Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing deformable corrosion protection layers on a metallic surface and to use of the method. In order to create an economical process for cathodic corrosion protection of metal for a broad range of applications, the invention proposes a method for producing deformable corrosion protection lavers on a metallic surface, consisting of the following steps: a) Mixing 5 to 95 wt. % metallic magnesium, zinc, aluminum or titanium particles, or mixtures or alloys containing at least one of these metals, in the form of pigments, powders, pastes (flakes) or pellets with 5 to 95 wt. % of at least one metal compound, wherein a reaction between the metal particles and metal compound(s) results in surface-modified metal particles; b) Applying the resulting surface-modified metal particles to the metallic surface; c) Hardening the layer produced from the surface-modified metal particles at temperatures between room temperature and 350° C.

Abstract: A coating for permanent hydrophilization of surfaces and its use are provided. The coating is made of nano-scale particles having hydrophilic side chains, which can be sintered. The coating may be made of 10 to 90% inorganic structures, 5 to 70% hydrophilic side chains, and 0 to 50% organic side chains having functional groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for producing an active anti-corrosion coating on steel components. In order to develop an active anti-corrosion coating that can be applied on an industrial scale using conventional means (e.g. dipping, spraying or flooding) and is intended for hot-formed and, in particular, press-hardened steel parts provided with antiscaling means, the invention proposes a process comprising the following process steps: a. Using a steel element provided with an antiscaling layer; b. Annealing the steel element at a temperature above 600° C. in an annealing furnace for the purpose of hardening, semi-hot or hot forming or press hardening and thus producing a reaction layer; c. Applying an anti-corrosion coating to the annealed reaction layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating material for protecting metals, especially steel, from corrosion and/or scaling, to a method for coating metals and to a metal element. The aim of the invention is to provide a coating material that protects steel from corrosion and/or scaling and that can be welded after heat treatment of the coated steel at temperatures of more than 800° C. For this purpose, substances are provided that render the applied coating material suitable for welding, especially for spot welding. The coating material can be applied by wet chemical methods, it changes its structure when subjected to high temperature processes of more than 600° C. and is suitable as a primer for additional coating materials.

Abstract: A composition for producing a protective coat against scaling on metallic surfaces. The composition includes, as binders, hydrolysates/condensates of at least one silane or a silicone resin binder and also, further, at least one metallic filler.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing a self-cleaning surface on a substrate. To provide a method according to the preamble, with which surfaces can be produced which are self-cleaning indoors as well and even in the dark, it is suggested according to the invention that a coating with hydrophilic surface components be applied to the substrate and a structure formed in the nanometer range or a combined structure in the nano- and micrometer ranges. The invention surprisingly demonstrates that the principles underlying the Lotus effect® apply not only to hydrophobic but also hydrophilic surfaces.

Abstract: A coating for permanent hydrophilization of surfaces and its use are provided. The coating is made of nano-scale particles having hydrophilic side chains, which can be sintered. The coating may be made of 10 to 90% inorganic structures, 5 to 70% hydrophilic side chains, and 0 to 50% organic side chains having functional groups.

Abstract: A composition for producing a protective coat against scaling on metallic surfaces. The composition includes, as binders, hydrolysates/condensates of at least one silane or a silicone resin binder and also, further, at least one metallic filler.

Abstract: An insulation material comprising an inorganic, porous matrix, a process for producing it and its use are described. The moldings and coatings obtained therefrom display excellent insulation against heat and cold and can be used over a wide temperature range.

Abstract: Coating for permanent hydrophilization of surfaces, and its use The invention relates to a coating for permanent hydrophilization of surfaces, and its use. In order to permanently hydrophilize surfaces, a coating is proposed, within the scope of the invention, which consists of nano-scale particles having hydrophilic side chains, which can be sintered.