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SPRIND Awards €2.5M to AmphiStar for Circular Biosurfactants

November 4, 2025
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A new award supports continuous manufacturing and commercialization of microbial biosurfactants made from upcycled waste streams.


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Using Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties to Guide the Selection of Additives, Part 4

Hansen Solubility Parameters
Mike Praw
November 4, 2025
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This article applies Hansen solubility parameters and relative energy difference to guide dispersant selection, comparing surfactants for carbon black performance.


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Viridi Develops CO2-Based Surfactant Technology

October 15, 2025
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Viridi announced the launch of the first commercial anionic surfactant made using captured CO2 as a principal feedstock, reducing reliance on oil palm-derived materials.


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Aerosol Paints: Technology, Challenges and Innovations

Victoria Scarborough Ph.D.
October 7, 2025
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This article details how aerosol paint systems align can design, propellants and water-based chemistries with air quality rules to ensure consistent performance.


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Using Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties to Guide Additive Selection: Part 3

Part 3: Results and Discussion
Mike Praw
October 7, 2025
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Experimental data and simulation insights show how physicochemical parameters can guide additive selection for dispersants in coatings formulations.


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Using Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties to Guide the Selection of Additives, Part Two

Part 2: Methods and Materials
Mike Praw
September 2, 2025
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This follow-up explores the experimental methods behind using simulation tools and physicochemical data to evaluate pigment dispersants.


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Using Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties to Guide the Selection of Pigment Dispersants, Part One

Theory
Mike Praw
August 6, 2025
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Theory-based methods help guide pigment dispersant selection using adsorption isotherms, surface energy, and solubility parameters.


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A Surge in Non-PFAS Releases

Is the Paint and Coatings Industry Ready for the Big Transition?
Vikash Kumar
May 12, 2025
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As PFAS gets phased out, new materials rush in — but do they hold up under pressure?



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Comparison of Low-Tg Acrylic Latex Binders to Increase Durability of Elastomeric Liquid Roofing Membranes

Artur Palasz
February 10, 2025
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Flat roofs face aging and weathering challenges from solar radiation, moisture and pollutants. This study explores polymer dispersions' impact on elastomeric roof coatings' durability, flexibility and chalking resistance.


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Pilot Chemical Partners with Kao in North America

February 5, 2025
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The company announced an exclusive partnership with Kao Corporation to bring the Bio IOS® surfactant technology to the North American market.


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