Battelle scientists have developed a tiny bead, the Battelle Smart Corrosion Detector™ bead, that not only detects corrosion but delivers a payload to help heal the microscopic cracks that rust creates.
In the wake of recent offshore oil spills and with the growing popularity of fracking, in which water is used to release oil and gas from shale, there’s a need for easy, quick ways to separate oil and water.
Stephen Falder has been appointed the new Secretary General of the Nova Paint Club following the retirement of Peter Lovell, who has been in the role since 1993.
Sudarshan announced that William L. Baker will assume responsibility for the company’s North American Operations for the Industrial Division, responsible for pigments and effect pigments in the coatings, inks and plastics markets.
Private equity firm Huron Capital Partners LLC and industry veteran Ray Chlodney have cofounded Valentus Specialty Chemicals Inc. (Valentus), a platform company in the specialty coatings industry.