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European Coatings Podcast: Replacing cobalt in coatings

Why has the replacement of cobalt driers proven to be such a persistent technical challenge for the coatings industry? In the latest episode of the European Coatings Podcast, editor Yeray Arauco speaks...

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High-performance alternative to cobalt driers

A novel, cobalt-free drier featuring manganese neodecanoate and an amine ligand delivers faster drying times for alkyd coatings, reducing toxicity without compromising performance.

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Is it crunch time for cobalt in coatings?

As the global demand for cobalt shows no sign of slowing down, Catexel’s CEO Paul Smith revisits the implications for the coatings industry.

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The true cost of not going cobalt-free

As regulatory and economic factors converge, the pressure on the coatings industry to commit to going cobalt-free is mounting. Paul Smith, CEO of Catexel, on...