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The India construction chemicals market has witnessed a significant increase in its growth rate in the past few years. However, the construction industry in the country has still not reached maturity. Construction chemicals find applications in improving the functionality of different construction materials to enhance performance, workability, functionality, and chemical resistance for increasing the longevity of buildings or other structures.

Recent years have witnessed exponentially expanding infrastructure development activities, and high monetary investments in residential and commercial buildings along with renovation processes of historical monuments, and civil service infrastructure such as dams and bridges have resulted in a relatively higher use of construction chemicals in India.

As per a recent study by Future Market Insights on the Indian construction chemical market, the growth of this industry still is at a developmental phase and is gaining attention from foreign and local market participants such as chemical manufacturers, infrastructure developers, and related vendors who are investing in the setting up of production facilities for construction chemicals positively contributing to the manufacturing sector of the country.

Bio-based Construction Chemical Gain Importance

Government regulations in recent times have emphasized on the promotion of ecologically sustainable materials and processes through the concept of the Green Revolution, which in conjunction with rising foreign investments, growing urbanization and increasing use of ready-mix materials are considered as key aspects that are propelling the demand for construction chemicals within India.

Moreover, rising public and private investments in research and development activities, the higher activity of new producers, increasing adoption of sustainable chemicals and innovative advancements in technology are generating good prospects for the sector.

For example, the Building Materials and Technology Promotion Council (BMTPC) of India promoted the use of construction chemicals and materials that are sourced from agro-industrial waste, natural fiber, residue, and agricultural by-products that are cultivated on a large scale within the country. This has resulted in the creation of corrugated sheets sourced from bamboo, concrete made using rice husk ash, bricks of recycled plastic, and particle boards made from agricultural bagasse.

Increasing Construction of High Rises with International Standards Drives Demand

With expansion of tier 1 cities in the countries and numerous construction projects involving high rise buildings in these regions, the use of construction chemicals in concrete, to improve on corrosion resistance, and durability of construction materials, consequently leading to manufacturers focusing on the ratio of performance to price instead of just the price alone.

Rising awareness amongst businesses in the construction sector about the mandatory compliance with international building standards is anticipated to boost the use of prescribed best practices in the industry. The government’s move on banning the mixing of cement onsite and mandatory usage of ready to mix cement in metro city areas are essential factors that are expected to have a major impact on the growth of the construction chemical sector. On the other hand the industry is being hampered by the lack of skilled labor, as most construction chemicals require precise handling and technical expertise for appropriate use.

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Power tool manufacturers across the world are constantly working towards the development of new innovations in products to enhance aspects such as usability, durability, and safety. Power tool suppliers are emphasizing on features that help save time and money through, low power consumption and ease of use among others.

Cordless Technology to Improve Productivity

Innovative advancements in stable platforms for operating cordless technology such as motors, batteries, and digital electronics have been instrumental in the development of new solutions for increased productivity. Cordless technology finds higher levels of applications owing to the requirements of a continuously evolving workplace and the demand to improve on the delivery of solutions that assist in faster and smarter work and versatility of use. As a result of this, technological breakthroughs in conventional motors, Lithium-ion batteries, and new-age electronics are being integrated into every day tools to allow effective cordless solutions within the power tools market.

As per a recent study by Future Market Insights on the global power tools market, cordless power tools are gaining in popularity despite being more costly in relation to corded power tools, owing to increased ease of use and improved safety features, especially among DIY enthusiasts. The demand for cordless power tools is expected to rise steadily in the near future, as their adoption rate improves even in developing economies.

Bosch Optimizes Organized Tool Storage Solutions

Apart from the demand for enhanced performance of cordless power tools, recent times have revealed a major need for improved tool storage organization and portability solutions. High user preference for operational freedom, performance, power, and higher run time are generating opportunities for improvement for power tool manufacturers.

Towards this end, Bosch has recently revealed its range of L-BOXXes, which make use of its patented Click & Go system, which solves 3 major problem areas of storage, organization, and mobility. Available in 5 unique sizes, the innovative system of L-BOXXes can store all kinds of hand tools, and relevant parts, and accessories that are used with power tools and other equipment. Each box can be simply clicked in place on top of each other and they offer better mobility by being fixed onto movable platforms.

