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BASF Develops RELEST Powder PUR Anti-Sticker Coating

Graffiti, lettering and stickers can turn public property into eyesores. To fight this problem, BASF’s Coatings division has developed the RELEST® Powder PUR Anti-Sticker coating. The product’s anti-stick surface prevents soiling and reduces cleaning costs. It was specially developed for coating light poles, traffic signal poles and circuit breaker panel boxes.

From BASF Corporation 9 Jun 2014

BASF Introduces High Build, Exterior Protective Coating, Tersus Color Coat

The Wall Systems business of BASF Corporation, a leading manufacturer of exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS), stucco and air/water-resistive barriers, today announced the launch of Tersus Color Coat.

From BASF Corporation 9 Jun 2014

PPG Strengthens Architectural Coatings Product Portfolio with Homax Group Acquisition

PPG Industries today announced that its North American architectural coatings business has reached a definitive agreement to acquire The Homax Group, Inc., a supplier of decorative wall and ceiling texture repair products.

From PPG Industries Inc. 6 Jun 2014

Antimicrobial Peptide Molecule Coatings May Help Block Human Infections

Team at Worcester Polytechnic Institute receives grant to explore commercial potential of new technology to prevent infections on catheters, orthopedic implants and other medical devices

5 Jun 2014

Abakan Increases Ownership Position in MesoCoat

Abakan Inc. ("Abakan"), an emerging leader in the advanced coatings and metal formulations markets, today announced that it has increased its ownership position in its majority owned subsidiary, MesoCoat Inc. ("MesoCoat"), to a 87.5% direct and 89.9% direct and indirect ownership.

From Abakan Inc. 3 Jun 2014

Axalta’s Spies Hecker and Standox Paint Systems Receive Renewed Approval from Daimler

Daimler AG has renewed its approval of two leading Axalta Coating Systems global refinish brands – Spies Hecker® and Standox® – as car paint brands that are authorized for use by Mercedes-Benz dealerships and bodyshops across Russia, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland and Luxembourg. The contract renewal extends the term of the approval with Daimler AG until the end of 2016.

28 May 2014

All-new Ford Transit Makes North American Debut with More Durable Paint

The all-new Ford Transit makes its North American debut with more durable paint, thanks to an industry-first paint technology now in use at Kansas City Assembly Plant.

27 May 2014

Research and Markets Adds New Global Report on Industrial Coatings

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Industrial Coatings Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.

27 May 2014

New Report Analyzes Markets and Technologies for High-Performance Ceramic Coatings

Reportbuyer.com has added a new market research report: High-Performance Ceramic Coatings: Markets and Technologies

26 May 2014

Two New Pigmented Topcoats for Decorative, Industrial Applications from BASF

BASF has launched two new MasterTop topcoats for decorative and industrial applications which can be used in public rooms such as education, office and healthcare facilities as well as in industrial environments.

From BASF Corporation 22 May 2014

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

BASF Develops RELEST Powder PUR Anti-Sticker Coating

BASF Introduces High Build, Exterior Protective Coating, Tersus Color Coat

PPG Strengthens Architectural Coatings Product Portfolio with Homax Group Acquisition

Antimicrobial Peptide Molecule Coatings May Help Block Human Infections

Abakan Increases Ownership Position in MesoCoat

Axalta’s Spies Hecker and Standox Paint Systems Receive Renewed Approval from Daimler

All-new Ford Transit Makes North American Debut with More Durable Paint

Research and Markets Adds New Global Report on Industrial Coatings

New Report Analyzes Markets and Technologies for High-Performance Ceramic Coatings

Two New Pigmented Topcoats for Decorative, Industrial Applications from BASF

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

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 do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

5Innovative Technology for Enhanced Concrete Construction

6Development and Evaluation of P-PPD for Enhanced Crude Oil Flow and Hydrate Mitigation

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Editorial Highlights