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Synthomer selects Campi y Jové to concentrate their distributions activities in Iberia
Effective from September 1, 2017 Campi y Jové has been appointed as distributor of Synthomer’s range of redispersible polymer powders, dispersions, latex and ...
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Smart anticorrosive coatings with multifunctional characteristics
A review emphasises the effects of self-healing and anti-fouling coatings for corrosion inhibition of metallic materials. Furthermore, novel coatings with anticorrosive...
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BASF invests in automotive coatings in North America
BASF is expanding its automotive coatings production in North America with investments of nearly EUR35.8 million over the next two years.
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Instant bonding of hydrogels for soft machines and electronics
Introducing methods for instant tough bonding between hydrogels and antagonistic materials – from soft to hard – allows researchers to demonstrate elastic yet ...
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EU observatory for nanomaterials launched
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a new website that gives citizens, workers and professionals access to information on nanomaterials on the EU market...
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What experts think about the future of floor coatings
We all are walking on floors every day. But rarely do we think about the different materials used and what coatings can do to improve them. We spoke with experts ...
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How do nanoparticles affect the UV-shielding efficiency of acrylic coatings?
In a study, nanocomposite coatings based on pure acrylic emulsion and TiO2/or ZnO nanoparticles were prepared and tested with regard to the photostability and...
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Stepan acquires surfactant production facility in Mexico
Stepan Company, through a subsidiary in Mexico, has reached an agreement with BASF Mexicana, S.A. DE C.V. to acquire its surfactant production facility in Ecatepec,...
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Future of water-borne products under threat
In the course of the systematic re-evaluation of all available biocidal active substances which is being carried out under the biocidal products regulation, it ...
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Synthesis of a smart coating for furniture textiles
Smart coatings for furniture textiles should be flame retardant and hydrophobic. Can a novel functional coating, developed with an environmentally friendly ...
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PPG marks completion of coatings facility in Russia
PPG has marked the opening of a EUR45 million paint and coatings manufacturing facility and commercial operation in the Lipetsk region of Russia.
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Axalta opens Asia-Pacific Technology Center in China
Axalta Coating Systems has formally opened its newest investment in innovation, the Asia-Pacific Technology Center (APTC), in the Minhang District of Shanghai. ...
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Do novel hybrid coatings protect aluminum alloys from corrosion?
What corrosion protection properties do three novel eco-friendly hybrid epoxy-silicon (EP-S) coatings have in comparison to commercial epoxy (EP) coatings on ...
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Tikkurila plans to build new factory in Russia
Tikkurila has signed a Letter of Intent to buy a seven hectare industrial site in Russia. The aim is to start the construction work of a greenfield factory in 2018. ...