Biocides

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Corrosion and fouling protection of biocide-embedded hybrid coatings

A research work assesses the anticorrosion and antifouling properties of a novel sol-gel derived hybrid coating functionalised with five different organic and...

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In the cross hairs: Biocidal active substances

The assessment of biocidal active substances is regulated under the latest Biocidal Products Regulation (EU) No. 528/2012 (BPR). One-fifth of the over 50 active...

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New book “Microbicides in Coatings” is out

The new book "Microbicides in Coatings" from Frank Sauer provides a comprehensive overview of the working mechanisms and possible applications of microbicides ...

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Future of water-borne products under threat

In the course of the systematic re-evaluation of all available biocidal active substances which is being carried out under the biocidal products regulation, it ...

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Troy names new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Troy Corporation announced the election of W. Brian Smith by the Board of Directors to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, ...

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Defense mechanism employed by algae can effectively inhibit marine fouling

Chemists have developed a method that reliably hinders hazardous seawater fouling and is effective, affordable, and easy on the environment.

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Lonza extends agreement with Azelis in Europe

Azelis has announced an extended distribution agreement to offer Lonza’s materials protection ingredients to industrial market segments such as paints, coatings, ...

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Evaluating biocides in polymer dispersions

The biodeterioration of water-based manufactured formulations, such as polymer dispersions, is a major problem for the producing companies and the users of ...