Research & Development
easyjet trials innovative lightweight aero-paint
easyJet is the first airline in the world to trial a new lightweight paint solution
Michael Hansen, Chief Commercial Officer explains how Hempel is going to meet customer sustainability targets
Much has been said and written about the consequences of COVID-19. They have been, and still are, severe for the global marine industry. I will not go into detail about the present COVID-19 situation. However, I am certain that we will overcome this virus, and...
Nouryon completes organic peroxides expansion in Brazil
Nouryon has completed a project to more than double capacity for organic peroxides at its plant in Itupeva, Brazil. The expansion will add capacity for products including methyl ethyl ketone peroxides (MEKP) as well as dibenzyl peroxide (BPO) pastes and waxes. These...
AkzoNobel is weathering the COVID-19 storm
As the complex situation regarding the global pandemic continues to evolve, AkzoNobel remains focused on ensuring employee health and safety and maintaining business continuity. The various steps taken to continue serving customers and rapidly reduce costs are...
A successful autonomous drone inspection test
A drone has successfully inspected a 19.4 metre high oil tank on board a Floating Production, Storage and Offloading vessel. The video shot by the drone was interpreted in real-time by an algorithm to detect cracks in the structure. It is the latest step in a...
New coating makes an impact in the tough bulk sector
A new coating developed to deliver greater protection to bulk carrier cargo holds has gained considerable market acceptance with almost 40 applications since its official introduction in August last year. Nippon Paint Marine’s new Neoguard Toughness has already been...
AkzoNobel’s enhanced powder coating puts emphasis on hygiene
Increased demand for products that can improve hygiene has prompted AkzoNobel to accelerate the addition of antimicrobial* properties to its Interpon D1000 and 2000 range of architectural powder coatings. With cleanliness now on everyone’s agenda, the extra...
Designing the Kinnet Tunnel for a 100-year service life
The Kinnet tunnel was designed to collect flood water from the entire Arava region and the city of Eilat, Israel. It is being constructed in a highly aggressive environment with sulphate-rich ground and extremely hot weather conditions. Moreover, the regions’ flood...
Routine responses to emergencies during this global pandemic
In these unprecedented times, delivering specialised services for mission-critical equipment in the energy sector can be a challenge. To this, IGS said - Challenge Accepted! “For IGS, it is essential to keep delivering the quality of services that our clients around...
Antibacterial coating application systems
Highest standards of hygiene are essential for health care operators. Despite frequent cleaning, however, certain frequently used surfaces such as door handles, elevator buttons, shopping trolley handrails and light switches pose a considerable risk of transmission of...
MarineLINE continues working on chemical and product tankers during Covid-19
In an interview with PCE-International, David J Keehan, President of Advanced Polymer Coatings (APC), presents some of the challenges his company has faced during the Covid-19 crisis, and how APC has risen to continue to meet customer and employee expectations. “The...
Weathering the storm in the oil & gas industry
In these days of plummeting oil prices and uncertainty on every side, it is important for rig owners and operators to have a good layup strategy in place. This will help them retain the value of their assets until the market warrants bringing them back online....
Nouryon launches elastomeric cool roof coatings solution
Nouryon is launching a new solution for the building and construction market that boosts the effectiveness of energy-saving ‘cool roof’ coatings by improving their ability to reflect light and enhancing their self-cleaning properties. The new concept combines...
Elcometer Technical Manager appointed as NACE Standards Board Vice Chair
Following the recent formation of their new Standards Board, NACE International, a worldwide corrosion prevention organisation, has appointed David Barnes, Elcometer’s Technical Manager, as their Vice Chair. David has been elected as Vice Chair due to his proven...
International Paint deliver critical products for Hong Kong quarantine facility
AkzoNobel has recently managed to successfully deliver critical International Paint for the construction of quarantine facilities in Hong Kong. Over 5,000 tonnes of anti-corrosive protective coating were safely delivered to the quarantine facilities. The sustainable,...
Corrosion to Covid-19 support for UK front line workers
Hexigone Inhibitors, who usually manufacture chromate-free corrosion inhibitors, are manufacturing hand sanitiser to help protect staff on the front line. The sanitiser, which meets the standard set by the World Health Organisation, is already in use in local...