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ULTRASONIC SYSTEMS INC.: Spray Coating System

September 12, 2017

A number of enhancements have been made to the PRISM-400 nozzle-less spray coating platform.

AkzoNobel Placed in Top Ranking on Dow Jones Sustainability Index

The company has now been featured in the top 10 for 12 consecutive years.

September 12, 2017

AkzoNobel has returned to the top of the influential Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) to lead the rankings for the fifth time in six years.

Global Aerospace Coatings Market to Grow 7%

The growth in the aviation industry is the major driver for the growing market for aerospace coatings.

September 11, 2017

The global aerospace coatings market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 7% during the forecast 2017-2021 period.

Fabricating Smart Surfaces

A new study in plasma processes and polymers shows promising forecasts.

Joan Mantini

August 30, 2017

Due to increased interest in smart polymer coatings used to control wetting properties, scientists are working on a way to further develop the properties in applications.

Polyurethane Innovation Award Winners Announced

This award will be presented during the Polyurethanes Technical Conference, which takes place Oct. 2-4 in New Orleans.

August 29, 2017

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced BASF, The Chemours Co., and Covestro as the three finalists for the Polyurethane Innovation Award.

Covestro Announces Adhesives Segment Management Changes

Markus Steilemann, Ph.D., will relinquish his position as head of the polyurethanes segment.

August 29, 2017

Covestro has announced managerial changes in its polyurethanes and coatings, adhesives, specialties segments, effective September 1.

Altstadt Appointed Sea-Land COO

In her new role, Altstadt will be responsible for overseeing all departments and the daily operations of the company reporting to the president.

August 28, 2017

Sea-Land Chemical Co. recently announced the promotion of Jennifer Altstadt to chief operating officer.

Nagase America Buys Fitz Chem

This acquisition advances the strategy of the Nagase Group for growth in the specialty chemicals market in the U.S.

August 25, 2017

Nagase America recently announced that it has acquired US-based specialty chemicals distributor Fitz Chem Corp.

Evonik Building Copolyesters Plant

The project is on track to reach mechanical completion by end of November.

August 24, 2017

Evonik Industries is building a new production plant for specialty copolyesters at its Witten site in Germany.

Testing Thermal Coatings to Increase Engine Lifetime

Researchers are working on a new method that could pave the way to a new design in ceramic coatings.

August 23, 2017

Currently, the researchers are working on a way to test the predictability of protective ceramic thermal barrier coatings used in jet engine turbine blades to better determine an estimated expected lifespan of the turbine blades.