These storage boxes also comprise different sizes of small, color coordinated internal cups that provide optimized flexibility for users to customize their tool kits in the way they want. Smaller iBOXX variants of storage cases also feature similar cups that have clear lids for quick storage and retrieval. All of these storage boxes can be used separately or be fit into Bosch’s specialized shelf units to move multiple tool kits at the same time.

Metabo Creates Low Profile Headed Grinders for Increased Safety

Metabo Corporation released its range of flat-head grinders that have a low profile design for easy access in confined areas and narrow angles that conventional grinders cannot reach. These grinders use patented gear drives for this purpose, ultimately reducing the risk of power tool operators working in such difficult conditions.

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Elimination of CO Emissions with Stored Wood Pellets

Clarkson University recently discovered all-new process for eliminating release of the toxic CO (carbon monoxide) gas from the stored wood pellets. The usage of wood pellet stoves and boilers for replacing older wood boilers, and heating oil is an initiative towards supporting nation-leading energy targets for reducing the emission of greenhouse gases by approximately 40% by 2030-end. This breakthrough discovery is a solution to the crucial safety and health concern that enables New Yorkers in using wood pellet boilers and stoves, thereby safely storing the wood pellets. This is a major initiative towards clean and heating with the wood pellet boilers and stove.

Commitment of Clarkson University for enhancing research that drives the healthy global solutions along with the vision of North Country Regional Economic Development Council for creating greenest energy economy across the New York state have been in complete alignment. Sources form the research institute is of the point of view that advanced technology heating systems have been enabling consumers in using local wood pellets as well as cordwood as fuel in an improved, cleaner and more effective way.

Wood Pellets by Enviva to Help In Power-Plant Conversion

Enviva, distributor of utility-grade wood pellets in US is planning to supply wood pellets to Mitsubishi Corp., Japan for its new biomass power plant conversion in Japan. Enviva will be supplying nearly 630,000 metric tons of the wood pellets every year to the Japanese firm. Enviva had stated, the long-term imported biomass fuel supply to Aioi Bioenergy Corp. that is planning to convert present oil-fired power plants to biomass. This major initiative has been taken for eliminating impacts of the climate change. The company will be supplying sustainable wood pellets fuel to Aioi facility, which is one amongst the biggest reserved biomass project in Japan.

Furthermore, the project will also convert the Unit 2 of the overall Aioi Power Station in the Hyogo Prefecture from the usage of very heavy or the crude oil to the wood pellets. According to inside company sources, the unit will be beginning the generation of power by means of biomass fuel by January 2023 and the operations will last for nearly a 20year time span.

Strategic Acquisition by Lignetics to Enable Expansion of Presence in New England

Lignetics Inc. recently announced acquisition of the New England Wood Pellet LLC that is inclusive of the manufacturing plants in Pennsylvania, Youngsville, New York, Deposit, New York, Schuyler, New Hampshire and Jaffrey. With this strategic expansion, Lignetics will place a strong position in mid-Atlantic as well as New England markets. With this strategic acquisition, the acquiring company will expand its footprint across the US and continue to be a leading player in residential wood pellet industry.

A recent study by Future Market Insights on wood pellet market indicates rapidly increasing carbon emissions and growing number of dedicated biomass power plants are expected to boost revenue sales in wood pellet market.

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Canines to Taste Premium Packaged Foods By Nestle

Nestle will be selling packaged food for the canines in India, starting with the premium packaged foods. The company has introduced premium dog food products under Supercoat brand. The new brand consists of wide-ranging array for complete as well as balanced food, inclusive of wholesome combination of the higher-quality natural ingredients that are free from artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. In the initial phase, the pet care products will be sold by means of retail outlets in 12 cities across India.

Note: Pet Care is comparatively new business for the Nestle brand, on a global basis.

Nestle further has plans to sell specified veterinary diet products. Pet care is a considerably small industry in India and Nestle is taking immense efforts in elevating its position in the Southeast Asia pet care market on a broader perspective. Nestle is witnessing huge potential in India’s pet care and food industry with growing awareness regarding pert nutrition and rapidly increasing digitization in Southeast Asia. Indian veterinarians are taking immense efforts in attending pet care programs in order to obtain more awareness regarding pet foods.

Free Pet Care Programs to Enhance Diabetes Management

Zoetis, Purina and Merck Animal Health for the fifth time in a row have joined forces for offering free tools and diabetes education to the veterinarians. According to recent revelations by the three companies, diabetes mellitus has been affecting nearly one in every 230 cats as well as one in every 300 dogs. With the beginning of this program, sponsoring companies have been assisting the veterinarians in the screening of thousands of pets as well as offers resources benefitting the diabetes management.

