Clariant and Huntsman agreed to merge their business to form a new company worth $ 20 billion. After growing opposition over the last months ...
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Third quarter 2017: Covestro raises bar and announces share buyback
Materials manufacturer Covestro delivered the strongest quarter in the company’s history in the third quarter of 2017 as the positive trend of the first six months ...
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Preparing antireflection coatings with novel core-shell particle dispersions
A novel technology could be of interest for the production of antireflection coatings for glass applications.
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New General Manager at Sudarshan Europe B.V.
Since July 1, 2017 Milan W. Krumbe is responsible as General Manager for the industrial pigment business for Sudarshan Europe B.V. in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. ...
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Anionic UV curing of epoxy resins containing scaly silica
A cured organic-inorganic composite material where scaly silica was well-dispersed has been successfully fabricated with a tetrafunctional epoxy resin and chemically-modified...
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Titanium Dioxide: Ruling opacity out of existence?
After the French authorities have proposed to classify TiO2 as classify it as Carcinogenic Category 1B, there has been much discussion of alternatives. Akzo...
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BASF reports strong earnings in third quarter of 2017
BASF has recorded significant sales and earnings growth in the third quarter of 2017. For full-year 2017, the German chemicals group continues to expect considerable ...
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A sticky subject: Food contact legislation
Food contact materials (FCMs) are widely used in packaging for every-day foods and beverages. Adhesives are used in almost all food packaging, to bond the different...