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In our Knowledge centre, you can find the articles that out Technical Sales Team have written about common topics from across our markets.

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A family house being constructed using 3d printed concrete

Inside the Mix – Understanding additives in 3D printed concrete

3D printed concrete offers the potential for quick sustainable construction

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Fire Retardant Additives for Thermal Runaway

Expandable graphite and Quarzwerke minerals can be used to enhance flame-retardant systems for EV safety.

High-Temperature Expandable Graphite for Engineering Polymers

High Temperature Expandable Graphite from LUH is able to be used in thermoplastics without expanding during the extrusion process.

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Micaceous Iron Oxide | The “ore-some” Component of High Performance Protective Coatings

Micaceous Iron Oxide (MIO) is a naturally occurring iron oxide used in protective coatings due to a lamellar/platy morphology that allows it to form a barrier towards the ingress of water.

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When Temperature Talks: How Thermochromic Pigments Transform Materials

Thermochromic pigments, such as Chromazone®, enable formulators to create products with dynamic and heat-sensitive, colour changes. These smart materials have found their way into various applications, from functional safety indicators to eye-catching promotional products. For example, reversible thermochromic pigments are used in novelty mugs that reveal hidden designs when filled with hot beverages, packaging that signals when food or drink is at the optimal temperature for consumption, security labels for brand protection and anti-counterfeiting, and temperature-sensitive warning indicators on surfaces or medical devices.