Materials in chemistry

Knowledge of a material’s hardness is indispensable for its proper application. In response to this need, hardness testing methods were developed, particularly over the course of the last century. However, …

Without silicon, our modern daily life would look entirely different. It is found in every microchip but also in baking moulds, lubricants, cosmetics, and plastics: the element silicon. Silicon – …

The term polyolefins refers to polymers produced from alkenes such as ethene, propene, butene, 2-methylpropene, and 4-methyl-1-pentene. Polyolefins are saturated hydrocarbons characterized by low density, good chemical resistance, low water …

Industrial Applications and Compatible Hose Technology Many people have heard the term aqua regia, but what exactly is this special ‘water’ and what is it made of? The name “aqua …

What do ski boots, household sponges, mattresses, and insulation panels have in common? All of these products contain the plastic polyurethane. Who Developed PUR? Polyurethane was developed in 1937 by …

Epoxy Resin is a sought-after material used in industry, everyday life, and even in art. It is a synthetic resin which, when mixed with a hardener, forms a thermosetting plastic. …

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) are organic compounds that are harmful to humans and animals and degrade only very slowly in the environment. They contaminate air, soil and water and can …

Carbon is located in the second period and fourth main group of the periodic table of the elements. This position gives it something of a special role, since it can …

The Birth Certificates of Chemical Substances In chemical research – and especially in the development of new chemical products – detailed knowledge of the properties of the raw and auxiliary …

If you need to insulate a damaged cable or install new wiring, it’s always a good idea to have a few heat shrink tubes on hand. Thanks to their adaptable …