Boron Nitride powders
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Safic-Alcan extends distribution agreement with Momentive Quartz Technologies

Safic-Alcan has reached a pan-European distribution agreement with Momentive Quartz Technologies for its Boron Nitride range.

Jörg Hinnerwisch Byk Chemie
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“Uncertainties concerning marketability may partially challenge and slow down developments of nano-based additives

Additives play a key role in every coating. We interviewed Jörg Hinnerwisch, Head of Research & Development at Byk Chemie about the latest trends for the additive sector and the role of nanomaterials....

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Stahl participates in research on biobased polymers

Stahl will be one of the partners in a Research and Innovation Action aiming to replace conventional polymers with novel bio-based polymers for their application in coatings, textiles, home care uses and...

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Aerospace Coatings Market to reach EUR 1.06 billion by 2026

According to Global Market Insights, the aerospace coatings market is expected to exceed EUR 1.06 billion by 2026.

Radiation coating lamp
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Radiation curing: Turning it on

Even though cost issues are currently limiting the radiation curing segment, experts say the move towards environmentally-friendly ink & coating systems will drive further market growth. As our market...

Norbert Schröter
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Norbert Schröter elected European Concrete Platform President

Norbert Schröter, Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Bauchemie, was elected as the new European Concrete Platform (ECP) President on June 22, 2020.

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FEICA publishes Summary Report of the FEICA risk assessment of cyclic esters in polyester adhesives

FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, has published a Summary Report of a FEICA risk assessment carried out on cyclic esters potentially present in polyester adhesives intended...

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Austrian paint industry affected by Corona

With the shutdown in the wake of the Corona crisis, the results of the Austrian paint and coatings industry collapsed massively at all levels.

Exploring the regulatory processes and laboratory performance testing methods within the ISO 12944 standards. Image source: Anton Gepolov - stock.adobe.com
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Understanding ISO 12944

Unprotected steel is susceptible to damage as a result of corrosion. In order to achieve an adequate level of protection, it is vital that industry professionals have accurate, up-to-date and technical...

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Chem Research: Significant drop in European paint and coating production in April 2020

According to the B2B market research and consulting institute Chem Research, production in the paint and coatings industry suffered a severe slump in April.

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Euro Minerals opens new facility for precipitated calcium carbonate

New plant for precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) in Bad Ischl / Austria is scheduled to start operations in early 2021.

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A shift from DIY to contractor applied

The market is moving toward more premium systems due to the forecasted shift from DIY to contactor-applied, says Tim Kittler, from Allnex in our interview on architectural coatings.

Graphen.
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First Graphene re-opens UK laboratories

First Graphene Limited has advised the re-opening of its laboratories at the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC), Manchester.

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Biesterfeld and Evonik expand their cooperation in Eastern Europe

Biesterfeld is expanding its long-term partnership with Evonik in the field of paints and varnishes.