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Carbon dioxide reduction potential in the global cement industry by 2050

A new paper, which is a contribution to the UNEP series on Eco-Efficient Cements, examines the role of material-based solutions to reducing CO2 emissions from ...

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Controlling silicone networks using dithioacetal crosslinks

In a current study, researchers are working on the development of dithioacetal silicone networks that do not require metal catalysts.

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Nucleation seeding with calcium silicate

A current review deals with nucleation seeding with calcium silicate hydrate for the development of green cements.

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Silica fume and fly ash lightweight concrete in harsh marine environment

A new paper presents the long-term durability performance of semi-lightweight concrete containing various levels of supplementary cementing materials (SCM)...

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Carbonation of alkali-activated slag mortars

Scientists recently investigated the effect of alkali dosage and silicate modulus on carbonation of alkali-activated slag mortars.

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Calcium carbonate precipitation and its effects on the degradation of oil well cement

Scientists recently examined the range of solution conditions that can lead to pore-clogging occurring during leaching of cement in contact with carbonated ...

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Interview: The situation with bio-based adhesives is still in flux

Dr. Matthias Popp, Group Leader for Adhesives Formulation, Fraunhofer IFAM, on current trends in adhesives and the situation regarding bio-based adhesives....

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Intercalation of superplasticizer to layered calcium aluminate hydrate

Ten organic molecule models simulating the chemical functions of commercial superplasticisers used in the cement/concrete industry were intercalated into lamellar...

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Importance of drying to control internal curing effects on UHPC

In a recently published paper, the interdependent relationships among hydration reaction, internal relative humidity, and strength of internally cured ultra-high...

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Application of neutron imaging to investigate durability of cement-based materials

A recently published review deals with applications of both two-dimensional neutron radiography and three-dimensional neutron tomography to investigate specific...

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Chemetall expands production site in Germany

Chemetall will expand its production site in Langelsheim, Germany. This capacity expansion will provide the surface treatment global business unit of BASF's...

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Thermoresponsive sealant for temporary closure of ocular trauma

Traumatic eye injuries require rapid treatment to prevent deterioration of vision. As an alternative to suturing or adhesives, researchers developed a temperature-responsive...

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PPG completes investment at automotive adhesives facility in France

PPG has completed a EUR1.18 million investment at its automotive adhesives and sealants manufacturing and research and development center in Saint-Just-en-Chaussée,...

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Actega DS invests in site expansion

Actega DS, a manufacturer of materials for closure and packaging technologies, is investing around EUR18 million to expand its research and manufacturing site ...