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A unique additive for the ideal concrete
Whether it’s for drying time, hardness, or uniformity, a new additive developed by researchers can give concrete, mortar, and cement the desired consistency, ...
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Alkyd resins based on PET waste for coating applications
Medium oil alkyd resins based on glycolysed PET waste and different generations of aliphatic hyperbranched polyesters with linseed and sunflower oil fatty acids, ...
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New materials improve colour of reflective coatings
Inspired by the structure of insect eyes, scientists have developed new materials that could improve the colour and effectiveness of reflective coatings.
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Improving the dirt pickup resistance in water-borne coatings
Improving dirt pickup resistance especially in water-borne coatings is critical to future coating innovations. An article by Iranian researchers focuses on...
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What’s in store at the world’s largest coatings show?
The preview for the European Coatings Show in April 2017 has just been released.
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Kansai Paint will acquire 100% of shares in Helios Coatings Group
With the purchase of Helios Group, Japanese company Kansai Paint intends to increase presence across Europe.
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New sustainable routes for non-isocyanate polyurethanes
Sustainable routes for the synthesis of polyurethanes with industrial applications are discussed in a paper.
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EU resumes investigation into merger of Dow Chemical and DuPont
EU antitrust regulators have resumed their investigation into the $130 billion (EUR 122 billion) merger of U.S. chemicals giants Dow Chemical and DuPont after...
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Kansai Paints to acquire Saudi paint company
Kansai Paints is planning to expand into the emerging Saudi Arabian coatings market. It plans to acquire Saudi Industrial Paint Co, a supplier of protective ...
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BASF’s integrated paint process conserves resources during automotive production
According to a new study the BMW Group saves 12,000 tons of CO2 annually during automotive production at its Munich plant by eliminating one step from the paint...
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Epoxy-silane hybrid coating enhances corrosion protection on galvanised steel
In a study, Indian researchers designed epoxy-silane hybrid coatings to investigate their anti-corrosion performance and adhesion on galvanised steel.