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Ferro and Simon & Werner extend distribution partnership in Germany
Effective of January 1, 2017, Ferro and Simon & Werner GmbH extended their current distribution partnership in Germany for pigments used in coatings, construction...
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New coatings for dental implants prevent potential bacterial infection
Researchers are developing coatings for dental implants to provide them with capabilities to ensure success when they are implanted.
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Covestro lifts force majeure on polyurethane raw materials
Covestro has lifted the force majeure on the polyurethane raw materials MDI and TDI in Europe that it declared on October 6, 2016.
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Degradable polyurethane-organic release system prevents marine biofouling
Controlled release of antifoulant is critical for marine antibiofouling. Researchers have prepared polyurethane with degradable polyester segments and used...
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BASF offers new raw materials at European Coatings Show
At the European Coatings Show 2017 (ECS), BASF will present new dispersions, resins, formulation additives, light stabilisers, antioxidants, pigments, hardeners, ...
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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...