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PIC acquires 25% stake in Wanhua Chemical Yantai Petrochemical
With an investment of around EUR 597 million, Kuwait's Petrochemical Industries Company (PIC) is acquiring a stake in Wanhua Chemical (Yantai) Petrochemical. The investment is intended to further deepen...
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Virucidal PU hybrid coating: Long-term protection against coronaviruses thanks to calcium hydroxide
A Canadian research team has developed a novel polyurethane-calcium hydroxide coating that exhibits high antiviral efficacy against human coronaviruses – with proven long-term effectiveness lasting over...
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Canadian Coatings Association has found a new President and CEO
Dave Carey replaces Gary LeRoux who has decided to retire.
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Electron beam-induced cationic curing: New impetus for sustainable epoxy coatings
A European research team has investigated how epoxy resin systems with cationic curing can be cross-linked quickly and energy-efficiently using electron beams – without thermal post-treatment. The results...
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Epoxy coatings with memory: light-induced colour change and self-healing thanks to azobenzene
A research team has developed an intelligent epoxy coating that reacts to UV light: it reversibly changes colour, displays temporary images and heals itself. This is made possible by azobenzene and fluorinated...
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Liquid-repellent and self-healing: New epoxy resin coating with high mechanical stability
Chinese researchers have developed a novel, liquid-like epoxy resin coating with outstanding non-stick, self-healing and recycling properties. This is made possible by the use of dynamic disulphide bonds...
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Between green goals and market demands: Decorative coatings in a balancing act
Demand for sustainable products continues to grow — but decorative coatings must also be durable, affordable, and easy to apply. Striking the right balance is one of the greatest challenges facing the...
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Smart corrosion protection: New epoxy coating with self-healing carbon nanotube-based nanocarriers
Zinc- and sodium gluconate-modified carbon nanotubes enhance the barrier performance and provide effective self-healing properties for a new epoxy coating.
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Two-dimensional nanocontainers enhance long-term corrosion protection of water-borne epoxy coatings
Integrating mesoporous polypyrrole-coated g-C₃N₄ nanosheets into water-borne epoxy resins significantly extends and improves corrosion protection.
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Bio-based polyurethanes: Enhanced corrosion protection and luminescence through fluorescent azine segments
A new bio-based polyurethane system derived from castor oil combines effective corrosion protection with strong luminescence, opening new opportunities for functional coatings.
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Brenntag Essentials reorganises operations in Germany
Brenntag Essentials, a subsidiary of Brenntag, has introduced three regional entities in Germany, each with its own operational leadership. The aim is to decentralise the company’s structure.
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New ceramic fire protection for wood: Organic-inorganic hybrid coating developed
A novel organic-inorganic intumescent coating offers effective fire protection for wood surfaces and significantly reduces smoke production.
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Perstorp and BRB open innovation hub in Shanghai
Perstorp and BRB, subsidiaries of Petronas Chemicals Group, have inaugurated a new laboratory in Shanghai. The centre aims to strengthen innovation capabilities in the region, particularly for applications...
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New process for breathable, antibacterial polyurethane-based synthetic leather
A research team has developed a novel multifunctional synthetic leather that offers breathability, moisture management, antibacterial activity, UV and weather resistance – without compromising mechanical...