Researchers out of the VTT Technical Researcher Center of Finland Ltd. recently announced that they have developed a highly fire-retardant coating from nanocellulose. The goal is…
Month: May 2019
The groundwater of Rockford, Michigan, is contaminated by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, chemicals found in everything from nonstick pans to dental floss to—in the case…
Hurdles to mainstream adoption, says United Technologies’ resident expert, include certification of additive parts, limitations in the design toolchain, and training for engineers. When the…
Bio-based coatings are getting more and more attention, even though switching away from petro-chemistry is everything but easy. We spoke with experts from Covestro and PPG about the…
A more sustainable way of making hydrogen fuel from water using sunlight is a step closer according to new research from the University of Bath’s…
A new method to prepare covalently coloured polyurethane latex has been developed based on the polymerisation of dye monomers. In a recent work, a new…
Following the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued Presidential Directive 7: Critical Infrastructure Identification, Prioritization, and Protectionto establish a…
Frequently, customers have used fume hood exhaust to ventilate hood base cabinets. The author finds both the need for this practice and the designs for…
A tech expert at Kuka addresses some basics. Manufacturers aren’t entirely familiar with the opportunities and benefits the Internet of Things (IoT) can deliver. In fact, 30% of…
Sometimes building credible relationships with your employees and suppliers is more important than finding the “perfect” fit. When there’s an important job to fill, it…