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The status quo in digitalisation: “The coatings industry needs to become more connected”
While parts of the coatings industry are making progress in digitalisation, many key areas remain untouched. Bojan Buinac, CEO of Bens Consulting, explains why better connectivity is essential, how labs...
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Bio-based powder coatings on the advance: an overview of new binder systems
A recent review shows that powder coatings made from renewable raw materials are becoming increasingly relevant. New bio-based binders such as polyester, polyamide or limonene resins enable sustainable...
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Hydrophobic paper coating with silicone oil-laden nano-silica as a sustainable packaging solution
Using a novel hybrid formulation of hydrophobic nanosilica and PMMA, an Indian research team has succeeded in transforming paper waste into highly effective, water-repellent packaging materials – fully...
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Strategic Value Partners and Blantyre Capital acquire OQ Chemicals
The acquisition marks a new phase for the company: OQ Chemicals will reinstate its name to Oxea.
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Handing over the Brush: BASF sells Brazilian paints business to Sherwin Williams
BASF and Sherwin-Williams have signed an agreement for the sale of BASF’s Brazilian decorative paints business, which is part of the company’s coatings division.
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Akzo Nobel and IPG Photonics partner on innovative laser curing technology
Akzo Nobel and IPG Photonics have entered into a partnership for the EMEA region. The goal is to jointly develop a laser-based curing process for powder coatings – with advantages in energy efficiency,...
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IntAIRCOAT 2025: Final agenda published
The core topics of this year's leading conference on aerospace coatings are automation, testing methods, new coating systems, material developments and durability - all with a view to efficiency, sustainability...
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Hyperbranched polyester polyols improve PU coatings in corrosion tests
A new synthesis process for hyperbranched polyester polyols based on neopentyl glycol is showing promising results for use in polyurethane coatings with increased chemical and corrosion resistance.
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UV-curing epoxy coating with inhibitor nanoparticles improves corrosion protection
A Vietnamese research team shows: Despite reduced degrees of curing, cerbeladene SiO₂ nanoparticles in cationically UV-cured epoxy resins significantly improve the mechanical strength and corrosion protection...
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Silanes and fluor monomers improve the performance of bio-based hybrid latices
A recent study examined how monomers containing fluorine and silane affect the properties of water-based hybrid dispersions made from alkyd and styrene acrylate. The focus was on hydrophobic, sustainable...
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Interview: “Formulators are not yet using many bio-based products”
Many formulators are still hesitant to use bio-based raw materials – despite their often impressive performance. In this interview, Markus Dimmers, Senior Vice President Technical Marketing at Alberdingk...
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In memory of Ivano Zucchiatti: Founder of Italian tape manufacturer Sicad has passed away
Ivano Zucchiatti, founder and long-standing managing director of the Italian adhesive tape manufacturer Sicad, has died at the age of 84. With strategic foresight and a focus on technical development,...
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Hubergroup enters next growth phase under new ownership
With new owners Mavco Investments and Avenue Capital Group, Hubergroup is set to accelerate its strategic transformation. The company aims to strengthen its global market presence through innovation, operational...
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From scrap to strength: Rubber waste as epoxy resin precursor
A new chemical recycling method developed at the University of North Carolina offers a sustainable alternative for rubber waste. By transforming discarded tyres into epoxy resin precursors, the process...