Abstract
Commerical Applications for Nanoscale Sol Gel Coatings looks at technology
providers commercialising nanoscale sol gel coatings, one of the more mature
areas of nanotechnology. Coatings types and applications featured in this
report include:
Coating types
- Anti-microbial
- Hygiene
- Anti-fingerprinting
- Easy-to-clean
- Self-cleaning
- Hydrophobic
- Anti-scratch
- Anti-corrosion
- Anti-fog
- Anti-adhesive
- Anti-reflective
Market applications
Glass: easy-to-clean on glassware and ceramics.windows and glass panels, solar
cells, shower cubicles, mirrors.
Medicine and medical technology: catheters, hygiene surfaces, soft cleaning
tissues.
Consumer goods: synthetic glazing, diver' s and swimming goggles, motorbike
windshields, helmet visors, ski goggles.
Consruction: Outdoor surfaces, which are exposed to the elements such as
self-cleaning facades (concrete-, plastic, metal or painted surfaces),
windows, doors and gates.
Household: kitchen, furniture, lights and door handles, music equipment.
Antibacterial cleaning and sealing for cookware. Sanitary equipment such as
tiles, bath -tubs, shower bath, washbasin, armature made of stainless steel
and chromium, shower cabinets, toilet seat.
Automobiles: head lights, windows, improved visibility in the rain, and a
significantly easier removal of dirt and ice.
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