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Synergistic catalytic effects of combined manganese-based driers on accelerating the drying process of tung oil
Researchers found that combining manganese-based desiccants with nitrogen and oxygen ligands significantly reduces the drying time of tung oil.
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What’s trending in the Coatings Industry: Top 10 most-clicked news of the last quarter
The coatings industry is constantly evolving, driven by technological innovations, market developments, and regulatory decisions. In the past quarter, various topics have captured the attention of our...
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Stahl opens new polyurethane dispersions facility in Singapore
Stahl, a provider of speciality coatings for flexible materials, has announced the opening of a new facility for the manufacturing of polyurethane dispersions (PUD) in Singapore.
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Antifouling efficiency of polymer coatings with SeNPs-loaded SiO2(rh)-PHMG composite as antimicrobial agent
Researchers found that the use of SeNPs-loaded SiO₂(rh)-PHMG composite in polymer coatings can increase resistance to fouling by two to five times.
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High-performance alternative to cobalt driers
A novel, cobalt-free drier featuring manganese neodecanoate and an amine ligand delivers faster drying times for alkyd coatings, reducing toxicity without compromising performance.
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EC Conference | Bio-based & Water-based Coatings 2025 is calling for submissions
The Call for Papers for the EC Conference on Bio-based & Water-based Coatings 2025, taking place from 06 - 07 May 2025 in Cologne, Germany, is now open. This conference is the premier event for scientists,...
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Henkel and LIKAT are researching new, bio-based and ‘debondable’ adhesives.
In the BIOVIN project, the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis (LIKAT) and Henkel produced new synthetic building blocks for innovative, bio-based adhesives that can be de-adhered on the basis of carbohydrates...
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Evonik wants to part with hundreds of employees during the restructuring
The specialty chemicals group wants to sell off peripheral areas with a turnover of 350 million euros. Evonik is focusing the Coating & Adhesive Resins and Health Care segments on its core business....
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Degradable branched and cross-linked polyesters from a bis(1,3-dioxolan-4-one) core
Researchers found that the introduction of a bio-based bis(1,3-dioxolan-4-one) core provides a straightforward method for synthesizing cross-linked and branched polyesters with diverse thermal properties....
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Sudarshan Chemical enters into a definitive agreement to acquire the Heubach Group
Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Heubach Group, based in Germany, in a combination of asset and share purchases.
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Fabrication of photocurable zwitterionic polymer coatings with enhanced antifouling and lubrication properties for urinary catheter applications
Researchers found that the newly developed hydrogel coating exhibits excellent antifouling properties.
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BASF boss speaks of challenging times
Meeting in times of announced job cuts: government and BASF agree that something must be done in terms of economic policy. Topics such as energy, bureaucracy and infrastructure are discussed.
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Waterborne polyurethane based on dual crosslinked structure with excellent mechanical properties, water and corrosion resistance
Researchers found that the introduction of KH-792 as a coupling agent significantly enhances the mechanical properties of the WPU coatings.
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Covestro is investing EUR 100 million in innovation centres worldwide
As part of a modernisation drive, Covestro is seeking to strengthen the infrastructure for developing sustainable future technologies in all regions. The focus is on digitalisation and pioneering technologies...