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Historic Malacca Repainted with Sustainable Coating Technology

AkzoNobel
October 11, 2024
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Advanced, low-VOC coatings were used to refresh Malacca's historic buildings, enhancing sustainability while preserving cultural heritage.


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A New High-Performance Alternative to Cobalt Driers

A novel, cobalt-free drier featuring manganese neodecanoate and an amine ligand delivers faster drying times for alkyd coatings, reducing toxicity without compromising performance.
Hiroaki Nakano
October 10, 2024
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Cobalt carboxylates are commonly used as catalysts for the oxidative crosslinking of alkyd resins, which accelerate the drying of paints, inks, and coatings. Despite their effectiveness, alternatives are increasingly sought after.


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Shortcut to a Natural Look—Inherently Matte Acrylic

A water-based acrylic polymer technology delivers high transparency and low gloss, preserving a substrate’s natural look, while enhancing scratch and stain resistance, and long-term durability.
Fabian Gyger, Michael Lucas Benjamin van den Boom Kim Öhlenschläger Kaitlyn Funk
October 10, 2024
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In the realm of wood coatings, achieving a "natural look" has become a hallmark of modern design. To accomplish this, not only is low gloss required but also high transparency to preserve the vibrant colors of the wood.


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A Second Life for a Useful Compound

Neelam Kumar
October 8, 2024
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Recycled polyvinyl butyral is transforming the coatings industry with its sustainable, flexible, and durable applications in innovative formulations.

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AI and the Future of Sustainable Manufacturing

Katie Brenneman
September 30, 2024
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AI enhances sustainable manufacturing in smart factories by optimizing processes, improving product design and ensuring compliance while reducing environmental impact.



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The Role of Architectural Coatings in Creating Healthier Indoor Environments

Jennifer Whelan
September 23, 2024
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This article explores innovations in coatings technology aimed at improving human health and sustainability, from removing harmful chemicals to introducing anti-microbial and air-purifying solutions.


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AkzoNobel Strengthens Carbon Reduction Commitment

September 19, 2024
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A new low-bake powder coating innovation offers superior durability and sustainability for architectural surfaces, reducing energy use while ensuring high-performance protection in harsh environments.


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Enhanced Graffiti Protection

PPG Industries
September 16, 2024
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A new one-step PCU anti-graffiti coating featuring a urethane powder, tinted to a specific color, and cured for 20 minutes offers an alternative graffiti-resistant solution.


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Citrate Esters as Coalescents for Acrylic Dispersions

Elvin J. Servellon
September 11, 2024
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Bio-degradable citrate esters have excellent toxicological and eco-toxicological profiles, and provide good versatility and compatibility with numerous polymers. Read how they compare to standard coalescing agents.


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The Intersection of AI and Materials Research

Victoria Scarborough Ph.D.
September 9, 2024
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AI and machine learning inspire the discovery/design of new materials and the processes to manufacture them. Autonomous R&D pushes the envelope for building predictive models and platforms that drive high-throughput innovation. How did we get here so fast, and where will this global megatrend take us? 


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