2020 March

The March issue has a big focus on bio-based and other sustainable technology. Other topics covered include corrosion protection for DTM coatings, a new pre-dispersion milling process, and a preview of the American Coatings Show.

Soybean Oil Offers Performance and Sustainability

Coupled with an Abundant, Affordable Supply

Kris Weigal Lee Walko

March 10, 2020

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Soybean oil is economical and abundantly available from soybeans sustainably grown in the United States. The hydrophobic nature of this bio-based raw material is a dominant performance attribute in a multitude of coatings applications.

Minimizing Human Error in Adhesive Coating Applications

Rob Lindsey

March 4, 2020

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Properly mixing two-component coatings and adhesives can be difficult. The materials, typically supplied in bulk, must be mixed in accordance with precise written instructions. Many users lack the necessary experience mixing different chemicals together, which can lead to inconsistencies and, in turn, poor curing and even product failure.

PPG Leaders Brighten Miami School through COLORFUL COMMUNITIES Project

March 4, 2020

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PPG recently completed a COLORFUL COMMUNITIES^® project in collaboration with Girl Power to help revitalize Richmond Heights Middle School. Located in Florida’s Miami-Dade County, the school provides education to more than 500 students annually in sixth through eighth grade. The project brought together more than 100 of PPG’s top global leaders, who spent a portion of their annual global leadership meeting making a difference in the lives of the school’s students and faculty.

A New Approach to Ceramic Matrix Composites

March 3, 2020

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This technology is a new approach to ceramic matrix composites, introducing advanced-ceramic engineered feedstocks to the world of geopolymers.

A Circular Solution for the Powder Coatings Industry

March 12, 2020

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This article discusses a powder coating manufacturer that utilizes waste powder coating as a raw material and re-extrudes it into a custom, color-matched product per the customers’ demands.

A Study of How CNSL Blends Affect Coating Properties

Synthesis and Studies of Corrosion-Resistant, Low-Cost, Water-Based Coatings for Steel Surfaces

Deepti Shikha Rita Awasthi

March 11, 2020

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It was found that samples having a higher percentage of CNSL showed excellent corrosion scratch properties, and successfully passed the humidity and blistering tests. Analyzing the overall performance of the films derived from each sample, it may be said that all the samples showed good mechanical, chemical and corrosion resis¬tance, keeping cost in mind.

Complete Appearance Control for Effect Paint Systems

Matthew Adby

March 9, 2020

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Currently there are two types of advanced appearance measurement instruments avail¬able on the market capable of determining radiometric and texture information of effect color shades at various directional and quasi-diffuse measurement geometries.

The Impact of Insoluble Cellulose Fibrils

on the Rheology of Water-Based Acrylic Satin Paint Upon Tinting

Otto Soidinsalo Harrison Christopher Gallantree-Smith Scott Mouw

March 6, 2020

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Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) is a multi-functional additive for coatings, adhesives and sealants, with a pronounced effect in improving rheology, stabilization and surface properties.

Is a New Pre-Dispersion Milling Process the Key

to Improved Efficiency in Color Suspensions?

Steffen Pilotek Verena Mühlberger

March 4, 2020

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A new pre-dispersion process has been developed that creates a homogenous slurry suitable for micro-bead milling, reliably bringing the promised cost savings and efficiency to an industrialized color suspension process for the first time.

Climate Change and the Future of Coatings Businesses

Dr. David Brunt

March 5, 2020

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Companies and suppliers can do their bit to avert a climate catastrophe and also ensure that they have a financially sustainable business in the future by voluntarily adopting science-based targets.

Small Particles, Big Changes

Cost-Effective Improvement of Corrosion Protection for DTM Coatings

Andy Noble-Judge Chris Barbé

March 3, 2020

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The requirements that are normally in balance in a DTM can be achieved using Inhibispheres (IS) due to their size, shape, refractive index and the sustained release of their unique corrosion inhibitors.

Unlocking Additional Benefits in Sustainability

Synergies of Biorenewable with Recycle Content for the Future of Performance Coatings

Gary Spilman Austin Ardanowski Sara Ayyad Ethan Strobel

March 2, 2020

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This article presents encouraging results from a designed study looking at the combination of recycled and renewable feedstocks, as well as the use of non-metallic corrosion inhibition, resulting in a new product for superb metal substrate protection.

