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Insights from David Dominguez, Briolf: The future of water-based coatings
David Dominguerz spoke with our European Coatings editor, Bettina Hoffmann, about the future developments and regulatory challenges in water-based coatings until 2030.
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Diffusion kinetics of molecular probe in thin polyvinyl alcohol-based films
Researchers found that the diffusion of a molecular sample substance such as rhodamine B in polyvinyl alcohol films is significantly influenced by the type of plasticisers and surfactants added, with steric...
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Krahn Chemie and Mitsubishi Chemical sign distribution agreement
Krahn Chemie Benelux, distributor of speciality chemicals, is launching a new collaboration with Mitsubishi Chemical Europe (MCE) to expand its portfolio. As part of the agreement, Krahn Chemie Benelux...
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BASF Q2 2024: Stability despite challenges
In the second quarter of 2024, the BASF Group reported sales of €16.1 billion, representing a decline of €1.2 billion compared to the same period last year. This decrease in sales is primarily attributed...
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Cottonseed oil as renewable source for the development of highly functional UV-curable materials
Researchers found that the use of cottonseed oil to produce bio-based UV-curable polymer resins offers a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based materials and provides increased flexibility of the resulting...
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Dr. Jörg Krames as new President and CEO for Byk-Gardner appointed
The globally active measuring instrument manufacturer Byk-Gardner, headquartered in Geretsried, Upper Bavaria, has a new Managing Director: Dr Jörg Krames.
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Merck signs agreement to sell surface solutions business unit to GNMI
Merck, a science and technology company, has signed an agreement to sell its global Surface Solutions business unit to Global New Material International Holdings for € 665 million in cash. Merck intends...
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Alisha Bellezza (PPG): “The automotive industry is undergoing an enormous change”
PPG Industries has announced plans to build a new production facility for automotive coatings in North America. The coatings manufacturer is investing USD 300 million in the project. Alisha Bellezza, Senior...
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A flexible and transparent superhydrophobic coating on cotton fabrics with high mechanical and chemical stability for underwater insulation
Researchers have developed a coating that provides cotton fabrics with stretchable, transparent superhydrophobic properties, enhancing both mechanical and chemical stability for underwater insulation applications....
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Boosting flowability and curing reaction of ultra-fine powder coatings using facile-fabrication Al2O3/C4H6N2 nanocomposit
Researchers found that incorporating a nanocomposite significantly enhances the flowability and curing reaction of ultra-fine powder coatings, reducing curing temperatures and improving coating quality....
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Evonik materially lifts outlook for 2024
In a challenging environment, Evonik has reported preliminary key figures for the second quarter, exceeding analysts' expectations and raising its outlook for the fiscal year 2024.
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Top 3 Countries with the most companies in the Top 25 of the paint and coatings industry
In the current ranking of the Top 25 companies in the paint and coatings industry by revenue, three countries stand out: Germany, the Netherlands, and Denmark. These countries have the most companies in...
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Encapsulation of ZnO nanoparticles in POSS for robust anti-photofading coatings on dyed fabrics
Researchers found that ZnO@POSS nanoparticles create robust anti-photofading coatings on dyed polyester fabrics.