Akcoat Provides Gold Sponsorship for the 22nd International Symposium on Boron, Borides, and Related Materials (ISBB)
Akcoat participated as a Gold Sponsor at the 22nd International Symposium on Boron, Borides, and Related Materials (ISBB), held from September 8-12, 2024, at Dedeman Hotel in Istanbul. As a global leader in chemical coating materials, including enamel, ceramic, glass, non-stick decorative coatings, and pigment products, Akcoat shared its contributions in innovation, sustainability, and advanced R&D with the participants, emphasizing its role as a pioneer in the chemical coatings industry. The symposium provided a platform where scientific research on boron and related materials was discussed, bringing together industry leaders, scientists, and experts.
Akcoat’s R&D team supported the symposium with two significant presentations, sharing their advanced studies in boron technologies with the scientific community. Senior Pigment R&D Specialist Emre Aslan delivered a presentation titled “Synthesis, Grinding, and Color Characteristics of MgCoB₂O₅ (Cobalt Magnesium Borate Red-Blue) Pigment in Various Applications,” highlighting the advantages and innovative applications of boron in pigment production. Assistant Enamel R&D Specialist Didem Özkaya presented her work on “Investigation of the Use of Alternative Boron Sources in Glass-Ceramic Coating Production,” sharing innovative approaches to sustainable material use with representatives from various global sectors and academia.
Contributing to the Industry Through Scientific Research
Following the presentations, Akcoat’s R&D Director Selçuk Bulut Yazan emphasized the importance of the symposium, noting that Akcoat, which operates one of Turkey's largest R&D centers, remains committed to contributing to science. Yazan stated, “We are proud to share our research findings, which showcase the versatility of Boron and Akcoat's dedication to sustainability, technological progress, and innovative solutions."
Akcoat continues to focus on developing innovations that enhance product performance while reducing environmental impacts, maintaining its leadership in the industry through sustainable practices.
