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Home » Biocides

Articles Tagged with ''Biocides''

The Rise of Water-Based Formulations

The Rise of Water-Based Formulations

Addressing Microbial Contamination Challenges in the Paint and Coatings Market
Judy Betancur
January 15, 2019
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Despite a shrinking preservative toolbox, there are still a diverse range of biocide options available to formulators.
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New Safe and Durable Antimicrobial Coating Technology

Conforming to the Latest EU BPR Legislation
Victoria Osborne Erwin Honcoop Barend van de Velde
July 9, 2018
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This new antimicrobial technology provides a safe mechanism for generating an antimicrobial active surface for coatings with unique, long-lasting antimicrobial protection against a wide spectrum of microbes with no risk of microbial resistance.


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Pink Stain Damage on Vinyl Surfaces

Pink Stain Damage on Vinyl Surfaces

Hugh Barrett
July 1, 2018
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Pink stain is a common problem on marine fabrics such as seating cushions, upholstery flooring and other vinyl surfaces. Once the stain happens, it cannot be cleaned. However, there are ways to prevent pink stain in the first place, through either preventing the growth of the bacteria that causes it or by sealing the substrate with a coating.
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Field Testing Worldwide helps Predict Real-world Performance

Geoff Clay Richard S. Valpey III
April 6, 2018
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The ultimate goal of field testing is to evaluate and recommend the best performing preservatives that will offer protection of customer coatings across the widest range of potential environmental eventualities for their end-use products.


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A Wake-Up Call to the Paint Industry

Kristin Johansson
February 9, 2018
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Paint manufacturers can help solve the global mosquito crisis.


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Biocide from Lonza

November 14, 2017
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Proxel Spektra™preservative is a dual-active, broad-spectrum biocide for wet-state preservation of water-based paints, adhesives and construction chemicals.


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Preservative from Lonza

July 1, 2017
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Proxel Spektra™ preservative is a dual-active, broad-spectrum biocide for wet-state preservation of water-based paints.


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Life Without Microbial Control

Life Without Microbial Control

The Microbial Control Executive Council (MCEC)
July 1, 2017
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Despite microbial control solutions being a small addition in a lengthy production process, their contribution is critical and will continue to play a central role in human development.


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Lonza Extends Agreement with Azelis in Europe

January 15, 2017
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Specialty chemicals distributor Azelis announced an extended distribution agreement in which the company will offer Lonza’s Materials Protection ingredients to market segments that include coatings, inks, and adhesives and sealants.


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Do You Have Bugs in Your System?

Do You Have Bugs in Your System?

Jodi Martin
July 5, 2016
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Not only is an effective biocide package essential to producing a good product, but also the use and implementation of an effective plant hygiene program to coincide with the biocide package.


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