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New Fireproofing Coating Delivers Safety and Value Across the Supply Chain

New Fireproofing Coating Delivers Safety and Value Across the Supply Chain

Peter Scott
August 1, 2019
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Users of protective coatings demand high-performance products that address multiple operational scenarios.
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AkzoNobel Partners with the Rijksmuseum for Live Restoration of Rembrandt’s Night Watch

AkzoNobel Partners with the Rijksmuseum for Live Restoration of Rembrandt’s Night Watch

August 1, 2019
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One of the world's most celebrated masterpieces, The Night Watch, will undergo the most innovative restoration in the history of art thanks to a partnership between Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum and AkzoNobel.
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Reducing Biocide Exposure Risk

During the Anti-Fouling Manufacturing Process
Oliver Weigenand
July 9, 2019
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With multiple major coatings suppliers now turning to Selektope to enhance the hard fouling prevention offered by their anti-fouling products, ship owners are encouraged to check whether this unique active agent is present in the anti-fouling systems being considered during their coating selection process.
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Flooring System Restores Historic Landmark Factory Building

July 8, 2019
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Developers of a historic landmark factory building that has hosted a number of royal visits chose a new flooring system from Sherwin-Williams to finish its restoration as a modern warehouse facility.
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Powder Coatings Featured on New York’s Newly Redesigned Pier 17

Powder Coatings Featured on New York's Newly Redesigned Pier 17

June 3, 2019
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Project is first application of PPG DURANAR powder coating in harsh marine setting.
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Challenges in Formulating Water-Based Clear Sealers for Concrete

Greg Monaghan Devin Busse
April 10, 2019
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Despite the differences in film formation, novel technology in polymers for water-based sealers gives an improved balance of properties that is commercially acceptable for today’s concrete sealers. The new type of polymer is compared to conventional concrete sealers for key performance properties.
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Pink Stain Damage on Vinyl Surfaces

Hugh Barrett
April 3, 2019
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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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New Coating Provides Copper-Rich Protection Against Biofouling and Marine Growth

New Coating Provides Copper-Rich Protection Against Biofouling and Marine Growth

March 1, 2019
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Years ago, mariners covered the hulls of vessels with copper sheeting to provide anti-fouling properties. Today, Corrocoat Biofoul, a heavy-duty anti-fouling coating, works in a similar way, presenting a protective, copper-rich surface to fouling agents.


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Fastener Manufacturers Improve ‘Drivability’ with Unique Coatings

Fastener Manufacturers Improve ‘Drivability’ with Unique Coatings

February 1, 2019
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Specialty coatings can provide fastener manufacturers with new products and a competitive edge.
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Effective Protection Against Graffiti and More

September 1, 2018
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WACKER has developed a new, highly effective anti-graffiti product, which permanently protects surfaces with a thin film of silicone. Graffiti and stickers can be readily washed off with just cold water.
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