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Start-up challenge: “Let the change in and become part of it
Sometimes even the biggest companies need help or at least inspiration from the outside. Akzo Nobel just started a start-up challenge for exactly that purpose. We spoke to Klaas Kruithof, Chief Technology...
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New sol-gel synthesis of NiO antibacterial nano-pigment
A new report deals with the fabrication of NiO nanoparticle (NiO Nps) dispersed alkyd coating and its antimicrobial activity.
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Synthesis of castor oil/2,4-toluene diisocyanate adduct
Scientists recently synthesised castor oil/2,4-toluene diisocyanate adduct to impart water repellency and antibacterial properties for cotton/polyester fabric.
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Interview: “It is our responsibility to educate consumers and regulators on core concerns
Having been elected to the CEPE board in September, Roald Johannsen speaks about his new position, current challenges and issues.
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Rain erosion protection of wind turbine blades
A recently published review deals with the rain erosion protection of wind turbine blades.
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How safe is graphene?
Are products containing graphene safe for humans and the environment? A comprehensive review, developed as part of the European graphene flagship project with the participation of Empa researchers, investigated...
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Characterisation of magnesium silicate hydrate (M-S-H)
In a recently published study, the structure of synthetic magnesium silicate hydrated phases (M-S-H) and the distribution of water as a function of the Mg/Si ratio were investigated.
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A multi-step cold plasma process for fine tuning of polymer nanostructuring
The innovative plasma process, developed in a current study for highly structured surfaces, consists to gradually decrease the input power during deposition in order to form polymer nuclei while preserving...
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Diisocyanates: The 0.1 % limit
In May 2018, ECHA issued the position paper of its responsible committees on the planned restriction of diisocyanates. It is expected that the European Union will adopt the relevant regulations in the...
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Wear-resistant and hydrophobic characteristics of PTFE/CF composite coatings
In a recently published study, scientists investigated the wear-resistant and hydrophobic properties of PTFE/CF composite coatings.
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Pumpenfabrik Wangen is taking over the progressing cavity pump business area from Knoll
Knoll Maschinenbau GmbH, Bad Saulgau, manufacturer of pumping and filtration systems as well as pumps for machine tools, is selling the progressing cavity pump business area (MX series) to Pumpenfabrik...