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Graco Closes Purchase of Finishing Businesses from Illinois Tool Works

Graco, based in Minneapolis, has announced the closing of its $650 million purchase of the finishing businesses from Illinois Tool Works.

From Graco Inc. 4 Apr 2012

Witt Lining Systems’ Polyurethane Liner Used to Repair Concrete Vessel

WITT TPU, a new flexible polyurethane lining material offered by Witt Lining Systems, has been used to repair a concrete vessel for a pet products manufacturer in the Midwest.

2 Apr 2012

Physical Security, PPG Collaborate to Offer Polyurea Coatings for Use in ATFP

Physical Security has collaborated with the marine and protective coatings business of PPG Industries for the application of MIL-TOUGH BR polyurea coating that helps customers satisfy the demands of Anti-Terrorism Force Protection’s (ATFP) the Interagency Security Committee Physical Security and the U.S. Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria.

From PPG Industries Inc. 2 Apr 2012

New UV-Protectant Window Film from Solar Gard

Solar Gard has introduced a new window film for vehicles. This clear film protects passengers and drivers from harmful ultraviolet rays. It does not alter the driving visibility or the vehicle’s exterior appearance.

31 Mar 2012

Hafnium Oxide Films Produce White Light Emission through UV Excitation

In recent decades, researchers have shown more interest on the development of novel phosphors that can be excited via ultraviolet (UV) light emitting diodes (LEDs).

31 Mar 2012

A. Schulman to Exhibit Polytrope STR Cap Resins at NPE 2012

At NPE 2012 international plastics exhibition, A. Schulman will display its Polytrope STR series of cap resins.

31 Mar 2012

Color Wheel Paint to Introduce Southeast Weather-Suitable Paints in North Carolina

Color Wheel Paint, a paint and coatings manufacturer will expand to North Carolina, signifying geographical expansion and considerable growth of the Florida-based company.

31 Mar 2012

Azelis to Distribute Poliya’s Composite Resins and Gelcoats in Italy

Azelis, a Pan-European specialty chemicals supplier, has inked a distribution and marketing agreement with Poliya composite Resins and Polymers (Poliya), a manufacturer of composite resins.

30 Mar 2012

DuPont’s Powder Coating Solutions Used in Poland-Based New Luxury Apartment Building

DuPont has announced that the company will showcase powder coating solutions in a 54-floor luxury apartment building located in Poland.

30 Mar 2012

Momentive Specialty Chemicals’ Products for Wind Turbine Blades to be Featured at JEC 2012

At the JEC 2012 Composites Show, which is to be held in Paris from March 27 to 29, Momentive Specialty Chemicals will exhibit its four innovative products for wind turbine rotor blades.

28 Mar 2012

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Coatings and Thin Films News

Graco Closes Purchase of Finishing Businesses from Illinois Tool Works

Witt Lining Systems’ Polyurethane Liner Used to Repair Concrete Vessel

Physical Security, PPG Collaborate to Offer Polyurea Coatings for Use in ATFP

New UV-Protectant Window Film from Solar Gard

Hafnium Oxide Films Produce White Light Emission through UV Excitation

A. Schulman to Exhibit Polytrope STR Cap Resins at NPE 2012

Color Wheel Paint to Introduce Southeast Weather-Suitable Paints in North Carolina

Azelis to Distribute Poliya’s Composite Resins and Gelcoats in Italy

DuPont’s Powder Coating Solutions Used in Poland-Based New Luxury Apartment Building

Momentive Specialty Chemicals’ Products for Wind Turbine Blades to be Featured at JEC 2012

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

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Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Coatings and Thin Films News

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

1Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

2Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

3Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

4The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

5Corn Protein Boosts Lithium-Sulfur Battery Performance

6First Ever Clinical Long-Term Follow-Up Study on 3D-Printed Bioceramic Implants

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