Sep 15, 2004 | Article
The use of plastics continues to increase in a wide variety of applications. This growth can be attributed to several key advantages plastics have in comparison to metal, including a decrease in...
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Sep 1, 2004 | Article
U.S. regulatory requirements associated with antimicrobial-treated surfaces are complex. Any product offered for sale in the United States claiming to control or mitigate pests, including...
Aug 18, 2004 | Article
Rheological additives play a major role concerning storage and application properties of liquid systems. In waterborne coatings they have a major influence on such key properties as vertical flow...
Jul 21, 2004 | Article
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) only exhibits its best properties when it is well stabilized against flocculation in the organic binder. This paper deals with the proper selection of dispersants for...
Jul 1, 2004 | Article
This article will provide a simple training course to explain the gravure printing process. Gravure printing is mostly used for printing magazines, packaging and wallpapers. The specific qualities...
Jun 21, 2004 | Article
Polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) are the polymers of choice for demanding applications. These waterborne polymers are low in VOCs and can be formulated to be in compliance with most federal, state...
May 26, 2004 | Article
Extenders are mainly natural minerals that are micronised after separating secondary constituents. From this huge amount of Extenders only a relative small part used in the coating and Ink industry...
Mar 24, 2004 | Article
Paint coatings are all more or less easily biodegradated, due to the organic nature of main elements of formulation. The biological elements responsible for this degradation are of different nature...
Mar 11, 2004 | Article
Generally, coatings are applied on a substrate to protect the surface. In addition, they enhance the appearance of the substrate in terms of gloss and color. Scratches not only greatly reduce the...
Feb 25, 2004 | Article
The wood used for furniture, flooring and other interior-decoration applications is particularly susceptible to abrasion, scratches and general soiling, as well as water and chemical staining. To...