With enrollment in Diabetes Pet Care Alliance program, the veterinarians are obtaining access to resources and tools, which help them in enhancing awareness with regards to diabetes, which in turn leads to initiating screening of pets as well. Most of all, the pet owners that have pets diagnosed with diabetes through the program have received free disease management kit from the participating clinics. Conclusively, Diabetes Pet Care Alliance program has been enrolling new practices that is likely to continue in the forthcoming months as well.

New and Innovative Parasite Preventive to Protect Pets against Ticks

Zoetis recently announced Revolution Plus, a sarolaner and selamectin topical solution that is 6-in-1 feline parasite preventive, protecting against ticks, has received approval from FDA. Revolution Plus is a protection against

• Fleas
• Gulf Coast tick
• American dog tick
• Ear mites
• Roundworms
• Hookworms
• Heartworms

The new product can be used in kittens and cats as young as eight weeks as well as weighing nearly 2.8 lb. With FDA approval of the pet care products, pet owners, practice staff and veterinarians can enhance special bond between the human families and cats by catering to threat of ticks without compromising in the broad-spectrum effectiveness from feline Revolution. Most of all, addition of sarolaner to selamectin is an innovative combination product with wide-ranging endo as well as ectoparasiticide spectrum for kittens and cats.

A recent study by Future Market Insights on Southeast Asia pet care market indicates growing adoption of the private label brands and increasing number of healthcare programs and pet humanization is likely to positively impact on the revenue sales in southeast asia pet care market.

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At present, most conventional mining collectors are of toxic, hazardous, and an environmentally polluting nature. This is particularly true of the different types of xanthates that are extensively used across the mining sector. As a result of this, mining collector producers are creating improved and safer alternatives.

Currently, all mining chemicals that are used in the processing of minerals have to be approved by the appropriate government authorities. Consequently, the mining industry end users have to provide an applications in with enough time before using such chemicals and the printed application must include the complete description of the chemicals that are used in the mining project, including comprehensive data on the ingredients of the products with the appropriate regulatory information.

Moreover, data on toxicity, the potential for bioaccumulation, and biodegradability have to be given in the application and if such data is not previously known, data on the product’s ingredients have to be researched and made available to the government.

As per a recent study by Future Market insights on the global mining collectors market, producers are emphasizing on manufacturing economical collectors including xanthate alternatives, including dithiophosphates and dithiocarbamates.

Methyl Isobutyl Carbinol Gain Popularity Owing to Organic Constituents

Methyl isobutyl carbinol (MIBC) is extensively used as a froth inducer in mineral flotation processes to that reduces the size of bubbles and raises the stability of the froth throughout the process. MIBC is an organic compound and is derived from acetones, which gives it reduced solubility in water, but it can be mixed with a wide variety of organic solvents. The material shows a fast rate of biodegradation, low toxicity, and low potential for bioaccumulation, making it a popular choice.

Floatigam EDA Finds Application in Hematite Extraction

Flotigam EDA is widely used in the mining industry for effective flotation, on the terms of differential surface properties of the various minerals present in the mixture. Flotigam is usually applied to separate of hematite (Fe2O3) from quartz (SiO2).

This can be attributed to the property of hematite and quartz for being present commonly in water in their natural state. During the flotation process, the particles of hematite particles made more hydrophilic through interaction with starch, while on the other hand, quartz particles become hydrophobic owing to amines. Amines also stabilize the froth generated by the inclusion of air to the pulp facilitating selective separation of quartz and hematite particles. Floatigam EDA provides slower biodegradation. However it is considered to be relatively toxic and can possibly enable bioaccumulation, owing to the presence of heavy metals.

Magnafloc PAM Witnesses Higher Adoption Owing to Non-Toxic Nature

Magnafloc is usually manufactured from acrylamide sub-units and comprise anionic or cationic polyacrylamide polymers (PAM). Cationic polymers, play the role of coagulants, while anionic polymers play the role of flocculants thereby binding the suspended particles together into aggregates of higher molecular weight which settle to the bottom of the solution at a faster rate. The material is not easily biodegradable, but is completely non-toxic and has a low incidence of bioaccumulation which boosts its adoption in the industry.

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