TAGS: Wood Coatings Industrial Coatings
Elementis launches SUPREAD™ 3410, a low foaming silicone substrate wetting agent. It is designed with an innovative branch structure and precise control over hydrophilic properties. SUPREAD™ 3410 offers unique wetting and spreading on porous surfaces like wood substrate while maintaining remarkably low foaming properties.
Designed with Precise Hydrophilic Control
Elementis is a specialty chemical supplier of rheology modifiers for paints, coatings, and industrial aqueous applications.
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As industrial coating manufacturers navigate the transition from solvent-based to water-based systems to meet stringent VOC reduction regulations, the demand for effective additives has never been more pressing. Addressing this critical need, we are excited to introduce SUPREAD™ 3410, a low foaming silicone substrate wetting agent," said Chunfeng Xu, global marketing manager, Industrial Coatings.
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Traditional silicone wetting agents, while effective in reducing surface tension and promoting even coating spread, have often been plagued by foaming issues. SUPREAD™ 3410, designed with a unique branch structure and precise hydrophilic control, tackles these challenges head-on. Its dynamic surface tension ensures efficient droplet formation during spraying, while its molecular structure prevents foam stability, leading to excellent coating application.”
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Extensively tested across a range of parameters, SUPREAD™ 3410 offers the following benefits:
- Excellent substrate wetting ability: Ensures thorough wetting of both porous and non-porous substrates, resulting in flawless coating application
- Low foaming property: Eliminates foaming issues, allowing for smoother and more consistent coating application
- Effective reduction of static surface tension: Reduces static surface tension, enhancing coating spread and adhesion
- Good compatibility and long-term activity: Boasts excellent compatibility with various coating formulations and maintains efficacy over the long term
- Less impact on anti-blocking: Exhibits improved anti-blocking properties, ensuring optimal surface finish
- VOC reduction and PFAS replacement: Contributes to VOC reduction efforts and serves as a sustainable alternative to PFAS-containing additives
Source: Elementis