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Evonik makes further progress in the third quarter
Evonik increased adjusted EBITDA to EUR639 million in the third quarter, an increase of 11 percent compared with the third quarter of 2016. This was mainly due to ...
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Tunable superhydrophobic surfaces and their impact on ice mitigation
In a review, the fundamental wetting properties of solid surfaces and superhydrophobic surfaces in particular are described.
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Biocides: Strong Pressure
The Biocide User Task Force of CEPE is working on various advocacy efforts to defend the biocide use in paints, printing inks and artists’ colours. We spoke ...
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Sika acquires Butterfield Color in the US
Sika continues its expansion strategy: The specialty chemicals company has acquired Butterfield Color, Inc. a US-based manufacturer of decorative concrete floor ...
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Blocked polyisocyanates as crosslinking agents for polyurethane powder coatings
Researchers have studied the synthesis of new blocked polyisocyanates as crosslinking agents for hydrophobic polyurethane powder clear coatings.
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Akzo Nobel completes expansion of Surface Chemistry plant in China
Akzo Nobel has completed the EUR4.8 million expansion project at its Surface Chemistry facility in Boxing, China, increasing the company's regional product ...
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Corrosion protection of mild steel surfaces
Indian researchers have reported the superior corrosion-resistant properties of conducting polyurethane networks of polyaniline (PANI), poly-m-aminophenol (PmAP),...
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Clariant and White Tale engaged in talks
Clariant notes that after the announcement of the termination of the merger between Clariant and Huntsman, Clariant and its shareholder White Tale have engaged...
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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...