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Polyurethanes: An essential component of the coatings market
The global polyurethane (PU) coatings market size was estimated at USD 20.53 billion (EUR 18.03 bn) in 2024, according to Grand View Research and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2025 to 2030....
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Nano-thermal analysis reveals solvent retention in epoxy–amine coatings
Using nano-thermal analysis (NanoTA), researchers in the UK have identified local solvent residues in epoxy–amine coatings. The findings offer new insights into interfacial behaviour and the impact of...
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BASF to sell Coatings business to Carlyle in EUR 7.7 billion deal
BASF has agreed to sell its automotive OEM coatings, refinish coatings, and surface treatment businesses to Carlyle and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) for EUR 7.7 billion. The closing is expected...
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Bio-based phloretin enables robust, self-healing and UV-resistant waterborne polyurethanes
A novel bio-based crosslinker enhances waterborne polyurethane coatings, providing strong mechanical properties, efficient self-healing, UV protection and corrosion resistance, particularly beneficial...
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Chem Quest appoints three new directors to strengthen expertise in specialty chemicals
Global consulting firm Chem Quest has added three new directors – Bernardo Montes, Ph.D., Steven Roth, Ph.D., and Richard Karpowicz, Ph.D. – expanding its leadership team and expertise in strategy,...
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Luminescent UV-cured polyurethane acrylates boost silicon solar cell efficiency
A novel UV-cured coating converts ultraviolet light into visible light, increasing the power conversion efficiency of silicon-based solar cells.
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Henkel increases transparency with Environmental Product Declarations for construction adhesives
Henkel Adhesive Technologies expands the number of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) across its construction adhesives portfolio, supporting sustainable building and future EU regulatory requirements....
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Kyocera partners with Swiss iPrint Institute to advance inkjet technology for new industrial applications
From October 2025, Kyocera will collaborate with the Swiss iPrint Institute to expand the potential of inkjet technology. The partnership targets new applications such as 3D printing, coatings and printed...
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BASF expands dispersion production for architectural coatings and construction in Dilovası
BASF has started up a new production line for dispersions at its Dilovası site in Türkiye. The expansion increases capacity for architectural coatings and construction materials, strengthens regional...
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Interview: “Inflation and exchange rates are key to understanding polymer import prices”
Global disruptions such as the Covid-19 pandemic and energy price volatility have profoundly influenced the import pricing of acrylic and styrene polymers in emerging markets. Dr. Chifaa Kardous, Export...
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ATP launches North American operations with new solvent-free adhesive tape plant in South Carolina
Swiss adhesive manufacturer ATP Adhesives has launched ATP North America and will invest USD 70 million in its first solvent-free tape manufacturing facility in Columbia, South Carolina. The 127,000-square-foot...
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Optimised FPU/WPU coating combines superhydrophobicity with mechanical durability
Researchers have developed a superhydrophobic coating by integrating fluorinated polyurethane (FPU) with water-based polyurethane (WPU), achieving excellent abrasion stability and enhanced corrosion protection....
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German adhesive industry 2024: global stabilisation while domestic market remains under pressure
According to the Industrieverband Klebstoffe (IVK), Germany’s adhesive industry saw stabilising international sales in 2024 but continued domestic weakness due to declining turnover, geopolitical uncertainty...
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Double crosslinking enhances UV-cured water-based decontamination coatings for nuclear applications
A new coating concept combines two crosslinking mechanisms to improve the mechanical stability and peelability of UV-cured water-based decontamination coatings, enabling efficient and residue-free removal...