Advanced testing equipment ensures optimal coating adhesion through precise surface preparation, enhancing durability and performance for coatings manufacturers.

A new wetting agent enhances wetting behavior, particularly in wood coatings. The innovative approach is based on a comparative evaluation of silicone-free and silicone-based surfactants, focusing on surface tension and contact angle.

The new TEGO Rad 2330 is designed for use in a wide range of inks and varnish applications as well as clear and pigmented wood coatings. 

This sustainable technology provides a balance of wetting and low foaming that leads to defect-free films in coatings.

Reportedly, the market was sized at $8.3 billion in 2023, with a projected CAGR of 4.7% from 2023 to 2028.

Clariant’s new additive can extend paint’s open time with a portfolio of wetting and dispersing agents pre-assessed in acrylic and PU lacquer systems.

Increased regulatory pressure around the use of fluorosurfactants has led to a search for alternative surfactants that still provide good wetting and leveling attributes.

This covers Elementis’ range of rheological additives, wetting and dispersing agents, and specialty additives for the coatings, adhesives, sealants, inks, and building and construction industries.

MÜNZING is a global specialty additive supplier with highly experienced R&D and technical service personnel in Europe, the Americas and Asia.