Bio-surfactants are a promising alternative to chemical surfactants in the development of eco-friendly and high-performance coatings due to their bio-degradability, low toxicity, renewable feedstocks, and enhanced performance in various aspects of coatings formulations.
Explore the latest developments in powder coating technology, and how these advancements are expanding its applications across various industries. This article delves into the innovative strides within powder coatings, shedding light on new formulations, application techniques, and the burgeoning scope of this versatile finishing method.
This article offers a comprehensive guide to the impact that 100%-VOC coalescents that are still present in the paint industry (such as glycol ethers and glycol ether acetates) have on the properties of coatings with different PVC based on various dispersions and for various applications.
Researchers at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering explore using piezoelectric nanoparticles for smart material design. The team discovered a key role for friction between particles in causing the materials to flip from a fluid to a more solid structure. Potential applications are paint that does not clump, liquids that harden into a mold when shaken, and wearable protective gear that stiffens when hit.
Fixr.com’s latest Paint & Color Trends Report reveals insights on paint and color trends for 2024, drawn from a survey of 71 leading interior design and home staging experts, aiming to guide homeowners in making informed decisions for their homes that align with contemporary design and the move towards natural aesthetics.
The new abrasion-resistant rotary batch mini mixer blends up to 10 cu ft (283 ℓ) of aggregates, metal powders, pigments, sand, chemicals, reinforced thermoplastics, and other abrasive materials, with or without liquid additions, in ratios down to one part per million with total uniformity in two to three minutes.
Real-world performance data compiled from ships applied with AkzoNobel's International® brand Intersleek® 1100SR shows the coating has slashed ship fuel bills. The product is a biocide-free fouling control coating featuring patented slime-release technology that tackles micro-fouling on ships’ hulls.
Capable of processing viscous solutions, dispersions, suspensions, and emulsions with viscosities in the hundreds of thousands of centipoise, the ROSS line of VersaMix multi-shaft mixers is built for longevity, speed and efficiency.
The integration of AI within R&D processes and “lab of the future” initiatives can dramatically help accelerate innovation cycles and provide companies with a significant competitive advantage.