The winning coating formulation is based on polymer structures developed by the cooperation partner Cypris Materials from California. Instead of classic pigments, special polymer structures with a high proportion of renewable materials are used.
The world's first 3D, form-free, industrially applicable and commercially viable crystal glass-pigment technology solves the technical challenges for incorporation in high-end color coating systems. These perfectly round crystal glass-microsphere dispersions provide increased visibility and detectability, while still maintaining the high-end thin-layer finish required by the automotive and wider-mobility industry.
The completion of the transaction is still subject to customary closing conditions, and both parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. Grace Matthews served as exclusive advisor to Silberline, a company specializing in developing and manufacturing effect pigments utilized in various applications.
Sun Chemical has launched Paliocrom® Satin Gold EH 3600 (L 2131), a mid-shade golden aluminum-based effect pigment with distinct satin character, high chroma, and extremely smooth appearance.
New research from Smithers indicates that the market for organic, inorganic and special-effect high-performance pigments (including metallic and pearlescent products) is facing a pivotal year.
Dr. Uwe Dreyer is the new President of Schlenk Metallic Pigments GmbH, making him Division Manager of the Effect Pigments and Metallic Powders division at the medium-sized chemical group SCHLENK.
