PFAS-free Coatings
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PFAS: “This creates a clear mandate for the industry: Transition now, not later”
As regulatory scrutiny of PFAS intensifies in both the United States and Europe, coating manufacturers are facing mounting pressure to transition to compliant alternatives. Lane Lundeby, business manager...
News Coatings Technologies
Fluorine-free hydrophobic coating boosts solar panel output
Researchers have developed a fluorine-free, UV-curable hydrophobic coating combining silicone-modified acrylate resin with SiO₂ and ZnO nanoparticles. The coating reduces panel temperatures, repels dust...
News Markets & Companies
Fraunhofer IFAM and Plasmatreat collaborate on PFAS-free coating technologies
Fraunhofer IFAM and Plasmatreat are accelerating the industrial adoption of PFAS-free coating systems. The partnership focuses on sustainable plasma-based coatings, catering to industries like plastics,...
News Coatings Technologies
Fluorine-free WPU coating delivers durable water repellency
A new fluorine-free water-borne polyurethane coating combines side-chain functionalisation with dual-siloxane synergy to deliver durable water repellency on textiles. The system avoids bio-toxic fluorides...
News Coatings Technologies
Progress of fluorine-free water repellents for textiles: Industry and academia driving sustainability
A comprehensive review explores the transition from PFAS-based water repellents to fluorine-free alternatives, highlighting their performance, environmental impact, and future developments for sustainable...
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