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BASF Develops World's First Particle Foam Based on Polyethersulfone
After two years of intensive research, BASF is now able to present prototypes of the world's first particle foam based on polyethersulfone. The foam is characterized by its unique combination of properties: High-temperature resistance, inherent f…09.20.18
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Emery Oleochemicals Exhibits at 2018 Polyurethanes Technical Conference
Emery Oleochemicals’ Eco-Friendly Polyols business platform will showcase its full portfolio of EMEROX Polyols at the 2018 Polyurethanes Technical Conference, which is being held in Atlanta, Georgia from Oct. 1-3. The company’s s…09.20.18
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AkzoNobel Acquires Xylazel S.A.
Akzo Nobel N.V. acquired Xylazel S.A. a whole subsidiary of Pharma Mar S.A. Xylazel has about 100 employees and a production facility in Porriño. Revenue for 2017 totaled approximately €20 million. "As a part of our…09.20.18
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Breaking News | Pigments
Two Sun Chemical Experts Speak About Latest in Pigment Trends, Technology
During the Pigment and Color Science Forum (Oct. 3-5, 2018 in Boston, MA) and the PNWSCT Northwest Coatings Fest (Oct. 10-12 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada), two experts from Sun Chemical will discuss some of the latest trends in pig…09.20.18
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John Loudermilk Presents Keynote Address at Carbon Black World 2018
Birla Carbon will participate at Carbon Black World 2018, which takes place Sept. 24-26, 2018 in Dusseldorf, Germany. Birla Carbon’s Chief Operation Officer John Loudermilk will present the keynote address at the conference. T…09.20.18
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Bühler Holds Grinding, Dispersing Seminar
Bühler is hosting a seminar Oct. 23-24 regarding wet grinding and dispersing technologies applied in the production of paints and inks, printed electronics, agrochemicals, solar modules, and batteries. The program will combine educ…09.20.18
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John Televantos Inducted into UTECH Hall of Fame at UTECH North America
Rising Star award winners also named.09.19.18
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ExxonMobil Demonstrates Global Adhesives Capability at China Adhesive 2018
ExxonMobil will demonstrate its global adhesives capability in booth 5A402, Hall N5 at China Adhesive 2018. “Asia Pacific and China are at the forefront of global growth and our ongoing investment emphasizes our long-term commitment to…09.19.18
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Axalta is Official Paint of NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars
Axalta said it signed a multi-year agreement to become the "Official Paint Partner” of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Under the new sponsorship, two swim spas in the Jaguars' home stadium, TIAA Bank Field, are being branded as the Axalta…09.19.18
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Behr Displays 2019 Color of the Year at Pop Up Shop
With Erika Woelfel, VP of color & creative services, and Sarah Fishburne, head of The Home Depot's Trend and Design team.Videos Kerry Pianoforte, Editor
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BASF Plastic Additives Middle East Appoints New Managing Director for Bahrain
Michael Willie was named managing director of BASF Plastic Additives Middle East, the state-of-the-art production facility for customer-specific antioxidant blends in Bahrain. As the leading manufacturer and supplier of plastic additives in the regi…09.19.18
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Clariant Updates Strategy, Financial Outlook and Enters Governance Agreement with SABIC
Clariant announced an updated strategy and financial outlook – as well as the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with SABIC on a significant collaboration opportunity between the two companies in the area of high-performance materials. Th…09.19.18
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Birla Carbon Releases 2018 Sustainability Report
Birla Carbon released its 2018 Sustainability Report, titled, ‘Share the Strength – Working Together for a Sustainable Future.’ This is the sixth consecutive annually released sustainability report since 2013. The report d…09.18.18
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BASF Introduces Latest Scientific Findings at IFSCC Congress 2018
BASF experts from different fields will share their latest scientific findings at this year’s International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) Congress, which takes place Sept. 18 to 21 in Munich. They will take part in s…09.18.18
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Smart Packaging in Cosmetics Focus of Conductive Ink Panel
Panel discussion will look at how printed electronics are driving sales in retail.09.18.18
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Breaking News | Industry News
MPM Holdings Inc. Agrees to Acquisition by Investor Group
Consists of SJL Partners, KCC Corporation and Wonik QnC Corporation; transaction valued at approximately $3.1 billion.09.18.18
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BASF Opens Modular Lab for Automotive OEM Coatings at its Münster Site
BASF’s Coatings division opened a new laboratory for automotive OEM coatings at its site in Münster, Germany. The modular “Lean Lab” concept aims to ensure optimized, digitalized and transparent processes and efficient use of r…09.18.18
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Brenntag North America, UMICORE Collaborate for Polyurethane, Polyester Catalyst Distribution
Brenntag North America, Inc. announced a collaboration with Umicore for the distribution of polyurethane and polyester catalysts in the U.S. and Canada. Brenntag North America has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for two Umicore product…09.18.18
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Rust-Oleum Introduces RockSolid Patio & Driveway Program
Under the RockSolid name, Rust-Oleum is rolling out a family of products to protect and beautify patios and driveways. The program includes products for both the pro and DIYer with a variety of sealer options from solvent-based to water…09.18.18
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PPG Completes COLORFUL COMMUNITIES Project at Lucan Community Memorial Centre in Ontario
PPG recently completed a COLORFUL COMMUNITIES project in Lucan, Ontario, that helped revitalize the Lucan Community Memorial Centre indoor hockey arena. The Colorful Communities program provides PPG volunteers and paint products along wi…09.18.18
