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LATEST INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
4D Printing – the extra dimension
For decades, additive manufacturing (AM) has focused on optimising three-dimensional spatial architectures, optimising strength-to-weight ratios … Continued
How Paint is Formulated
A paint batch can look fine in the can and still fail where it matters: … Continued
Best Practices for Formulating with Niacinamide
Why Niacinamide Matters to Formulators Unlike many trend-driven cosmetic actives, niacinamide offers multiple benefits across … Continued
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS ARCHIVE
A Formulator’s Perspective on Stability, Sensory Excellence and Strategic Ingredient Selection In skincare formulation, few ingredient groups are as foundational or as influential as oil and water emulsifiers. After two decades working across formulation development, regulatory consultancy and brand strategy … Continued
The lubricants and metalworking fluid (MWF) industry is on the cusp of a tectonic shift. For decades, Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), a family of synthetic chemicals prized for their water, oil, and heat resistance, have been quiet workhorses. They’ve … Continued
Color drenching is a design style where the entire room surfaces including walls ceiling trim, doors, built-ins and furniture is painted in the same color or very similar shades to provide the impression of cohesiveness. The resulting appearance also creates … Continued
Strong demand and technical advances continue to drive innovation in portable power solutions. The most recent example comes from Bluetti, which partnered with German advanced-materials giant Covestro on its next-generation Elite series model. The companies showcased the product –– dubbed … Continued
In a world where products are expected to perform reliably across diverse climates and increasingly extreme weather conditions, the role of weather services in testing and certification has never been more critical. Modern industries — from automotive and aerospace to plastics, textiles, … Continued
