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Future opportunities for bio-based adhesives
A new article describes the advantages that bio-based materials can bring to adhesives compared to their petroleum-based counterparts beyond their renewability.
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Newly positioned: Eurocolour – European pigment, filler and colorant industry association
The European umbrella organisation of the pigment, filler and colorant industry, Eurocolour, has restructured itself. Stefan Sütterlin, BASF Colors & Effects GmbH, was elected President.
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Antibacterial properties of poly(dimethylsiloxane) surfaces
In a recent study a graphene oxide-catechol hybrid poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS-GO-DMA) surface was prepared. The surface exhibited antibacterial abilities in some degree.
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Enabling sustainable epoxy resins
The latest technical focus article of the European Coatings Journal describes how the usage of bio-based epichlorohydrin can be used to reduce the carbon footprint of epoxy coatings.
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Latin American Coatings Show conference programme online
The 14th Latin American Coatings Show in Mexico City will again be accompanied by a technical conference. The programme of the conference is now available.
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New edition of Polyurethanes textbook
The well-known textbook Polyurethanes – Coatings Adhesives and Sealants is now available in the second revised edition. The book will give readers an overview of the chemistry and various possible application...
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Byk opens new site in Shanghai
Byk is expanding its presence in Asia through a significant investment in China. The second integrated site is designated to better serve the needs of customers locally.
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New route for fabrication of the corrosion-resistant superhydrophobic surface
A novel mechanical approach to the preparation of aluminium alloys allows the production of superhydrophobic surfaces.
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Interview: “Longer life cycles for buildings
Developments such as urbanisation as well as regulations and the ongoing trend towards more sustainability have a big influence on the construction chemicals market. We spoke to Wolf Meyer-Hevekerl of...
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New approach to test the sulphate resistance of concrete
A new study examines the tensile strength of concrete exposed to sulphate attack.
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PPG and Avery Dennison commercialise eco-friendly anti fouling system
The companies PPG and Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions want to further commercialise their self-adhesive fouling release foil for ship hulls.
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Self-healing of an epoxy coating through linseed oil and its alkyd microcapsules
In order to produce to produce self-healing coating, microcapsules having either linseed oil or its alkyd have been incorporated into an epoxy matrix
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Innovations: “Clear communication between our technical and business teams”
Turning an idea into a successful patent is not always easy. We spoke to Aditya Gottumukkala, Intellectual Asset Manager and Kurt Olson, former Corporate Fellow, at PPG about innovations, patents and what...
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Encapsulation of linseed oil in graphene oxide shells for preparation of self-healing composite coatings
For self-healing of polymer coatings Microcapsules were developed. The Microcapsule shells were prepared via physical assembly of graphene oxide sheets.