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Sika expands global manufacturing footprint with new facilities in China, Brazil and Morocco
With strategic investments in Suzhou, Belo Horizonte and Agadir, Sika continues to implement its local-for-local strategy. The new facilities are designed to strengthen regional supply chains and support...
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Fluorinated compounds under scrutiny: PFAS – best left to toothpaste?
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been widely used in various industries since the 1940s due to their remarkable stability and resistance to water, oil and grease. However, in light of sustainability...
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Oxerra expands U.S. operations with new pigment warehouse in Georgia
With the construction of a new warehouse in Augusta, Georgia, Oxerra strengthens its U.S. distribution network and underlines its commitment to operational efficiency and sustainability.
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Confirmed: BASF explores strategic options for its coatings business
BASF is reviewing strategic options for its global Coatings business, including a potential sale or joint venture. The company is said to have confirmed this in a statement to PCI Magazine clarifying its...
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“Biocide-free will soon be the standard”: On the development of modern tinting pastes and new requirements in the colour market
The requirements for pigment pastes are changing: they need to be biocide-free while remaining colour-accurate, mould-resistant and application-safe. Guido Strauch, Head of Tinting Technology at Dörken,...
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ASEFAPI celebrates annual meeting in Oviedo
The Spanish Association of Paint and Printing Ink Manufacturers (ASEFAPI) held its annual meeting, this time in Oviedo, bringing together key players from the national and international coatings industry....
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Krahn Chemie expands pigment partnership with Vibrantz Technologies
Krahn Chemie will now distribute the full pigment portfolio of Vibrantz Technologies in both Germany and the Benelux region. The expanded partnership strengthens the companies’ presence in key European...
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Modified rice bran wax: A versatile additive
Seeking sustainable performance? Modified rice bran wax offers a bio-based alternative to conventional wax additives. With tunable properties and broad application potential, it enables formulators to...
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Trends in pre-treatment and electrodeposition coating for automotive bodies
A recent literature review highlights current technologies and innovation trends in the pre-treatment and cathodic electrodeposition (CED) of car bodies. The focus lies on environmental compatibility,...
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“True age of innovation is here”: current trends, regulatory hurdles and promising biocide alternatives
Regulatory hurdles, evolving demands for sustainable protection, and a wave of innovation – Rick Strittmatter, Chief Technology, Innovation and Sustainability Officer at Arxada, discusses the shifting...
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Non-destructive testing to extend the life of concrete structures
Germany’s Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) is developing innovative non-destructive testing methods to evaluate used concrete components for reuse in new buildings. The research...
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PCI honours powder coating pioneers
The Powder Coating Institute (PCI) has named its 2025 Hall of Fame inductees. With decades of combined experience, Kevin Biller, Champ Bowden and Nick Liberto are recognised for their significant contributions...
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Syensqo opens microbiology lab in Lyon
Syensqo’s newly inaugurated facility in France will significantly expand its capacity for biodegradability and (eco-)toxicology testing, supporting the accelerated development of environmentally friendly...
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Aditya Birla expands US footprint with acquisition of Cargill’s specialty chemicals plant
Indian conglomerate Aditya Birla Group has acquired a specialty chemicals production site from Cargill in Georgia, USA. The deal marks a significant step in the Group’s US growth strategy, with plans...