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Slowing Food Spoilage Without Chemicals

The University of Queensland
April 4, 2025
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Researchers tested natural coatings and light-based techniques to prevent food spoilage and reduce waste without relying on synthetic chemicals.


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Automated Dispensing System Brings Transformative Benefits to Coatings Manufacturer

Inkmaker
March 27, 2025
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Da Ban Technology integrated an automated dispensing system to enhance precision, efficiency and sustainability in coatings production at its Changxing factory.


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How Industry 4.0 Technologies are Revolutionizing Paint and Coatings Manufacturing

Katie Brenneman
March 20, 2025
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From predictive maintenance to real-time analytics, advanced technologies are transforming production, security and sustainability in modern coatings facilities.


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Nano-Coating Innovation Preserves Documents and Artworks for Decades

Chulalongkorn University
March 13, 2025
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Researchers at Chulalongkorn University developed a nano-coating varnish that extends the lifespan of documents and artworks, protecting them from decay and discoloration.


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Safe and Sustainable by Design

Harnessing Digitalization to Accelerate the Development of Safer Inks, Paints and Coatings
Natasha Jeremic
March 10, 2025
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Digitalization, and the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework are shaping the future of safer, more sustainable inks, paints and coatings.


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Material Science Startup Technology

The Long and Winding Road Less Traveled
Victoria Scarborough Ph.D.
March 10, 2025
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Material science startups face unique challenges in scaling innovations for coatings, requiring significant investment, strategic partnerships and extended development timelines.


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Water-Based Solutions for Industrial Metal Coatings

Jiaming Wang Amanda Andrews
March 10, 2025
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This study evaluates waterborne polyurethane and polyacrylate resins with water-dispersible polyisocyanates to enhance corrosion resistance, durability and coating performance on metal substrates.


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Wood Finishing: The Power of Small Changes

Bilal Salahuddin
March 9, 2025
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Discover how incremental improvements are reshaping the performance and sustainability of wood coatings.


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Chungnam National University Researchers Develop Edible Biofilm to Extend Fruit Shelf Life

Chungnam National University
March 7, 2025
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Researchers at Chungnam National University developed an edible biofilm using chitosan and gallic acid to extend the shelf life of perishable fruits.


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Small Innovations Can Make a Big Impact

Kristin Johansson
March 5, 2025
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A new patent aims to reduce paint spills with an ergonomic grip for can handles, addressing loss prevention, safety risks and operational inefficiencies in retail.


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