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SS Rotterdam – a case study in coatings innovation
Preserving an icon – how a modern makeover of the SS Rotterdam became a case study in coatings innovation
Articles by Mark Langdon
Architectural Coatings
Selecting the ideal intumescent fire-resistant material
Carboline explains how to select the ideal intumescent fire-resistant material
Coating Inspection
Superior antifouling coating scheme design
Carl Barnes, Head of Marine Consultancy ̶ Safinah explains the need to consider speed, activity and seawater temperature when designing an antifouling coating scheme.
Brand Updates
Protecting aviation history
When a UK aviation museum asked AkzoNobel to help protect one of its remarkable aviation history exhibits, the last thing on anyone’s mind was recommending an exterior gloss paint supplied the company’s Dulux brand – but that’s exactly what happened.
Coatings Technology
Sepiolite vs Bentonite: Understanding the rheological impact of two distinct clays
In the formulation of products such as paints, coatings, adhesives, mortars, and various construction materials, rheological control is a cornerstone of performance.
Brand Updates
Next generation No 1 top coat
Jotun has announced the launch of Hardtop XP II – the next generation of its most sold product. The original Hardtop XP is a well-known and recognised top coat in various industries like energy, shipping and infrastructure
Featured Article
The importance of surface treatment standards
Guaranteeing the quality and durability of surface treatment standards
Corrosion
Primers with purpose: The No,1 overlooked power in corrosion protection
More than a basecoat, the right primer plays a decisive role in how long a coating system can stand up to the elements
Corrosion
Avoiding the pinholes and holidays in coatings
Pinholes and holidays are critical factors when selecting a coating system fit for purpose in combination with application techniques
Featured Article
Painting in challenging conditions
Tallink’s Star I was in drydock in early February where the vessel’s hull and sides were repainted in challenging conditions