Milliken & Company Announces Intent to Buy Borchers

January 17, 2020

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Milliken & Co. has signed an agreement to acquire Borchers Group Limited, a global specialty chemicals company known for its high-performance coating additives and specialty catalyst solutions.

KRAHN Chemie Acquires Greek Distributor

January 24, 2020

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KRAHN Chemie GmbH has acquired a majority share of InterActive S.A., headquartered in Athens, Greece.

Chemours Sells Methylamines Business to Belle Chemical

January 10, 2020

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The Chemours Co. has sold its methylamines business unit to Belle Chemical Co., an affiliate of Cornerstone Chemical Co.

PPG to Buy Manufacturer of Automotive Refinish and Light Industrial Coatings

January 10, 2020

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PPG has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Industria Chimica Reggiana (ICR) S.p.A., a manufacturer of paints and coatings for the automotive refinish and light industrial coatings industries.

Synthomer Receives European Commission Clearance for OMNOVA Acquisition

January 17, 2020

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Synthomer plc received conditional clearance from the European Commission regarding its proposed acquisition of OMNOVA Solutions Inc.

Gabriel Performance Products Announces Acquisition

November 6, 2019

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Gabriel Performance Products, a U.S.-based specialty chemicals company, announced the acquisition of a select portfolio of alkyd resins from Deltech Resin Co.

KRAHN Chemie to Sell Ecoat Binders

January 31, 2020

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The chemical distributor KRAHN Chemie Group has signed a distribution agreement with the French company Ecoat SAS, which develops bio-based and water-based binders for the coatings industry.

BASF to Expand Polyurethane Dispersion Business in Europe

January 24, 2020

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BASF announced an investment in the capacity expansion of water-based polyurethane dispersions at its Castellbisbal site in Spain.

Zochem And Palmer Holland Expand Distribution Agreement

January 24, 2020

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Effective immediately, Zochem, a manufacturer of zinc oxide in North America, is expanding Palmer Holland's distribution territory into Canada.

Safic-Alcan and Eurotec Announce Distribution Agreement

January 31, 2020

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Safic-Alcan, a global distributor of specialty chemicals, has extended its distribution partnership with Eurotec in Poland.

Covestro Pauses MDI Project in Texas

January 24, 2020

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Due to challenging global market conditions, Covestro has decided to delay further work on its MDI plant expansion in Baytown, Texas.

Axalta’s Automotive Color of the Year Makes a Splash with Electrifying Chroma

January 10, 2020

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Axalta is making a splash with its 2020 Global Automotive Color of the Year "Sea Glass."

Maroon Group Receives EcoVadis Silver Level Recognition

October 24, 2018

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Specialty chemicals distributor Maroon Group, Avon, Ohio, has achieved EcoVadis silver level recognition for Corporate Social Responsibility.

Arkema Selects Brenntag to Distribute Waterborne Resins in Canada

January 17, 2020

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Arkema announced that effective March 1, 2020, Brenntag Canada will be the primary distributor in Canada for all Arkema waterborne resins sold under the ENCOR®, CELOCOR®, SNAP® and NEOCAR® trade names.

Dow Coating Materials Expands Palmer Holland’s Territory

January 17, 2020

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Effective March 1, 2020, Dow Coating Materials, a manufacturer of water-based and solvent-based acrylic technology, is expanding Palmer Holland's authorization to distribute DCM acrylic products in Canada.

Palmer Holland Converts to Employee Stock Ownership Plan

January 10, 2020

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Specialty chemical distributor Palmer Holland converted to a privately held Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with an ownership team made entirely of employees.

Evonik Opens Multi-Purpose Silicone Production Facility in Germany

February 7, 2020

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After less than 18 months of construction, Evonik officially opened its new multi-purpose silicones manufacturing facility in Geesthacht, Germany.

Oxea Integrates into Newly Formed Energy Company

January 24, 2020

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The chemical company Oxea, part of the Oman Oil Co. & Orpic Group, joins eight other companies in a process to create a new, integrated energy company that will trade under the brand name OQ.

Ashland Appoints IMCD as Exclusive Channel Partner

January 10, 2020

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Ashland announced the extension of its global distribution agreement with IMCD, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and food ingredients, in the coatings, construction and performance specialties businesses in Spain and Portugal.

MFG Chemical Receives SOCMA Award

January 10, 2020

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Specialty chemical provider MFG Chemical received a Performance Improvement Award for Resource Management and Waste Minimization from SOCMA, a U.S. trade association representing specialty and fine chemical manufacturers.

