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Towards a circular economy
The European Commission adopted an ambitious Circular Economy Package in 2015 to boost global competitiveness, create jobs and generate sustainable growth. The adhesive and sealant industry continues to...
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June issue: Additive in the focus
The June issue of European Coatings Journal is out and features a full package on additives: a market report, a product overview and expert interviews. The magazine is also available in European Coatings...
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BASF doubles production capacity for adhesive raw material
BASF has doubled its manufacturing capacity for UV acrylic hotmelts by building a second production facility at the Ludwigshafen site in Germany.
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Five facts about the Finnish coatings market
Finland is a small country with only a dozen paints and coatings manufacturers. Nevertheless, it has a very advanced market. We selected five interesting fact about the Finnish coatings market.
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Axalta is planning to build a new facility in the Netherlands
Axalta has signed an agreement to develop a new, state-of-the-art facility in the Netherlands for its Dutch refinish business.
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Nouryon completes expandable microspheres expansion in Sweden
Nouryon has completed a EUR 20 million project at Sundsvall, Sweden that significantly raises production capacity for its expandable microspheres.
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Devine Chemicals expands portfolio by launching first range of pigments
Devine Chemicals, a UK-based speciality chemicals distributor and manufacturer, has launched its first range of pigments.
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What labels mean for architectural coatings
Labels like Blue Angel, Ecolabel, or the Nordic Swan are especially important for the architectural coatings industry. We spoke with experts from the Polish paint manufacturer Sniezka and raw material...
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Henkel opens new European hub for aerospace solutions
The Adhesive Technologies business unit has officially inaugurated its new production facility for aerospace applications at the Henkel site in Montornès del Vallès (Spain).
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Neschen continues to grow with the acquisition of Netra AG
Neschen Coating GmbH takes over the Swiss Netra AG. The company is integrated into the distribution network of the Filmolux subsidiaries of Neschen.
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SurTec inaugurates new production site in Vietnam
SurTec inaugurated a new production site in Vietnam. The site in Ho Chi Minh City, which has been part of the SurTec Group since 2009, now has a state-of-the-art production facility.
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DSM wants to eliminate NMP from its product portfolio
Royal DSM announced that it will phase out NMP from its resins product portfolio. In this way, DSM aims to strengthen its leadership in sustainable and innovative resins.
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Proper handling of hazardous substances
What are the obligations of company management when employees handle hazardous substances? Where can practical information be obtained quickly? How can possible hazards for employees be correctly assessed...