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Bio-based coating wall paint neutralizes formaldehyde in indoor air

While the demand for bio-based coatings is growing, many customers is still reluctant to choose bio-based formulations due to cost. One approach is to offer an ...

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Influence of inorganic binder on the photocatalytic oxidation of acrylic latex

Paints and coatings have been considered as effective materials to overcome the air impurities in mega cities. In a research the influence of inorganic binder ...

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Akzo Nobel expands colloidal silica capacity in Sweden

AkzoNobel's Specialty Chemicals business is investing more than EUR4 million to increase production capacity for its line of surface modified colloidal silica in...

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Akzo Nobel acquires V.Powdertech business

Akzo Nobel has acquired the business of V.Powdertech Co., Ltd., a Thai manufacturer of powder coatings, supplying a range of products for domestic appliances, ...

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Photocatalytic self-cleaning coatings for painted surface without interlayer

Researchers have demonstrated that double layer coatings composed of a TiO2 clear top coat and a latex film are crucial for the fabrication of robust fotocatalytic...

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Improving the thermal properties of pigmented acrylic resin

Iranian researchers have investigated whether silica airogel improves the thermal properties of pigmented acrylic resin.

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Akzo Nobel launches sustainable paint factory in the UK

Akzo Nobel has officially opened its sustainable paint plant in Ashington, UK. The hi-tech facility - which cost more than EUR100 million to build - represents the ...

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Architectural Coatings: ”Standing out from the crowd“

The European market is not homogeneous, which is not just due to the different climates, but also because of tradition and experience, says Dr Ulrich Nauber of Dow ...

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Improving the thermal properties of pigmented acrylic resins

In a study, the effect of silica aerogel as thermal barrier additive for two different types of acrylic resins was investigated.

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Hoover Color and Ecoat announces project for more environmentalism

Hoover Color, a division of Cathay Industries, and Ecoat, French developer of bio-based chemistry for the coatings industry, have started a collaborative project ...

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Influence of titanium dioxide on the thermal insulation of fire protective paints

Titanium-dioxide is an inevitable ingredient that influences the properties and performance of intumescent paints. The aim of a study was to investigate the...

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Tikkurila plans to build new factory in Russia

Tikkurila has signed a Letter of Intent to buy a seven hectare industrial site in Russia. The aim is to start the construction work of a greenfield factory in 2018. ...

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Akzo Nobel opens new Performance Coatings facility in Thailand

Responding to current and expected production needs for Thailand and South East Asia region, Akzo Nobel has opened a new Performance Coatings production facility ...

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Changes in Tikkurila Management Board

Tikkurila has reorganised its Management Board. The purpose of the operations is to improve the company's cost competitiveness by clarifying decision-making and ...