Innovative materials

Elementis Expanded its Portfolio with Biobased Polyurethane Thickeners RHEOLATE® Biobased NiSAT

These thickeners from Elementis are designed to meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions in the architectural paints and coatings industry.

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Researchers Studied a Blood Vessel-Like Coating That Could Make Medical Devices Safer for Patients

The new coating is designed to mimic the natural behaviour of blood vessels and could potentially allow for safer use of blood-contacting devices.

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Mipelon UHMW-PE as a PFAS-Free Alternative to PTFE for Improved Abrasion Resistance

Mipelon UHMW-PE fine powder from Mitsui Chemicals provides an effective alternative to PTFE for improving abrasion resistance in paints and coatings.

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Researchers Discovered Innovative Materials in Thermal Barrier Coatings that Boost Energy Efficiency

This advancement could reduce fuel usage, prolong turbine lifespan and support more sustainable energy solutions.

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2025 International Coatings Industry Expo and Surface Finishing Expo Announced

The ICIE and SF EXPO trade fairs will take place at the Canton Fair Complex from 17th to 19th June 2025.

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Researchers from University of Oklahoma Will Develop a Non-Toxic Primer for Aerospace Applications

This initiative aims to reduce health risks to workers and lessen environmental impacts while safeguarding U.S. military aerospace assets from corrosion.

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Researchers Developed Anti-Rust Coating to Improve Durability of Electronic Components

The new anti-rust coating can boost longevity and efficiency of 2D semiconductor devices by up to 100%.

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Zircotec To Develop a Ceramic Coating for Electric Vehicle Batteries

Zircotec's research on ceramic coating development aims to enable the use of lightweight materials in electric vehicle battery housings and cooling plates.

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Univar Solutions Will Distribute BASF’s Baxxodur® Products in North-America

The addition of Baxxodur® polyetheramines to Univar Solutions' CASE portfolio will help meet the growing demand for accelerating and curing agents for epoxies and polyureas.

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AkzoNobel Developed a Particle Technology for Metallic Effect Powder Coatings

AkzoNobel's new patented particle technology for powder coatings will meet the growing demand from customers requiring more sustainable metallic-effect architectural finishes.

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Evonik Introduced Ancamide® 2853 & 2865 Epoxy Curing Agents to Its Portfolio

The newly-developed Ancamide® 2853 & 2865 sustainable epoxy curing agents from Evonik can deliver good flexibility, strength and fast curing speed for the coatings industry.

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Eckart Launched LUXAN CFX B842 Immersion Red Pigment for Paints and Coatings

Eckart's new pigment LUXAN CFX B842 Immersion Red gives high-quality automotive paints an elegant appearance and is compatible with water-, solvent- and UV-based coatings.

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Lake Engineering Solutions Successfully Advances Corrosion Protection for Aqueous Parts Washing and Degreasing

The rinsing solution EnviroRinse201 from Lake Engineering Solutions can deliver long-term corrosion protection and simplified maintenance for aqueous parts washing and degreasing machines.

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Coval Technologies Introduces Versatile Coval Matting Agent for Customisable Coatings

The new matting agent of Coval simplifies inventory and enhances flexibility for installers and distributors.

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Lubrizol Introduces Solsperse™ 29000 Hyperdispersant

Solsperse29000 Hyperdispersant is a newly-developed dispersant from Lubrizol that grants good pigment dispersion and stability for coatings.

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