Products and technologies

All the news on the new product and technology launches and product range expansion


Fraunhofer IFAM Developed the Sustainable PFAS-Free Non-Stick PLASLON® Coating

The new environmentally-friendly non-stick coating of Fraunhofer IFAM can replace products with per- and polyfluorinated chemicals on everyday products.

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Kraton Launched the Nexar Anti-Fog Coatings for Medical Personal Protection Equipment

The new coating developed by Kraton prevents fogging from face shields and eye protection equipment worn by healthcare professionals.

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X-Rite to Showcase Colour Measurement and Appearance Solutions at Western Coatings Show

At the Western Coatings Show, X-Rite will present advanced formulation software and its latest spectrophotometers.

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Dürr and Kawasaki Robotics Developed the ready2integrate Automated Painting System Concept

Dürr and Kawasaki Robotics collaborated to adapt robot technology and painting components to compatible solutions for automated painting processes.

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Ashland Introduced the New Easy-Wet™ Wetting Agents Portfolio for Premium Coatings

The new substrate wetting agents of Ashland offer a balance of wetting and low foaming that leads to defect-free films in coatings for multiple end-markets.

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AkzoNobel Launches Interpon D Anodic Collection in North America

The Interpon D Anodic collection will enable architects and designers to achieve anodised aluminium finishes with minimal environmental impact and superior performances.

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PPG and a Dutch University Will Cooperate to Develop the First Off-Road Solar Car

The upcoming Stella Terra vehicle will use PPG CORACHAR™ fire protection coatings to safeguard the lithium (Li)-ion battery pack and protect the car from thermal damage.

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BASF Expanded its Monomers Portfolio for Coatings by Launching the Bio-Based 2-Octyl Acrylate

BASF consolidates the sustainability of its raw materials for coatings by including 2-Octyl Acrylate and 2-Octyl Acrylate BMB ISCC Plus to its portfolio.

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Microban® Launches Ascera™, a New Nature-inspired Technology for Polymers and Coatings

Microban introduced Ascera™, its latest innovative antimicrobial technology designed for use in olefin polymers and solvent-based coatings.

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Cortec Introduced the New Cooling Loop Croc™ to Protect Cooling Water Systems from Corrosion

The corrosion inhibitor powders of Cortec are packaged in water-soluble bags that allow to protect cooling water systems during startup.

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Sun Chemical Launched Two New eXpand!® Stir-in Pigment Preparations for the Coatings Market

The new stir-in pigment preparations developed by Sun Chemical are fully compatible with modern automotive waterborne coating systems.

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Dürr and HSM Launched EcoGun ACE for Quicker and Easier Colour Changes

The new low-pressure spray gun EcoGun ACE developed by Dürr allows colour changes in just a few seconds without using solvents.

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Fast & Fluid Presented the New Easy-To-Use X-PROTINT 24c Automatic Dispenser

The new X-PROTINT 24c automatic dispenser developed by Fast & Fluid provides high performances, reliability and simplicity.

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Sherwin-Williams To Present Three New Services at FABTECH 2023

Sherwin-Williams will showcase FASTtrack, Stocked Powder Program and E-commerce Store to deliver fast, convenient and reliable support to its clients.

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ystral Will Showcase its New Conti-TDS Powder Wetting and Dispersing Technology at POWTECH 2023

The latest Conti-TDS technology developed by ystral will allow companies from the chemical and paints and coatings industry to significantly reduce energy consumption

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