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CoSI 2020 – Call for Abstracts

Scientific contributions for the 16th Coatings Science International Conference (CoSI) can now be submitted.

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A model for relating gloss and film thickness

Researchers recently develeoped a viscosity-mediated model for relating gloss and film thickness of coatings.

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Effect of molecular weight on residual solvent in PS and PMMA coatings

Researchers recently investigated the influence of molecular weight on the residual solvent in poly(styrene) (PS) and poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) coatings.

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Adler celebrates tenth anniversary in Italy

Ten years ago, Adler put its presence in Italy on a new footing by founding the distribution company Adler Italia.

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Heat dissipation on electrical conductor composites

A current work analyses the electrical heating by Joule’s effect of epoxy resins doped with carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) or a combination of both.

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Fluorine-free superhydrophobic coatings from montmorillonite

In a current study, durable superhydrophobic coatings were prepared by modifying montmorillonite with stearic acid and organosiloxane.

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Hempel joins “Getting to Zero Coalition

Global coatings supplier Hempel announced that it has joined the "Getting to Zero Coalition".

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A phosphorus-containing reactive agent for UV-curable wood coating

Researchers have recently developed a phosphorus-containing reactive agent for UV-curing, flame-retardant wood coatings.

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Slow down for automotive coatings

The global market for automotive coatings is affected by the struggling of many international car manufacturers. Especially OEM and plastic parts coatings are currently showing decreasing figures. The...

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Colour variation in drying paint films

Colour variations due to changes in paint film thickness and pigment content were studied experimentally.

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Managing vacancies in key roles

Health protection, industrial safety, and the handling of environmental threats, hazardous substances and goods are areas which, by law, require the appointment of safety advisers. These are essential...

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Silicone acrylate coating with optically non-uniform structure

A newly synthesised, single-step silicone acrylate formulation cured by conventional radiation produced a reflection spectrum that showed an unusual interference pattern for a single-step coating.

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Afera Annual Conference ends successfully

The European Adhesive Tape Association’s yearly event took place last week in Lisbon, Portugal, and attracted the highest attendance rate to date. 10 future-focussed presentations provided an environment...

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Characterisation of CVD coatings on PEEK substrate

In the frame of a new research study, PEEK substrates were modified by the PTFE + silica/organic silicone multilayer structures.