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23-06-2022

BASF offers intermediates with low carbon footprint

BASF has calculated the individual carbon footprints for a large proportion of its chemical intermediates and is significantly below the global average. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/basf-offers-intermediates-with-low-carbon-footprint-3191032.html

16-02-2022

Universally Applicable Matting Agents

Evonik is expanding its Acematt product line with three matting agents. The products are characterized by a combination of efficient, ultra-deep matting, high transparency, and a very fine surface haptic. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/product-news/universally-applicable-matting-agents-3130676.html

22-04-2021

Peak prices on the commodity market

On the world market, prices for epoxy resin, polyester raw materials and titanium dioxide have risen sharply. This is due to supply bottlenecks and increased demand. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/peak-prices-on-the-commodity-market-2879837.html

03-08-2020

Architectural paints: Thermal preservation instead of biocide application?

Biocidal products protect, among other things, paints and varnishes in containers from microbial damage during storage. Due to potential health risks, they are currently under strong pressure from bans and regulatory restrictions. The Fraunhofer IPA has now carried out promising preliminary tests to make emulsion paints thermally stable. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/architectural-paints-thermal-preservation-instead-of-biocide-application-2647471.html

06-01-2020

Precious corundum for scratch-resistant paints and coatings

In paints and coatings, white corundum increases the scratch and abrasion resistance of the often sensitive surfaces. In order to make corundum more compatible with various binders, Wester Mineralien, a refiner of white corundum, works with customers to determine the most suitable organic agent for surface modification and tests its effectiveness. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/product-news/precious-corundum-for-scratch-resistant-paints-and-coatings-2526527.html