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Smart nanofiller merges self-healing and anticorrosive functions
A novel core-shell nanofiller combining graphitic carbon nitride, a dynamic disulfide-rich polymer shell and benzotriazole enables epoxy coatings with long-term anticorrosive protection and photothermally...
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PPG appoints segment leaders to drive growth and productivity
PPG has named three senior executives – Alisha Bellezza, Chancey Hagerty and Henrik Bergström – to head its global business segments: Industrial Coatings, Performance Coatings and Global Architectural...
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Sustainability: A vital component of long-term business success
Sustainability has become a key driver of long-term performance, helping organizations manage risk, improve efficiency and create value. By integrating sustainability into innovation, operations and customer...
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Thermally recoverable UV coating protects foldable display glass
A newly developed UV-curable polyurethane acrylate coating combines high modulus, toughness and thermal recovery capability to reinforce ultra-thin glass for foldable displays. The system offers a scalable...
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Possible talc classification: implications for the paint industry
Nowadays, it’s almost impossible to imagine many paints and varnishes without talc. However, this functional filler is under scrutiny: in the ongoing CLH procedure, there is a risk of a Europe-wide harmonised...
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Tioxide restarts titanium dioxide production at Greatham site in the UK
Following LB Group's acquisition of the Greatham facility, Tioxide has successfully recommissioned its titanium dioxide pigment plant. With a nameplate capacity of 150,000 tonnes per annum, the site is...
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Essential oil boosts cassava–chitosan coating for fresh produce
Researchers have developed a fermented cassava starch–chitosan film incorporating Hyssopus officinalis essential oil to preserve fresh produce. The bio-based coating significantly reduces weight loss...
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Hydrogel antifouling coatings analysed by OCT in real time
A new study uses optical coherence tomography and rheometry to analyse how formulation and salinity influence the performance of xanthan gum-based hydrogel antifouling coatings. The findings provide guidance...
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CLP: What coatings manufacturers must do now
Obligatory classification has applied to new substances since 1 May 2025 and will apply to new mixtures from 1 May 2026. These changes have direct consequences for formulations, ¬safety data sheets, and...
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