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Architectural coatings: A market in transformation
The architectural coatings industry, which includes paints, primers, sealers, stains, and varnishes for both interior and exterior applications, continues to be a dominant force within the global paints...
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Copper instead of antibiotics? New nano-coating protects implants from infections
A British research team has developed a nano-coating made of copper oxide for medical implants that has an antibacterial effect – even against multi-resistant germs. This brings an effective alternative...
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Akzo Nobel and Signify: Working together for more durable outdoor lighting
Akzo Nobel and the lighting technology specialist Signify are continuing their collaboration: Akzo Nobel will continue to supply durable powder coatings from the Interpon F series for Philips-brand LED...
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Kirigami tape: high adhesion and residue-free removal thanks to Japanese paper cutting art
Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a novel adhesive tape inspired by the traditional Japanese paper-folding art of kirigami. The result: significantly higher adhesive strength in one direction...
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New route for bio-based acrylates: no hydrogen, no risk
A research team has developed an environmentally friendly process for producing acrylic acid and its esters from glyceric acid – without the use of hydrogen gas. The method uses a rhenium-based catalyst...
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Interview: „More efficient, durable and sustainable“ – Functional coatings contribute to a more sustainable future
How can modern coatings make buildings more energy-efficient, protect materials, and support environmental goals? Dr Diana Alves from the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory explains how functionality...
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New EuPIA chairman appointed: Nicolas Wiedmann, Siegwerk Druckfarben
Nicolas Wiedmann, CEO of Siegwerk Druckfarben, has been elected as the new chairman of the European Printing Ink Association (EuPIA). In his new role, he aims to further strengthen the industry’s...
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Evonik develops a new debonding-on-demand technology for sustainable adhesive solutions
Evonik is introducing an adhesive concept that can be peeled off substrates on demand, making recycling and repairs easier. The new technology uses cleavable covalent bonds and should integrate seamlessly...
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Lehvoss Group and Dorf Ketal expand distribution partnership
The Lehvoss Group and Dorf Ketal Chemicals are expanding their long-standing cooperation to new European markets. With immediate effect, customers in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg can...
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Bio-based networks with shape memory and recyclability
A Chinese research team has developed a novel bio-based polymer system that is not only fully recyclable but also has an adjustable shape memory. The dithioacetal-based networks can be reused multiple...
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Covestro launches automated laboratory to accelerate the development of coating and adhesive formulations
Covestro plans to launch a fully automated laboratory for the development of coating and adhesive formulations in 2025. The new facility will run around the clock and enable tens of thousands of tests...
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Vegetable oils as a source of raw materials for bio-based acrylamide polymers Copy
A British research team has developed a method for directly producing functional acrylamide monomers from vegetable oils and successfully processing them using RAFT polymerisation. The sustainable synthesis...
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Fluorescent polymer brushes for intelligent surface functions
A new approach for the production of fluorescent polymer brushes on ITO substrates could accelerate the development of intelligent coating systems for sensor technology, light management and stimuli-responsive...
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Orion strengthens its presence in South America: Reciend will be its new distributor in Peru
The specialty chemicals manufacturer Orion has appointed the Reciend Group as its new distributor for its specialty carbon black products in Peru. The long-standing cooperation in Colombia will form the...