Articles Tagged with ''additives''

KRATON CORP.: Rosin Ester Technology

According to Kraton, the REvolution rosin ester technology enables the development of bio-based products with light color and oxidative stability.

July 7, 2020

Kraton Corp. recently unveiled its REvolution rosin ester technology, along with new SYLVALITE products.

Nouryon Completes Acquisition of J.M. Huber Carboxymethyl Cellulose Business

The transaction will reportedly significantly broaden Nouryon’s portfolio of products in carboxymethyl cellulose, a sustainable, bio-based water-soluble polymer used as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, and film former.

July 7, 2020

Nouryon has completed its previously announced acquisition of the carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) business of J.M. Huber Corp.

EVONIK: Low-VOC Additive for Coatings

In addition to lower VOC content and improved product labeling, SURFYNOL 104 Z defoams, wets, improves leveling, and has no negative impact on the formulation.

June 25, 2020

Evonik’s Coating Additives business line recently announced a new-generation SURFYNOL 104 Z additive that contains virtually no volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

NYNAS: Napthenic Oils

Nynas reports that its naphthenic oils act as viscosity modifiers in sealant formulations, reducing the cost for producers as a partial replacement of silicone fluids.

June 19, 2020

Nynas recently announced that it has added NYFLEX 201B and NYFLEX 2005 to its silicone fluid replacement portfolio.

EVONIK: Synthetic Silica for Coatings Formulations

Evonik reports that variations in the wet reaction process conditions enable the control of many aspects of final coatings formulations, such as pH, surface area, pore volume, and other structural or morphological effects.

June 2, 2020

The Coating Additives business line of Evonik recently introduced SPHERILEX silica wet chemistry technology, with three new products.

Huntsman Completes Acquisition of CVC Thermoset Specialties

CVC Thermoset Specialties has annual revenues of approximately $115 million, with manufacturing facilities in Akron, Ohio, and Maple Shade, N.J.

May 26, 2020

Huntsman Corp. recently announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of CVC Thermoset Specialties, a North American specialty chemical manufacturer serving the industrial composites, adhesives, and coatings markets.

Toyal America Expands Palmer Holland’s Territory into Canada

Toyal America manufactures a portfolio of aluminum pigments, pastes, flakes, and powders for automotive and industrial applications.

May 7, 2020

Effective immediately, Toyal America has expanded Palmer Holland’s territory to include Canada, building on Palmer Holland’s existing responsibilities in U.S.

Terra Firma and SE Tylose Announce National Distribution Partnership

SE Tylose produces 65,000 tons of cellulose ethers annually for applications such as construction and coating materials.

April 30, 2020

Terra Firma recently announced that it has been appointed distributor by SE Tylose for construction and industrial specialty markets throughout the continental U.S.

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Readers Most Interested in H.B. Fuller’s First Quarter Results and COVID-19 Impact

Last week, news from H.B. Fuller regarding its financial results for the first quarter drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

April 13, 2020

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How Do Stabilizers Improve Durability in Adhesives and Sealants Formulations?

Raw materials in adhesives and sealants formulations are often protected from degradation by suitable stabilizer packages or through appropriate packaging.

Benno Blickenstorfer

April 9, 2020

Stabilizing additives such as antioxidants (AOs), ultraviolet (UV) absorbers, and hindered amine light stabilizers enable formulators to create durable adhesives and sealants, thereby extending the life of adhesively bonded goods.

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