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Influence of clay platelet size on corrosion protection by clay nanocomposite thin films

The influence of clay platelet size on the corrosion barrier performance of highly-aligned polymer clay nanocomposite (PCN) thin films was examined.

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Annual Report 2019: Hempel returns to growth

Hempel’s revenue grew by 14 per cent, of which 2.5 percentage points were driven organically.

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Adsorption–desorption kinetics of silica coated on textile fabrics

A new paper discusses the adsorption and desorption kinetics of silica coated on cotton (CO) and polyester (PES) textile fabrics.

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Superhydrophobic surface modification of nanostructured textile surfaces

A recent study focuses on initiated chemical vapor deposition of poly(hexafluorobutyl acrylate) thin films for superhydrophobic surface modification of nanostructured textile surfaces.

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Interview: “This is our social responsibility

In view of the Corona pandemic, Remmers has converted a production line and has already supplied rescue services and hospitals with 15,000 litres of disinfectant. We spoke to Jürgen Jahn, head of personnel...

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Fully organic coating system modified with epoxidised soybean oil

A fully organic coating system modified with epoxidised soybean oil showed superior corrosion protection performance.

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American Coatings Show and Conference 2020 cancelled

The organizers of the American Coatings Show and Conference 2020 (ACS/ACC) just announced that both events are cancelled due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. The next show will be held in April 2022.

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Azelis Americas CASE appointed U.S. distributor of polyurethane additives by Momentive

Azelis Americas CASE has been appointed by Momentive Performance Materials USA as distributor of its polyurethane additives products for the entire U.S.

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A digital alternative: European Coatings suppliers hub

The Corona pandemic has affected direct contact with suppliers, especially as trade shows for the global coatings industry are postponed or even cancelled. The newly launched European Coatings suppliers hub now offers a...

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Electrical and mechanical properties of antistatic waterborne epoxy coating

A new study examines the synthesis of conducting PANi/SiO2 nanocomposites and their effect on electrical and mechanical properties of antistatic epoxy coating.

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HD Sharman Group acquires Itac

Gutter and roof refurbishment specialists HD Sharman Group acquire adhesive and coating manufacturer Itac Ltd.

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Preparation of fluorinated/silanised polyacrylates amphiphilic polymers

For a new study, fluorinated/silanised polyacrylates amphiphilic polymers were prepared and their anticorrosion and antifouling performance was studied.

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Processing effects on the properties of hybrid sol-gel superhydrophobic coatings

Researchers have studied processing effects on the kinetics morphology and properties of hybrid sol-gel superhydrophobic coatings.

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Managing material groups

In some companies there is stil little transparency about requirements and unstructured cross-departmental purchasing. The consequences are waste and deflagration of effects. If you want to build up market...