2017

Evonik bundles its expertise in crosslinking technology

The Crosslinkers and Epoxy Curing Agents business will be combined to one new Business Line; Global technology platform, long-term experience and profound expertise in crosslinker technology

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AkzoNobel helping to save the Brazilian rainforest

A large area of Brazilian rainforest located within one of AkzoNobel's sites is being planted with around 12,000 seedlings of species native to the region as part of an ongoing project to safeguard the fragile ecosystem.

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New App to Quantify Sustainability of Coil Coatings

Beckers' Sustainability Index (SI) app rates coil coatings for their functional and material sustainability; supports adherence to building rating schemes such as LEED and BREAM

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Plastic nanotechnology: Spain at the forefront of research and development of new graphene-based materials

The public-private collaboration between Spanish companies, technology centres and research organizations has enabled the implementation of a new research initiative in the field of graphene for the development of new industrial applications with high added value and advanced properties.

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Axalta Paints China's New Bullet Train Model Fuxing

Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global liquid and powder coatings supplier, coats China's new Fuxing model bullet train in collaboration with CRRC Qingdao Sifang Co., Ltd. A CR400AF model with Axalta's bright red Imron coatings along its beltlines departed from Beijing South Railway Station to Shanghai on June 27, welcoming a milestone in China's high-speed railway system.

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AkzoNobel adds golden touch to China's high-speed train technology

China's latest generation of high-speed trains is creating a colourful golden blur across the country after AkzoNobel's color expertise was called upon to create a special custom coating.

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Top Quality Collection J 20.20, the new collection of powder coatings by Arsonsisi, anticipates forthcoming trends in design, drawing inspiration from iconic colours

Arsonsisi presents its new range of polyester coatings Top Quality Collection J 20.20, with Qualicoat Class 1 certification, which anticipates colour trends for the furniture, design and architecture sectors, with a special collection of 35 iconic colours featuring striking nuances.

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HMG Paints begin Graphene Coatings tests

HMG Paints has partnered with Applied Graphene Materials (AGM) to develop and commercialise Graphene containing coatings for a variety of industries.

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AkzoNobel increases capacity for expandable microspheres to meet growing demand

AkzoNobel's Specialty Chemicals business is investing more than €20 million to increase production capacity in Sweden for its Expancel product line for expandable microspheres.

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ALUCOIL and Axalta Coating Systems: Celebrating 20 Years of Technology and Success

This year marks the 20th anniversary of collaboration between Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, and ALUCOIL, a multinational manufacturer of high-tech aluminum materials for the building and construction industry based in Spain.

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AkzoNobel extends popular Interstores marine coatings product range

Ship owners and operators can now enjoy a new level of flexibility and expand the options available for cost-effective onboard maintenance following the launch of a new multi-purpose one pack primer from AkzoNobel's marine coatings business – the supplier of International® coatings.

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How important are water ballast tanks for ship owners?

The condition of the water ballast tanks can affect both the safety and structural integrity of the vessel and also reduce its asset value.

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AkzoNobel makes double acquisition to strengthen leading global position in Performance Coatings

AkzoNobel has today announced the acquisition of UK-based Flexcrete Technologies Ltd and an agreement to acquire French manufacturer Disa Technology (Disatech). The deals will further strengthen AkzoNobel's global leadership position in supplying innovative industrial coatings and aerospace and automotive coatings.

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Merck and Industry Partners Create New Automotive Coating Effects

Merck announced the outcome of a successful collaboration with Daimler AG, the coating specialist PPG Industries and the Fraunhofer IPA; Daimler AG presented the new development at SURCAR, the conference on automotive body finishing in Cannes; Modification of the Xirallic® effect pigment surface submitted for a patent; Successful collaboration between Merck, Daimler AG, Fraunhofer IPA, and coating specialist PPG.

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Hempel announces new investment in life-saving fire protection coatings

Global coatings company Hempel announced that it is investing in a new research and development centre focused solely on passive fire protection coatings. Located just outside Barcelona in Spain, the centre is due to open towards the end of 2018. The investment demonstrates Hempel's commitment to further developing its range of life-saving fire protection coatings as well as expanding its unique global R&D network.

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