BASF’s Coatings division launches a new generation of clearcoats and undercoats for the Asian Pacific refinish market

BASF’s Coatings division has introduced a new portfolio of eco-efficient clearcoats and undercoats that offers higher quality and increased productivity, and contributes to a significant reduction in CO2 emissions. With this comprehensive portfolio, BASF aims to support body shops with increased profitability and sustainability. These new products have received approvals from leading automotive OEMs, demonstrating their sustainability and technical qualities. With BASF’s biomass balance approach, the … Continue reading BASF’s Coatings division launches a new generation of clearcoats and undercoats for the Asian Pacific refinish market

New fast-curing and UV-resistant Ancamine® 2880 boosts Evonik’s curing agent portfolio

Evonik has launched a new fast-curing and UV-resistant epoxy curing agent, Ancamine® 2880, that offers excellent mechanical properties, abrasion resistance, and color stability throughout its service life. With its low color and high gloss, Ancamine® 2880 is perfect for flooring applications that require excellent surface appearance. In addition, Evonik’s new globally available low viscosity curing agent offers ambient and low temperature curing for easy application, … Continue reading New fast-curing and UV-resistant Ancamine® 2880 boosts Evonik’s curing agent portfolio

Arkema to achieve Mass balance ISCC+ certification at its acrylic monomers production facility in Taixing (China)

Arkema, a leader in specialty materials, announces another significant milestone in the decarbonization of its acrylic production chain, as the company obtains ISCC+ certification for its acrylic acid and ester production facility located in Taixing, Jiangsu Province, China. Developing bio-attributed materials using a mass balance* approach is a fast and complementary pathway to support our customers in the region with drop-in high-performance solutions, more circular sourcing, and to … Continue reading Arkema to achieve Mass balance ISCC+ certification at its acrylic monomers production facility in Taixing (China)

Mallard Creek Polymers to Announce Tykote® 6161, Expanding Functional Barrier Coatings Portfolio

Mallard Creek Polymers (MCP) is committed to environmental stewardship by offering binders for water-based coatings as a compelling alternative to traditional plastic and PFAS-based materials in food packaging. With growing concerns about the environmental impact of single-use plastics and the potential health risks associated with PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), MCP is taking a proactive step to address these issues. Water-based coatings present an innovative … Continue reading Mallard Creek Polymers to Announce Tykote® 6161, Expanding Functional Barrier Coatings Portfolio

Thomas Swan to highlight its European, US production and supply chains as protection against Global Supply Chain disruptions

Thomas Swan highlights the critical importance of robust supply chains. This came in light due to the recent disruption of shipping lanes in the Red Sea. At Thomas Swan, the enhancement of the resilience of the global supply chains is a top priority. It is being actively managed and de-risked to ensure the delivery of an unrivaled service to the customers. In-house Production & Supply Chains … Continue reading Thomas Swan to highlight its European, US production and supply chains as protection against Global Supply Chain disruptions

Evonik to expand production of precipitated silica at US site in Charleston by 50 percent

Evonik, one of the world’s leading silica producers, invests in a plant expansion for precipitated silica at its site in Charleston, USA. The new line in South Carolina is satisfying the high demand in particular from the tire industry in North America and makes the supply chains of Evonik partners in the region resilient by enabling local silica sourcing. Silica is a key ingredient for … Continue reading Evonik to expand production of precipitated silica at US site in Charleston by 50 percent