News
News Coatings Technologies
Click-synthesised phosphorus-triazole FRs for flame-retardant epoxy coatings
A new study introduces flame-retardant additives based on phosphorus and triazole compounds, synthesised via metal-free click chemistry. The additives offer enhanced flame resistance and improved char...
News Coatings Technologies
Neutralised Nafion enhances corrosion resistance in epoxy coatings
A research team from Malaysia and Spain has investigated the corrosion protection performance of epoxy coatings containing protonated and sodiated Nafion. The study reveals that the neutralised, sodium-based...
News News
New strategy for crosslinking acrylic polymers without conventional crosslinkers
A South Korean research team has shown that monofunctional acrylates can also be crosslinked without the addition of conventional crosslinkers - through the targeted activation of C-H bonds. The results...
News Markets & Companies
Münzing expands US operations with new production facility in South Carolina
With the opening of its expanded production headquarters in Clover, South Carolina, Münzing is strengthening its North American presence. The new site increases capacity for both food-grade and industrial...
News Markets & Companies
BASF reportedly considers sale of its Coatings division
According to Bloomberg and Der Aktionär, BASF has initiated a sale process for its Coatings business. The unit could be valued at around EUR 6 billion, with several bidders already showing interest....
News Markets & Companies
Büfa reports stable results – chemicals division grows despite challenging conditions
In a difficult economic environment, the Büfa Group closed the 2024 financial year with solid results. The chemicals division recorded significant volume growth, offsetting declines in other areas of...
News Raw Materials
New bio-based polyethers open up potential for temperature-controlled drug release
A German-Austrian research team has developed new amphiphilic copolymers based on biobased oleyl glycidyl ether (OlGE). The materials exhibit interesting thermal properties and could be used in future...
News Markets & Companies
Bostik expands polyester production capacity in the US
With an investment of EUR 25 million in its Middleton facility, Bostik is enhancing production of high-molecular-weight polyesters – a key technology within its hot melt portfolio. The upgrade supports...
News Markets & Companies
H.B. Fuller opens new adhesives and sealants facility in the UAE
US-based adhesives manufacturer H.B. Fuller has inaugurated a new production site in the United Arab Emirates. The facility in the Al Hamra Industrial Zone is set to serve regional demand for adhesives...
News Markets & Companies
Ystral expands pilot plant capacity at its headquarters in southern Germany
Machinery and plant manufacturer Ystral is investing around EUR 1.8 million in a new pilot facility in Ballrechten-Dottingen. The new building will increase testing capacity and provide additional analytical...
News Coatings Technologies
Amphiphilic acrylate copolymers with zwitterions show excellent anti-fouling effect
A new amphiphilic coating system with zwitterions achieves outstanding anti-fouling properties - both in the laboratory and after several months of use in seawater.
News Markets & Companies News
Pacific Coatings Show 2025: Call for papers open until June 23
Pacific Coatings Show brings together the paints and coatings industry. After a successful debut, the event will take place for the second time in 2025. Experts can now submit their contributions for the...
News Markets & Companies
Huntsman to close maleic anhydride plant in Moers
US-based chemical company Huntsman will shut down its maleic anhydride production site in Moers, Germany, following continued losses in Europe. Future supply will be handled via its US facilities.
News Coatings Technologies
Hydrophobic protective layer improves mechanical strength of hemp textiles and paper
A silicone-containing, water-based polyurethane coating significantly improves the water resistance and mechanical stability of hemp fabric and paper - and opens up new application possibilities for cellulose...