Industry Trends

October 2020

See what has been happening in Asia’s coating and resins industries over the last weeks. What are experts and industry magazines talking about?

What has been happening?

Contraction in the demand for paints and coatings in the first half 2020, enhanced barrier properties of epoxy coatings, controlled release of corrosion inhibitors in self-healing epoxy coatings, and more. Find out what journals and industry experts have been discussing in the last four weeks.

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Significant contraction in the demand for paints and coatings in the first half of 2020
European Coatings – News

In the first six months of 2020 the global market lost about -9 % in value, while the TOP 11 global producers lost over -10 % in sales revenues compared to 2019. Companies serving the decorative paint market fared better than suppliers focused on industrial coatings.
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Enhanced barrier properties of epoxy coatings
European Coatings – News

A new study describes the barrier properties of epoxy coating containing CaCO3 microparticles modified with cerium nitrate.
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Controlled release of corrosion inhibitors in self-healing epoxy coatings
European Coatings – News

Scientists describe the fabrication of β-cyclodextrin modified halloysite nanocapsules for controlled release of corrosion inhibitors in self-healing epoxy coatings.
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Nacre inspired tailoring of mechanically strong hydrophobic coatings through Layer-by-Layer assembly
ScienceDirect Publication: Surface and Coatings Technology

Nacre has been an extensively studied biomaterial exhibiting remarkable and myriad strength, stiffness, and toughness.
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Enhanced protective nanoparticle-modified MgAl-LDHs coatings on titanium alloy
ScienceDirect Publication: Surface and Coatings Technology

Mgsingle bondAl LDHs (layered double hydroxides) coatings were deposited on the surface of titanium alloy Ti10V2Fe3Al, accompanied by modification with ZrO2 and MoS2 nanoparticles through electrophoretic deposition.
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Formulation of a smart eco-friendly anti-corrosive powder coating

European Coatings

Scientists describe a polyester-epoxy resin/conducting polymer/barium sulfate hybrid composite as an eco-friendly anti-corrosive powder coating. This polymer composites presented in the study represent high efficient anti-corrosive coatings based on (toluidines and phenylenediamines) /BaSO4 polymer composites for steel protection.

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Highly efficient and stable antimicrobial surfaces

European Coatings

Scientists report on a biocide mechanism based on zinc oxide–reduced graphene oxide photocatalytic coatings. Highly efficient photoactive antimicrobial coatings were obtained using zinc oxide–reduced graphene oxide nanocomposites (ZnO–rGO). Their remarkable antibacterial activity and high stability demonstrated their potential use for photoactive biocide surfaces.

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PLA as a hydrophobic coating material on kraft paper

European Coatings

In a new study, a facile solution casting method for coating Poly lactic acid (PLA) on Kraft paper was developed to impart hydrophobicity and to use sustainable materials in the development of coated abrasive products.

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COVID-19: Details set out for parties to get relief from construction delays and contract breaches
Channel NewsAsia

Some contractors, tenants and landlords affected by contractual delays or breaches due to the coronavirus situation can now apply for relief, as amendments to the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act came into force.
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Bong Go backs construction of Bulacan airport
Daily Tribune

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has expressed his support for the construction of the New Manila International Airport project in Bulacan while reminding its proponents to ensure compliance with labor, environmental and other applicable laws, rules and regulations.
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Filipino-owned construction firm plans to build more isolation centers in PH
Manila Bulletin

Filipino-owned Smarthouse Corporation expects the demand for COVID-19 isolation centers to increase until next year, a top company official said.
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Construction of US$143-million industrial park begins in Binh Dinh
Nhan Dan Newspaper

Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh attended a ground-breaking ceremony for the Becamex VSIP Binh Dinh Township and Industrial Park.
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Malaysia's construction industry records $6b losses in first three lockdown phases
The Straits Times

Malaysia’s construction industry suffered RM18.5 billion (S$6.03 billion) in losses during the first three phases of the country’s lockdowns to curb the spread of the coronavirus, Works Minister Fadillah Yusof said.
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S'pore's projected construction demand for 2020 slashed by $10 billion; some pickup expected from 2021: BCA
The Straits Times

Construction demand is expected to recover to some extent from 2021, said the Building and Construction Authority.
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