2021

January in review

The beginning of the new year brings with it many innovations.

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Tikkurila Unveiled Its Colour of the Year 2021: Cumulus Blue

Cumulus Blue, Tikkurila's colour of the year 2021, is a light shade of blue belonging to a palette that takes inspiration from the colours of nature.

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A New Study Unveils the Potential of Melanin-Mimetic Materials

A new study by the Chiba University, inspired by the colour changes in a peacock's feather, revealed how melanin-mimetic materials, such as polydopamine, could lead to anti-counterfeit and sensing applications.

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AkzoNobel No Longer Intends to Acquire Tikkurila

After submitting a binding proposal to acquire Tikkurila for €31.25 per share on January 28, 2021, AkzoNobel announced it no longer intends to pursue this acquisition, following a competing, higher, offer for Tikkurila.

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PPG Supplies Coatings and Sealants for the Restoration of a WW2 U.S. Army Air Forces Aircraft

PPG recently supplied coatings and sealants to help restore a 74-year-old four-engine transport aircraft, the Douglas C-54 Skymaster, employed during World War II by the U.S. Army Air Forces.

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AkzoNobel Receives Top Employer Recertification in Five Key Markets

AkzoNobel's commitment to employee well-being, engagement and development has led the paint and coatings manufacturer to receive certification from the Top Employers Institute in 5 major markets: UK, China, Brazil, USA and the Netherlands.

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ptc Goes Digital on its 2021 Edition

The 16th Pipeline Technology Conference, initially planned as a hybrid event, will be held only online, on 15-18 March 2021.

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È disponibile il Programma Formativo 2021 di ipcm Academy

Consulta e scarica il programma formativo 2021 volto a formare la figura professionale di Tecnico dei Processi di Finitura Industriale delle Superfici.

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AkzoNobel Supplies Powder Coatings for the Pearl River Delta Project

AkzoNobel will provide Resicoat R2 coatings for the coating of potable water pipes' interior, as part of the Pearl River Delta water resource allocation project in China.

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CorrVerter MCI Rust Primer: Cortec's Solution Against Rebar Corrosion in Concrete Repairs

To provide a solution to mitigate rebar corrosion, takcling reinforcement surface preparation and ongoing protection, Cortec has developed CorrVerter MCI Rust Primer.

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French Artist Creates a Colour Palette With 144 Automobile Models

Solara is site-specific art installation by French painter Zoer, which features 144 automotive models recovered by one of largest scrapyard in France. With this project, the artist aims at creating an industrial heritage by saving automobile wreckage, while cleaning up metal-polluted soils.

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Datacolor Launches the Spectro 1000/700 Series

Datacolor has launched Spectro 1000/700, a high-efficiency benchtop spectrophotometer series.

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BASF is Raising the Prices of its Formulation Additives Globally

BASF has announced a 5-10% cost increase on most of its products to continue supporting customers with high-end products and services.

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Out Now Issue n. 67 of ipcm International Paint&Coating Magazine

Read the latest issue of the international magazine dedicated to surface treatment.

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Evonik Launches VP 4200, A New Structure Modified Silica Type for Anti-Fouling Coatings

Evonik has launched VP 4200, a new structure modified silica type for anti-fouling coatings to reduce biocide content. The new product allows for a more controlled release of biocide, which is needed in lower quantity for the same performance, and ensures a low thickening effect and easy incorporation.

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