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Membrane reactor enables climate-neutral lime production
Researchers at Fraunhofer IKTS have developed a membrane reactor that enables climate-neutral lime production. The technology captures process-related CO2 emissions and converts them into methane, hydrogen...
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Kansai Helios restructures architectural coatings operations in Adriatic region
The coatings manufacturer has revealed plans to restructure its architectural coatings operations across the Adriatic region. The initiative is part of the company’s broader transformation programme,...
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Polyphenol hydrogels: multifunctional coatings for smart homes
A review highlights how plant polyphenol-functionalised hydrogel coatings can meet the multifunctional demands of smart home applications. Combining self-healing, environmental responsiveness and antimicrobial...
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Dörken Coatings and J.W. Ostendorf enter into partnership
Dörken Coatings, known among other things for its architectural paints, is undergoing a strategic transformation. With the aim of further developing its own expertise and entering the market with new...
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Durable MOF-based antimicrobial sealant combats microbial contamination in buildings
Researchers have developed an innovative elastomeric sealant featuring ZIF-8 composites that deliver long-term antimicrobial protection. The material achieves superior antifungal resistance and outperforms...
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Dual-mode superhydrophobic material enables year-round radiative cooling and solar heating
Innovative dual-mode material integrates radiative cooling and solar heating capabilities, offering self-cleaning surfaces and up to 25 % energy savings for efficient thermal management.
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10 – 11 March 2026 | Berlin, GermanyEmerging Trends in Architectural Coatings
The architectural coatings industry stands at the core of the sustainable transformation of the built environment. Once limited to purely aesthetic and protective roles, coatings are now engineered as...
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Architectural coatings: A market in transformation
The architectural coatings industry, which includes paints, primers, sealers, stains, and varnishes for both interior and exterior applications, continues to be a dominant force within the global paints...
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Sustainability and regulatory pressure drive innovation in architectural coatings
Sebastian Quapp, Head of R&D at Maleco Farbwerk, spoke with our European Coatings editor Bettina Hoffmann about the significant shifts currently impacting the architectural coatings segment. The industry...
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Architectural coatings: Need for increased durability
Ravi Ravichandran, chief scientist and co-founder of Amindon shares his perspective on the architectural coatings segment. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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Expert insights from Wacker: Dr Christine Wagner and Lenine De Sousa Gomes on architectural coatings trends
Dr. Christine Wagner, Head of Regional Marketing EMEA at Wacker Polymers, and Lenine De Sousa Gomes, Silicone Construction Chemicals & Coatings EMEA at Wacker Silicones, spoke with European Coatings...
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Architectural coatings: “Need for increased durability”
Ravi Ravichandran, chief scientist and co-founder of Amindon shares his perspective on the architectural coatings segment. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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Virus activity on architectural coatings
Researchers have taken a close look on the effects of ambient temperature and humidity on viruses activity on different architectural coatings.