Zinc pyrithione (or pyrithione zinc) is a coordination complex of zinc. It has fungistatic (inhibits the division of fungal cells) and bacteriostatic (inhibits bacterial cell division) properties. Why should Zinc Pyrithione be used in paint? The Problem: It is well known that most exterior coatings and many … Read More
C9 hydrocarbon resin – This articles will explain what it is and how it is used and tested. What is C9 Hydrocarbon Resin? C9 hydrocarbon resin is produced by C9 fraction by products of petroleum cracking through pretreatment, polymerization and … Read More
Introduction Several types of additives can be used in the dispersion process in which solid particles, like pigments and fillers, are distributed and stabilised in a liquid. Often two categories of additives, wetting agent (EU) and dispersants (EU), are mentioned in one breath. However, the two materials … Read More
About Polygloss 90: Polygloss 90 is the premium extender for semi- and high-gloss coatings.It is a milled, ultrafine, hydrous kaolin, best suited to extend titanium dioxide and resin in semi and high-gloss paints. Polygloss 90 is designed to optimize properties such … Read More
What is chlorinated rubber? An odorless, pale yellow resin prepared by adding up to 65% chlorine to an elastomer, such as natural rubber, butyl rubber, or styrene-butadiene. Chlorinated rubber produces a hard tough, glossy film. It is used primarily in the for paints, … Read More
What is MEKO? What is MEKO? MEKO stands for Methylethyl Ketone Oxime which is an organic compound with the formula C2H5C(NOH)CH3. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: Appearance: colourless liquid Density: 0.923 g/cm3 Melting point: −15 °C (5 °F; 258 K) Boiling point: 152 … Read More
Industries use zinc dust in paint manufacturing. What is Zinc Dust? Zinc dust is essentially nothing else but minute physical particles of zinc .It is grayish-blue, pure zinc powder. It is manufactured by purifying the vapors of zinc which are … Read More
Copper(I) oxide or cuprous oxide is the inorganic compound with the formula Cu2O. It is one of the principal oxides of copper. This red-coloured solid is a component of some antifouling paints. The compound can appear either yellow or red, depending on the size of the particles. Copper(I) oxide is … Read More
