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End-User Applications Drive Antimicrobial Coatings Market in the Asia-Pacific

Increasing demand for antimicrobials from end-user applications such as medical devices boosts the antimicrobial coatings market in Asia-Pacific. The need to minimize infection and in turn, the cost of treatment has spurred the use of antimicrobial coatings on hospital window frames, door knobs and other areas where hygiene is mandatory, thereby sustaining investments in the market.

19 Aug 2013

Mismatched Perceptions About Functional Coatings Slow Rapid Market Adoption

Advances in materials science and nanotechnology have created several new functionalities in coatings, going beyond their original basic protective and decorative attributes. However, mismatched perceptions among coating developers and potential customers still remain, slowing rapid market adoption, according to Lux Research.

16 Aug 2013

jobaTec Takes On European Distribution for Dynavac Vacuum Systems

jobaTEC announces it has entered into an exclusive Distribution Agreement with Dynavac, Hingham, MA, USA. This Agreement appoints jobaTEC as the sole distributor of Dynavac high vacuum systems for thin film deposition, space simulation and custom engineered applications, spare parts and service throughout Europe.

From Dynavac 15 Aug 2013

Dynavac Announces Opening of New Applications Lab

Dynavac, a market leader in thin film deposition systems, is pleased to announce the commissioning of its new process application lab. The lab represents a substantial commitment to product development and introduc...

From Dynavac 15 Aug 2013

Scientists Employ Highly Ionized Pulsed Plasma Magnetron Sputtering to Create Stable, Adhesive Antimicrobial Films

Scientists at EPFL have developed a new method for making antimicrobial surfaces that can eliminate bacteria under a minute. The technology, now tested in a hospital, shows enormous potential for preventing hospital-acquired infections.

14 Aug 2013

Picodeon to Accelerate Development of Thin Film Materials and Applications with €5 Million Investment

Finnish coating technology specialist Picodeon Ltd is to accelerate the development and manufacture of its disruptive thin films and thin film deposition tools following completion of a EUR €5 million round of investment by Enso Ventures Ltd. In addition, Picodeon recently started a new project funded by TEKES (the Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation) with a value over EUR €1 million.

14 Aug 2013

Lake Shore to Exhibit Materials Characterization Systems at ICNS 2013

Lake Shore offers probe stations, Hall measurement systems (HMS) and a prototype THz system that allows for complex measurements under variable temperature and magnetic field conditions.

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 13 Aug 2013

Axalta Invests in New Pilot Reactor for Coatings Technology Center

Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has invested $5 million in a new pilot reactor that has begun operations to support coatings polymer research and scale-up activities at its Coatings Technology Center (CTC) in Wilmington.

12 Aug 2013

New Report on Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Antimicrobial Coatings Market - Global Industry Analysis,Size, Share, Trends, Analysis, Growth And Forecast, 2012 - 2018" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 8 Aug 2013

Hosokawa Micron Launch New 3 in 1 Drymeister-H

The new 3 in 1 Drymeister-H is the latest multiprocessing unit from Hosokawa Micron and offers energy efficient and speedy grinding, classifying and drying operations in one compact unit.

From Hosokawa Micron Ltd 5 Aug 2013

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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

End-User Applications Drive Antimicrobial Coatings Market in the Asia-Pacific

Mismatched Perceptions About Functional Coatings Slow Rapid Market Adoption

jobaTec Takes On European Distribution for Dynavac Vacuum Systems

Dynavac Announces Opening of New Applications Lab

Scientists Employ Highly Ionized Pulsed Plasma Magnetron Sputtering to Create Stable, Adhesive Antimicrobial Films

Picodeon to Accelerate Development of Thin Film Materials and Applications with €5 Million Investment

Lake Shore to Exhibit Materials Characterization Systems at ICNS 2013

Axalta Invests in New Pilot Reactor for Coatings Technology Center

New Report on Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market

Hosokawa Micron Launch New 3 in 1 Drymeister-H

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

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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The Role of Accurate Analysis in Sustaining Critical Materials for a Circular Economy

How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

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

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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

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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

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6Innovative Technology for Enhanced Concrete Construction

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