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Functional coatings: Versatile and efficient method to fabricate durable superhydrophobic surfaces
A versatile and highly efficient method was developed to fabricate durable, superhydrophobic surfaces on various substrates, including wood, lignocellulosic ...
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Functional coatings: Novel anti-reflective coatings using nanocomposites and self-assembly of nanoparticles
Researchers describe novel optical coatings which require either thermal or photocuring to render them mechanically robust and abrasion resistant.
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Lamberti Group acquires Supercolori
The Lamberti Group has acquired the Italian coatings additives producer Supercolori SpA.
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BASF intends to acquire Henkel’s Western European building material business
BASF and Henkel have signed an agreement under which BASF intends to acquire Henkel’s professional Western European flooring, tiling and waterproofing business in ...
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Closing completed: Allnex and Nuplex are now officially combined
Allnex announced that Nuplex Industries and Allnex have now been brought together to form one company. The group, present on four continents and serving customers ...
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New coating to revolutionise water proofing
Scientists have developed a new protective coating that could eventually be used to waterproof mobile phones, prevent ice from forming on aeroplanes or protect boat ...
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Ceresana analyses global market for titanium dioxide
Ceresana analysed the global market for titanium dioxide along the value-added chain for the second time: from the feedstock ilmenite, leucoxene, and rutile...
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Making metal surfaces strong, resistant, and multifunctional
Through a novel process, metals can permanently be joined with nearly all other materials, become water-repellent, or improve their biocompatibility. The pre-treatment...
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Superhydrophobic surfaces with antireflection properties for solar applications
In a review, recent developments in antireflective, transparent, and superhydrophobic surfaces for solar applications are highlighted.
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BASF divests global photoinitiator business to IGM Resins
BASF has sold its global photoinitiator business to IGM Resins B.V., Netherlands, a global producer and supplier of radiation-curable material.