While chemical companies have been helping government and health authorities fight the COVID-19 pandemic by providing a strong supply of critical care supplies, demand and prices for critical materials, such as polyethylene and polypropylene, have slumped as automotive, construction, and consumer markets have weakened, according to a report released by Deloitte.
As the hospitality industry slowly begins to return to business following the ease of restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increased demand for Versital surfaces with SteriTouch antimicrobial protection within bars, restaurants, public washrooms and other public areas.
The COVID-19 pandemic has escalated the aggressiveness and frequency of cleaning in higher-risk healthcare environments. This, coupled with existing guidelines, has created a need for more durable and chemical-resistant solutions in the healthcare built environment.
UK-based graphene specialist Roark Industries announced the availability of its graphene-based coatings that have proven 100% effective in destroying COVID-19 membranes immediately upon contact.
Suited for commercial environments and healthcare facilities, Eco Spec® WB Silver is a low-odor, zero-VOC interior paint that won't interfere with a facility's existing cleaning protocols.
PCI recently spoke with Steve Ridge, Senior VP Supply Chain and Manufacturing at Elementis, to get his views on the company's experiences, challenges and successes during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as their outlook for the market and business strategies moving forward.
PCI has decided to completely reimagine CTT, and is excited to introduce a fully interactive virtual event platform allowing domestic and international visitors to attend and interact safely.
Holger Hüppeler, Head of LANXESS' business unit Inor¬ganic Pigments, discusses the company's challenges and successes during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as its outlook for the market and business strategies moving forward.
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