Water-borne coatings

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Open-air emulsion polymerisation via semi bio-Fenton route

Researchers have demonstrated a fast emulsion polymerisation process that runs successfully in an open-to-air environment. By combining glucose oxidase with Fenton chemistry, the so-called "semi bio-Fenton"...

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POSS-acrylic hybrids deliver durable water-borne metal coatings

Researchers have synthesised a reactive acrylate-functional POSS monomer and covalently integrated it into a high-solid water-borne acrylic matrix. The resulting hybrid coatings combine mechanical reinforcement...

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Camelina oil enabling low-carbon polymer materials through sustainable sourcing – on behalf of Worlée

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Self-matting water-borne polyurethane with antibacterial function

Researchers found that the introduction of TNO and GQM significantly improved the self-matting and antibacterial activity of WPU.

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Self-diagnosing corrosion protection

A recent study presents a self-diagnosing and active protective dual-functional water-borne polyurethane coating based on smart mesoporous containers.

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Waterborne hybrid emulsion polymers

A recent study suggests the use of Waterborne hybrid (alkyd/styrene acrylic) emulsion polymers for exterior paint applications.

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Water-borne coatings: A steady stream of developments

The increasing adoption of water-borne coatings in some market segments will be supported by technological advances. By Sarah Silva, contributing editor.

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Interview: “There is still a need for greater sensitivity in surface pretreatment”

Michael Pokorny, Managing Director at Mäder Germany, gives insights into challenges and growth potential in water-borne coatings. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann

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Increased yield: Composite coatings for greenhouse films

Researchers have studied waterborne polyurethane composite coatings as UV-light converter and directional infrared light barrier for light and heat management in greenhouses.

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Interview: “Architectural coatings are in a transformative phase”

We spoke to Esra Bay, Senior Marketing Manager EMEAI at Dow Coating Materials, about the growth potential and main challenges for water-based coatings. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann