As one of the world’s biggest polluters, the textiles industry needs an urgent sustainability transformation. To make circularity a reality, the coated textiles value chain needs to work together on end-to-end solutions – from more sustainable raw materials to textile recycling technologies.
To add to the pursuit of a climate-neutral Europe and a truly circular economy, one company’s project develops and validates a new generation of industrial wood and decorative coatings with significantly more than 25% bio-based components.
With the continued interest in energy and resource conservation, glass bubbles may provide formulators with another “toolbox” option as they develop the next generation of coatings for the industry.
Specialized PVD coatings can increase surface hardness and durability of precision components such as bearings, gears, and rollers to significantly increase lifespan under high-load conditions.
Polycaprolactone (PCL) polyols can be used to enhance coatings that feature other polymer chemistries in both 1K and 2K coatings. This article explores the performance benefits achieved when low-molecular-weight PCL tri- and tetra-functional polyols are blended with other hydroxyl-functional polymers in 2K coatings.
This study comprehensively evaluated novel, ultra-low-VOC 1K and 2K waterborne floor-coating systems designed to provide eco-friendly, lower-VOC alternatives to traditional solvent-based coatings. The materials employed in these innovative systems showed remarkable performance when subjected to industry-standard tests.
Natural wood and organic materials continue to be relevant in today’s interior design. As homeowners seek new and exciting ways to incorporate wood into their homes, Sherwin-Williams presents four color trends that can help you stay ahead.
The world’s first 3D, form-free crystal glass-pigment technology offers a viable solution for high-end color coatings, enhancing visibility while maintaining a thin-layer finish for automotive applications.
What is the best respiratory mask to be used during powder coating application? The ChemQuest Group’s Joe Powder shares his powder coating knowledge and expertise by answering questions sent in from around the world.
Two of the more common 2K coatings systems are polyurethane and epoxy. This and next month’s Formulating with Mike column will concentrate on urethanes, with this issue focusing on polyurethane polymers.
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