Bio-based coatings
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New biodegradable film produced from cocoa shell nanofibrils
A new study aims at the future application of cocoa shell nanofibers in the production of edible films, coatings, and packaging materials. It recommends their application in cocoa and chocolate products...
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Recyclable catalyst in the production of dehydrated castor oil
Researchers have evaluated KHSO4 as a recyclable catalyst in the production of dehydrated castor oil to be applied in alkyd resins – and found that it can be re-used with a low decrease in activity....
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Capsaicin derivatives as antifouling adjuvants
Researchers have assesed the performance of capsaicin derivatives containing amide groups used as active substances for environmental-friendly antifouling coatings.
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UV-curable coating prepared from castor oil
A new study portraits the one-pot and solvent-free synthesis of castor oil-based polyurethane acrylate oligomers for UV-curable coatings applications – an environmantally friendly alternative to petrochemical...
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Algae extracts for the formulation of environmentally friendly antifouling coatings
During a recent study, different constituents of four algal species were used as active biocides in paint formulations for preparing environmentally safe antifouling marine paints.
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Improving the anticorrosive performance by incorporating biochar
A new study describes the effects of biochar nanoparticles on the anticorrosive performance of zinc-rich epoxy coatings.
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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.
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Bio-based anti-corrosion coating material for mild steel
Scientists have prepared a highly efficient bio-based anti-corrosion coating material based on a reduced graphene oxide and epoxidised linseed oil nanocomposite.
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New review: Recent advances of organogels
A new review provides a comprehensive viewpoint on organogels. The state-of-the-art progresses in organogels' applications are systematically addressed and remaining challenges are discussed.
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Self-healing and high-biobased-content UV-curable coatings
A new study describes a novel self-healing, high-performance, and high-biobased-content coating derived from rubber seed oil and itaconic acid.
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Eco-friendly coating materials for paper packaging
Recently, a hydrophobic, moisture resistant and biorenewable paper coating derived from castor oil based epoxy methyl ricinoleate with repulpable potential has been presented.
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Rue and ginger extracts as antifouling agents in silicone matrix coatings
The use of rue extract and ginger oleoresin as natural antifouling agents in a silicone matrix has been verified in a recently published work.
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Multifunctional biopolymer coatings inspired by fish skin
A novel biopolymer coating could be potentially utilised as eco-friendly surfaces for drag reduction and anti-biofouling.
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Steel protection by the use of piper betle leaf extract
A recently published work proposes a new inhibitor that can be added to a green corrosion inhibitor system for delivering high corrosion resistance of steel.