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Perstorp Polyols closes production facility in the U.S.
Perstorp Polyols has confirmed the permanent discontinuation of operations at its production facility in Toledo, Ohio, with effect from 2 September 2026. The closure marks the end of manufacturing activity...
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The future of industrial coatings will not be defined by chemistry alone
Gerard de Vries, recently appointed Chief Commercial Officer of family-owned coatings manufacturer Teknos, has a clear message: succeeding in this market takes more than good chemistry. He explains why...
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Interview: How digitalisation is turning coatings data into smarter R&D decisions
In this interview, editor Yeray López interviews Özlem Ünlü Işık and she explains how Kansai Altan is connecting scattered formulation knowledge, regulatory requirements and cross-functional workflows....
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Lignin resin delivers flame retardancy without formaldehyde
Researchers have developed a phosphorus-free and formaldehyde-free lignin-derived phenolic resin that combines intrinsic flame retardancy, robust adhesion and effective fire protection when applied as...
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Nacre-inspired coating combines cooling and corrosion protection
Researchers have developed a nacre-inspired composite coating for aluminium alloys that combines passive radiative cooling with strong corrosion protection. The layer-by-layer assembled system achieves...
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Shaping the next era of coatings: Innovation, sustainability and the power of digital
The coatings industry stands at a pivotal moment. Around the world, manufacturers are being challenged to solve a complex equation: meet rising expectations for performance and sustainability, adapt to...
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Ni–Fe–P coating hardness optimised via AI and Taguchi methods
Researchers combine Taguchi experimental design with regression, artificial neural networks and support vector machines to predict and optimise the hardness of electroless Ni–Fe–P coatings on copper....
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MC-Bauchemie establishes new joint venture in Paraguay
MC-Bauchemie has expanded its presence in Latin America with the foundation of MC-Bauchemie Paraguay, a joint venture with local construction chemicals partner Plastizil. The new company was officially...
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The consolidation wave rolls on
As industry leaders pursue transformational mergers and investors return to the sector, the paints and coatings market is entering a new era of consolidation. Mega-deals, strategic repositioning and renewed...
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