Troysol™ Z372 is reportedly a high-performance universal mar and slip additive that can improve the wetting of low-surface-energy and contaminated substrates, resulting in uniform film coverage.
A new, single fluorosilicone additive option is available to formulators of solventborne coatings and solventless radiation-curable coatings to control foam generation without causing surface defects or changes in the gloss and haze of the applied film.
Huber Specialty Hydrates LLC, a subsidiary of J.M. Huber Corp., recently announced it has acquired the specialty hydrate flame retardant business of Almatis Inc.
This feature provides a listing of green products that are offered by leading adhesive and sealant companies. To send submissions for future installments of this feature, email Teresa McPherson, managing editor, at mcphersont@bnpmedia.com.
When a filler is used in an adhesive or sealant formulation, it is typically meant to take up space. But the space it occupies has a crucial function, making it a role player and a key component to your product’s success.
Starch- and dextrin-based adhesives play a large part in industrial production, especially the packaging industry.
August 1, 2005
This article provides an overview of the raw materials that go into starch and dextrin adhesives, the methods of adhesive manufacture, and the additives that are commonly used in formulations for improvement of specific properties.