Techkon Announces Partnership With Idealliance

January 10, 2020

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Techkon USA, a leader in densitometers, spectrophotometers and software solutions for the global print and packaging communities, announced a new partnership program with Idealliance.

ALTANA Aims to Be CO2 Neutral by 2025

January 10, 2020

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By 2025, the specialty chemicals group ALTANA will reduce its CO2 impact from production and energy procurement worldwide to zero.

PaintExpo 2020, conferences for coating services

PaintExpo to Showcase Trendsetting Solutions for Sustainable Painting Processes

January 10, 2020

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With roughly 500 exhibitors already registered at the end of December 2019, the upcoming PaintExpo will offer an unparalleled range of solutions for the global coating industry.

New York State Passes Paint Recycling Program

January 5, 2020

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Residents and businesses across New York State will soon be able to recycle their unwanted paint thanks to a new law that was approved by the New York State Legislature and signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Growth Projected for Biopolymer Coatings Market

January 24, 2020

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According to a new study by Brandessence Market Research and Consulting, the market for biopolymer coatings was valued at $955.5 million in 2018 and is projected to reach around $1446.3 million by 2025.

Scientists Develop Coating That Prevents Ice Formation

February 21, 2020

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Materials scientists at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering and colleagues in China have developed a coating that prevents ice from forming.

BCF Stresses Need for Alignment on Chemicals as UK Exits European Union

January 31, 2020

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The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has weighed in on recent comments regarding the UK's exit from the European Union and the need for alignment on chemicals between the UK and the EU.

Past Decade Has Produced a Sustainability Shift

February 14, 2020

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According to a specialist in sustainable solutions in the cleaning industry, the past decade is when sustainability came of age.

Microbial Monitoring from Sanitized Preservation AG

March 2, 2020

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LUMINULTRA microbial monitoring test kits are now offered during production.

Particle Size Analyzer from Micromeritics Instrument Corp.

March 2, 2020

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The Sub-Sieve Autosizer II (SAS II) boosts the productivity and accuracy of particle sizing via the air permeability technique.

Spectrophotometer from Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc.

March 2, 2020

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CM-26dG spectrophotometer is a sphere spectrophotometer with a true integrated, ASTM-compliant, 60-degree gloss sensor built in that allows simultaneous measurements of color and gloss within the same instrument.

In-Line Viscometer from Automation Products Inc.

March 2, 2020

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Designed for high accuracy with fast and continuous readings, the Dynatrol CL-10DV provides excellent results for resins, coatings and primers, and offers outstanding repeatability in Newtonian or shear thinning liquids.

Controlled Containment System from Hemco

March 2, 2020

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The CCS (Controlled Containment System) is engineered to safely contain and control airborne particulate from sampling procedures.

Anti-Corrosion Additive from Micro Powders Inc.

March 2, 2020

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GraphShield 730 anti-corrosion additive for powder coating applications uses a wax composite technology to deliver a high loading of Garmor's edge functionalized graphene.

Defoamer from BASF

March 2, 2020

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Foamaster WO 2360 complies with major food contact regulations for adhesives, paper coating applications and functional packaging.

Bead Mill from Buhler

March 2, 2020

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MicroMedia Invicta incorporates an innovative process chamber design and a new bead separator system to deliver a 25% increase in efficiency and 50% uplift in productivity.

Silicone Resin from Evonik

March 2, 2020

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SILIKOPHEN AC 1000 is a methyl silicone-based resin designed for high-temperature applications of large industrial objects.

Low-VOC Coalescents from Oxiteno

March 2, 2020

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Oxiteno's technology enables the development of low-VOC outdoor paints with higher dirt pick-up resistance, improved latex film formation and reduced surfactant leaching from paints.

Coating Thickness Gauge from TQC Sheen

March 2, 2020

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The PowderTAG thickness analyzing gauge now offers a much faster measuring speed.

Differences between colors can be described using dL*, da*, and db* values, but for simplicity a single value describing the overall magnitude of the difference between two colors is preferred.

Being first to market with innovations that satisfy consumer demand is essential for manufacturers looking to grow sales and increase share of wallet. Formulators must move quickly to seize new opportunities driven by architectural paint trends, as well as ensure overall product performance and brand experience are not compromised.

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