Silanes

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Functional silanes advance chromate-free corrosion protection

A new review provides a comprehensive assessment of functionalisation strategies for silane-based sol-gel coatings used in chromate-free corrosion protection. The authors integrate organofunctional silanes,...

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Eco-friendly silane as corrosion inhibitor

During a new study, 1H, 1H, 2H, 2H-perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane (FTES) as a green corrosion inhibitor was encapsulated in hollow mesoporous silica (HMS).

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Safic-Alcan announces new distribution agreements with Evonik Functional Silanes

Safic-Alcan has announced new distribution partnerships with Evonik in the Benelux and the Nordic Region.

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Enhancing the hydrophobicity of concrete in harsh conditions

Using crystallising admixture and wax-based curing agents significantly improves the performance of concrete in harsh conditions, a new study suggests.