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Real-Time Characterization of Polymer Properties and Reaction Characteristics

Real-Time Characterization of Polymer Properties and Reaction Characteristics

Michael F. Drenski Natalie Leonardi
August 1, 2016
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The ACOMP technique has not only proven to be able to fully monitor research and industrial polymerization processes but has also proven the capability to automatically control polymerization reactions in real time to deliver a polymer that is ‘born characterized’.


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Holidays and Pinholes: The Chink in the Armour

Holidays and Pinholes: The Chink in the Armour

Thomas Belli
August 1, 2016
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Throughout this article we aim to dispel some myths surrounding holidays and pinholes, while also exploring holiday detection and the solutions used to fix these defects.


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Curing Epoxy Resins

Curing Epoxy Resins

July 6, 2016
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By using an epoxy curing blanket you can cure and post cure your epoxy at whatever temperature it requires, even if that temperature is really high.


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Audi Uses Portable Spectrophotometer

June 2, 2016
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The spectrophotometer enables accurate color measurement of painted surfaces, plastic parts, packaging labels, automotive parts, furnishings and other manufactured goods. Measurements check the visual impression of the color, gloss level and effect of the surface texture.


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Zero-VOC and High-Solid-Content Photocured Siliconized Coatings

Zero-VOC and High-Solid-Content Photocured Siliconized Coatings

Technology to Impart Superior Surface Characteristics in Light-Cured Coatings
Dr. Atul Tiwari
May 1, 2016
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This article describes the development of siliconized UV light-cured coatings.


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Digital Tool Predicts the Impact of Fouling Control Coatings on Ship Efficiency

Digital Tool Predicts the Impact of Fouling Control Coatings on Ship Efficiency

AkzoNobel
February 1, 2016
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The tool accurately predicts the performance of a coating technology - before it has been applied.


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Another Shade of Yellow Please!

John Garcia
February 1, 2016
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Forward-thinking coatings manufacturers are running industry-specific software applications that more effectively manage their formulas and packaging specifications.


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Understanding Spray Coating Performance

Understanding Spray Coating Performance

Using Powder Rheology
Doug Millington-Smith
February 1, 2016
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The case study presented here illustrates the importance of testing powders under conditions that simulate the process environment.


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Examining Interfacial Adhesion of Biomedical Coatings

Through Scratch Testing and Microanalysis
August 1, 2015
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It is concluded that for coating applications in medical devices, microcratch and nanoscratch are useful and quantitative approaches for examining coating-to-substrate adhesions.


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gasmet

Unique Gas Analyzer Helps Characterize Photoactive Pigments

May 1, 2015
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Researchers in Germany have employed advanced FTIR gas analysis to evaluate the photoactivity of pigments in coatings when subjected to light.


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