Automotive coatings
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BASF opens new laboratory building
BASF opened a new laboratory building for the development of automotive refinish coatings and innovations beyond paint at its site in Münster, Germany.
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Interview “Pigments could act as sustainable power sources
We have talked to Özlem Ünlü Isık, R&D Lab Manager – Automotive Coatings at Kansai Altan, about current trends of the pigment market and the functionalities of pigments regarding automotive coatings....
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Enhanced scratch resistance in automotive clear coatings
Researchers have described an enhanced wear resistance in automotive clear coatings by modifying a crosslinked polyurethane network with branched flexible oligomers.
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Axalta’s Automotive Colour of the Year 2022: “Royal Magenta
Axalta Coating Systems has announced its 2022 automotive colour of the year - "Royal Magenta" - which is a deep cherry colour.
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PPG expands automotive OEM coatings production in Germany
PPG has announced that it will invest more than USD 10 million (EUR 9 million) to expand production of automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings at its site in Weingarten, Germany.
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BASF Color Report 2021″: Changing popularity of automotive colours
According to BASF, vehicle production declined overall, which led to shifts in the popularity of certain colour shades: Blue and red are currently enjoying particular popularity.
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Different colour at the touch of a button
BMW has presented an electric model at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas that can change its colour.
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PPG launches expanded automotive OEM clearcoat production
PPG has announced the start-up of an expanded automotive OEM clearcoat production at its facility in Erlenbach, Germany.
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Scratch-healable automotive clearcoats
A new paper reports a novel scratch-resistant and healable automotive clearcoat that can not only protect the substrate surface but also facilitate scratch repair.
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High solid waterborne automotive base coat
As a new paper reveals, an excellent metallic effect can be realised with high solid aqueous automotive base coats.
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PPG appoints Vincent Robin as Vice President, Global Automotive Coatings
PPG has announced the appointment of Vincent Robin to vice president, global automotive coatings, effective November 1.
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Interview: “We are always open to acquisitions.
Mipa provides a complete range of products for finishing wood surfaces as well as business units that manufacture industrial and automotive coatings. Headquartered in Essenbach, Germany, the company generates...
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Axalta opens new refinish facility in the Netherlands
Axalta has officially opened its new facility in the Netherlands with the intention to further strengthen its Dutch refinish business.
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Abrafati Show set for June 2022
A new date has been set for the 17th edition of the Abrafati Show combining the International Coatings Congress and the International Exhibition of Coatings Industry Suppliers.