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Hempel opens new factory in Argentina
Hempel has inaugurated its 24th factory in Argentina, the first in South America.
Nanomaterials: no extraordinary risks known at present
The intermediary report on "10 Years of Research: Risk Assessment, Human and Environmental Toxicology of Nanomaterials” is now available in English.
Forecasting future trends for architectural coatings
Researchers at the Institute International Trendscouting (IIT) have developed a methodology to help predict future trends for architectural coatings.
BASF concentrates on alternatives to lead chromate pigments
BASF is going to stop producing lead chromate pigments by the end of 2014.
Smart paint can detect microscopic faults in large structures
Environmentally-friendly paint uses nanotechnology to detect movement in large structures, and could shape the future of safety monitoring.
Brenntag opens new head office in India
Brenntag’s new office in Mumbai represents the distributor’s continued commitment to invest in India.
Interest in halogen-free flame retardants is growing
A conference presentation will review various halogen-free solutions based on intumescent formulations, nanoparticles and other non-intumescent formulations developed over the last decade.
Asia Pacific: biggest market for sealants and adhesives
The global market for adhesives was estimated to be worth USD 21,527 million in 2010 and is expected to reach USD 28,659 million by 2016, growing at a CAGR of 5 % from 2011 to 2016.
Macroporous polystyrene foam under control
Isolation of buildings with polystyrene is usual. A new method for the controlled production of structured foam is published. The technique is based on the polymerisation of foamed emulsions of oil in water containing styrene, water, glycerol, and sodium dodecylsulfate.
ECHA launches the Classification and Labelling Inventory of chemicals on the EU market
ECHA has launched the Public Classification and Labelling (C&L) Inventory with the information coming from REACH registrations and CLP notifications so far received by the Agency. Over three million submission records covering more than 90,000 chemical substances are now freely accessible from the ECHA website.
The supply with raw materials and energy becomes sustainable
The material and energetic utilization of biomass reduces the emission of gases harmful to the climate, diversifies the raw materials supply and stabilises it long-term. The Fraunhofer Innovation Cluster Bioenergy (UMSICHT) develops now new utilisation concepts for biomass. The objective is to tap optimation potentials in collection, transport, storage and process management.
Dynamic shift in the APAC decorative coatings market in 2012
According to market research firm Frost & Sullivan the Asia Pacific decorative coatings market is likely to reach USD 18.20 billion by 2012.
Packing one atom in a cage within an atom framework for a new catalyst
A hull of twelve copper atoms encases a single tin atom. This hull is, in turn, enveloped by 20 further tin atoms. A new way for highly efficient catlysts and nanotubes with unusual symmetry was found.
Global demand for paint and coatings to increase
Global demand for paint and coatings is forecast to rise 5.4 % per year to 45.6 million metric tons in 2015.
Biomass transferred into valuable chemicals
From plants to plastics – that’s the topic of the knowledge based bio economy program of the EU. The result is 30 % more sustainable chemical supply.
Safic-Alcan acquires Dutch Company Necarbo
Safic-Alcan buys Necarbo, a Dutch specialist in additives for the coatings and inks industry.
Industrial Use of Renewable Raw Materials discussed
A symposium will present the whole production chain under the view of renewability.
Elcometer expands its operations in Europe
Following the opening of their offices in Japan, Elcometer has announced the expansion of operations in Western Europe.
Renewable raw materials: Roquette and Rhodia Acetowco-operate
Roquette and Rhodia Acetow sign joint development agreement for the development of new plant-based polymers.
