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Faster recovery: New approach improves pressure-sensitive adhesives
Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) are essential in the electronics, automotive and medical technology industries. A recent study shows how polyurethane diacrylate (PUDA) as a crosslinker significantly...
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European Coatings Show 2025: Be the first to see what’s new
Which technologies and materials are shaping the future of the coatings industry? The European Coatings Show 2025 offers an exclusive preview of groundbreaking innovations that will be showcased in Nuremberg....
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Strategic partnership agreement between Kayalar Kimya and Mirka
Kayalar Kimya is further strengthening its position in the sector through a strategic partnership with Mirka, a global leader in surface finishing technology.
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PPG promotes science education
PPG has successfully supported the Beta Tournament, a national STEM competition in the Netherlands for vocational students. The event aims to introduce young people to chemistry and life sciences through...
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BASF to sell Brazilian decorative paints business to Sherwin-Williams
BASF is selling its Brazilian decorative paints business to Sherwin-Williams for USD 1.15 billion (approximately EUR 1.07 billion). The transaction includes production facilities, brands and around 1,000...
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Sustainable nanoparticles improve scratch resistance of water-based acrylate coatings
Water-based coating systems are becoming increasingly important. A new study investigates the environmentally friendly modification of nanoalumina (Al2O3) to improve the scratch resistance of polyacrylate...
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A big step towards a smaller footprint
Raw material suppliers can play an important role in the development of “green” coating formulations by providing low-emission materials. Chemical company LANXESS is demonstrating how this can be achieved...
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Axalta expands its European direct sales network with acquisitions
Axalta has acquired three specialist distributors in Europe, integrating them into its Axalta Axcess direct sales and distribution network. This move strengthens its presence and enhances service accessibility...
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Judiciously designed dual cross-linked networks
The dual cross-linked network gives high transparency, robustness and flexibility in liquid-repellent coatings. These fluorine-free coatings were prepared by the entanglement of unique functional dual...
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Paints, inks and printing inks in the red zone in Germany
Architectural paints and industrial coatings were particularly under pressure in Germany. According to the Dr Harald Borgholte, president of the German Paint and Printing Ink Industry Association (VdL),...
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Covestro appoints new head of European production sites
Dr. Yun Chen has assumed the role of Head of Covestro’s European production sites as of February 1, 2025, succeeding Dr. Daniel Koch.
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Self-healing coating enhanced by attapulgite (ATP) functionalised MXene with inhibitor integration
Improved self-healing combined with improved mechanical and adhesives properties have been achieved by grafting ATP nanorods on NH2-Ti3C2Tx nanosheets. The combination of two types of inhibitors promotes...
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Flame-retardant coatings for wooden structures
This review focusses on different options for the important flame retardancy of wood – one of the common construction materials. It also discusses the options of biomass-derived materials as eco-friendly...
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Sika acquires green roof provider in Singapore
With this acquisition, Sika is gaining a new platform for growth in the Asia/Pacific region.