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The Future of Hard Chrome: Pioneering Innovations for Sustainable Solutions

Although useful, chromic acid and other compounds that contain hexavalent chromium ions are highly toxic and carcinogenic. However, one company has developed an alternative for the hard chrome process that achieves thick, conformal coatings with wear and fatigue resistance comparable or superior to hexavalent chromium-based systems.

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Headquarters Relocates for Growth and Sustainability

Gema's headquarters moves to Gossau, Switzerland, to boost production capacity and sustainability efforts with upgraded testing labs and modern infrastructure.

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Particle Technology Enhances Metallic Coatings

Akzonobel’s powder coatings offer metallic finishes with patented particle technology, featuring zero VOCs and sustainable reuse of overspray.

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Episode 48: An Interview With Louis Lebrun, Axine Water Technologies

PF's On the Line podcast explores an electrochemical oxidation technology designed to eliminate PFAS compounds.

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Three Palettes Offer Sustainable Design Solutions

With three vibrant palettes, AkzoNobel’s Interpon D Futura Collection offers high performance and sustainable solutions.

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Sustainable Precious Metal Plating with Recycled Materials

Umicore's Nexyclus provides precious metal plating products made from recycled materials, offering sustainable and reliable solutions.

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Algae-Based Coating Enables Modular Carbon Capture Removal System

Reactive Surfaces, an innovator in bio-based coatings, works on development of Carbon Capture Coatings, which harness the natural CO2-capturing capabilities of live algae.

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Platinum Plating Tech Increases Safety and Sustainability

Umicore has developed a safe platinum plating process for titanium electrolyzer components, improving safety and eliminating the need for toxic chemicals.

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Hydro Building Systems Spain Extends Partnership with Interpon Anodic

Hydro Building Systems Spain extends its 20-year partnership with AkzoNobel, using the Interpon Anodic range to offer more choice and reduce environmental impact.

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Episode 45: An Interview with Chandler Mancuso, MacDermid Envio Solutions

Chandler Mancuso, technical director with MacDermid Envio discusses updating your wastewater treatment system and implementing materials recycling solutions to increase efficiencies, control costs and reduce environmental impact.

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