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21MAG

Dürr Presents EcoProFleet as the First AGV for the Paint Shop of the Future

Automobile production of the future is moving away from the production line and towards modular workstations. An important feature here are flexible automatic guided vehicles, or AGVs for short.

20MAG

PPG Paints Developed Paint Colours Inspired by Game of Thrones Characters

Winter is here - and so is the end of Game of Thrones. The final episode of the series aired Sunday, May 19, after eight years during which everyone waited with bated breath to know who sits on the Iron Throne. To keep the memory of the HBO show alive, PPG has developed special paints inspired by some of the main characters.

20MAG

Introducing the New PosiTest PC Powder Checker

Non-Contact uncured powder thickness gage

17MAG

Paint & Coatings, Barcelona 2020 Presents New Collaborations

Paint & Coatings 2020 will count on the collaboration of the Spanish Chemical Trade Association (AECQ) and the Paint Professionals Group of the Sarria Chemical Institute (IQS).

16MAG

Graphene and Related Materials Inks Improve Solar Cells

Graphene Flagship researchers have developed hybrids of graphene and MoS₂ quantum dots to stabilise perovskite solar cells.

15MAG

Bringing Rembrandt to Life

Sikkens colour experts develop special shade for rare display of Dutch master's artwork.

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Axalta Coating Systems: Fine Textured Powder Coatings "Optimum" Range – The New Super Durable Benchmark for Architectural Applications

As one of the pioneers in the manufacture of powder coatings, Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), established fine textured powder coatings in architectural quality in the market more than 20 years ago. Since then, the sophisticated, fine sandy surface finish of these products has set new benchmarks in façade design. With "Optimum", Axalta now offers the next generation of fine textured powder coatings.

14MAG

BASF Supports Next Generation of Automotive Refinishers at the Global WorldSkills Competition

Known internationally as the world championship of non-academic occupations, the WorldSkills competition aims to motivate young people worldwide to take up a trade or technical profession. By sponsoring this initiative, the Automotive Refinish business unit of BASF's Coatings division supports young talents, inspires them, and makes them excited about the spray-painting profession in particular.

13MAG

Cortec Outlines Three Easy Ways to Mitigate Corrosion on Electricals

Electrical panels and junction boxes are everywhere—at home, at work, on ships, in vehicles, and on digital signage by the side of the road. The risk of corrosion—which could lead to premature failure of electrical systems—increases in the presence of moisture, chlorides, and corrosive gases.

10MAG

Product Customization: Dürr Enables Fully Automated Painting of Cars in Two Colours for the First Time

The more customized, the better – this motto governs more and more purchasing decisions. When it comes to the colour of cars, the trend toward customization is also on the rise.

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PPG Advances Sustainability Progress to Protect and Beautify the World

PPG (NYSE:PPG) published its 2018 Sustainability Report, detailing the company's performance and progress against 2025 sustainability goals that contribute to its purpose and promise: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD.

09MAG

Lars Petersson to Succeed Henrik Andersen as CEO of Hempel

Hempel A/S informs that Lars Petersson, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer in Hempel A/S, will be succeeding Henrik Andersen as CEO by 1 July 2019.

09MAG

FRX Polymers and China's Yoo-Point Jointly Develop Water-Based Emulsions Containing Nofia Non-Halogenated Flame Retardants

FRX Polymers Inc., the global leader in polymeric halogen-free flame retardant (FR) solutions, has announced a joint development agreement with China's Yoo-Point Group for the production of water-based emulsions which contain FRX Polymers' Nofia^® phosphonate halogen-free flame retardants. The emulsions are particularly suited for use in polyurethane (PU) coatings and low-density flexible PU foam.

08MAG

80 Pipeline System Operators from Europe, Asia, MENA and South America Ensure Success for Exhibitors during 14th ptc in Berlin

Europe's leading pipeline conference and exhibition, the Pipeline Technology Conference (ptc), has been held successfully from 18 to 21 March 2019 in Berlin, Germany.

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AkzoNobel Innovation Key to Unique Energy Harvesting Project for Buildings

A research project which aims to harness the wasted solar energy absorbed by buildings has been launched by a consortium of 13 partners – including AkzoNobel.