Expertise in rheology and surface-active additives.
Our Surface Technology business unit aspires to be a reliable and expert partner for producers of paints and varnishes, printing inks, adhesives and sealants as well as construction chemical products and lubricants.
We stand for comprehensive expertise in raw materials for the specified fields of application. As we are both an independent distributor and an experienced producer, we are able to generate synergies which we deploy to react flexibly to customer wishes.
Binders
| Products | Tg [oC] | Molecular weight [g/mol] | Coil Coating | Can Coating | Packaging |
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| LUVORES® SP 82 | 60 | 5000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 91 | 89 | 12000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 92 | 104 | 12000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 25 | 65 | 15000 | x | x | x |
| LUVORES® SP 49 | 40 | 15000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 85 | 40 | 15000 | x | ||
| LUVORES® SP 33 | 32 | 16000 | x | ||
| LUVORES® SP 26 | 68 | 17000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 41 | 47 | 17000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 89 | 70 | 19000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 95 | 70 | 19000 | x | x | |
| LUVORES® SP 21 | 67 | 20000 | x | x | x |
| LUVORES® SP 28 | 65 | 20000 | x | ||
| LUVORES® SP 65 | 40 | 20000 | x | x | x |
Functional Fillers
MAGRIS TALC series - lamellar and microcrystalline talcs for Paints & Coatings applications
Mineral fillers for paint and coatings improve or influence technical and / or optical properties such as colour, hiding power and brightness. They are used to increase the volume, change the material density value and reduce the formulation costs of end customers. Other properties can be the anticorrosion protection in lacquers, influence of rheology in paints, increase scratch resistance and improve UV protection or flame-resistance of end products.
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ARTIC MIST®, CIMPACT®, JetWhite®, JetFill®, JetFill®M, MAGRIS TALC MISTRON®, NICRON®, SIERRALITE®, SILVERLINE®, STELLAR®, VERTAL®, YELLOWSTONE®
In the modern world of paint industry today, talc is more than a simple mineral filler. MAGRIS TALC offers highly lamellar talc products as well as microcrystalline and engineered types fine-grades reduced.
Bright white JETWHITE® und MISTRON® products as well as cost-effective NICRON® and SILVERLINE® products offer the laboratory developer a high degree of flexibility to balance the advantages of technical colour performance and improved process ability with rising raw material prices and higher production output.
| Product | Form | Application | Benefits | D50 sedigraph | D98 sedigraph | Brightness [GEB] |
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| JetWhite® 1H/HC | Natural white powder, submicron talc, bags | Additive for decorative paints, can coating | For maximum hiding power and brightness, TiO2 extender | 1.1 | ca. 6 (Hegman 7.5) | Y90 |
| JetWhite® 7H/HC | Natural white powder, ultrafine talc, bags | Additive for decorative paints, can coating | For maximum hiding power and brightness, TiO2 extender | 1.9 | ca. 8 (Hegman 7) | Y91 |
| NICRON® 665 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural and industrial primers and topcoats | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, very bright | 1.2 | ca. 9 (Hegman 6.5) | 87 |
| MISTRON® MONOMIX | Natural white powder, micronzed talc, bags | Engineered and high performance, industrial and primers, protective coatings | High surface area and tight top-size control, anticorrosive functionality, rheology contribution | 2 | ca. 10 (Hegman 6) | 88 |
| NICRON® 604 SILVERLINE® 604 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural and industrial primers and topcoats | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability | 2.3 | ca. 12 (Hegman 6) | 85 |
| STELLAR® 510 | Natural white powder, lamellar talc, bags | Architectural and topcoats where high brightness is needed | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, very bright | 5 | ca. 15 (Hegman 5.5) | Y88 |
| SILVERLINE® 504 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural and industrial primers, non-color sensitive applications | Improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability, improve sag resistance and maximize prime pigment extension | 3.2 | ca. 20 (Hegman 5) | 81 |
| NICRON® 403 MISTRON® 403 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural, wood and industrial primers and topcoats | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, semi-transparent wood stains to prevent tannin bleed, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability | 4.7 4.5 | ca. 25 (Hegman 4) | 83 86 |
| JetWhite® 4H | Natural white powder, medium talc, bags | Decorative paints, architectural and industrial primers | Improve barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability | 5.7 | (Hegman 4-4.5) | Y90 |
| VERTAL® 77 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Waterborne primers architectural and industrial, stain-blocking primers, sealers, undercoaters | Provides a unique balance of prime pigment spacing (opacity), film reinforcement, anti-cracking and barrier properties | 9 | ca. 25 | 78 |
| NICRON® 303 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline talc, bags | Architectural, wood and industrial primers, also adhesive, sealant, caulk, joint compound, wood putty, and auto body patch applications | Film strength and flexibility, provides barrier properties, improve corrosion resistance and stain-blocking ability, good sandability | 7 | ca. 30 (Hegman 3) | 82 |
| MISTRON® 303 NICRON® 302 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline engineered talc, bags | Protective coatings and marine coating applications, architectural flat exterior latex paints | Disperses easily in high-solids and solvent-borne coatings, good paint stability, rheology and anti-settling properties. Low sheen, good touch-up, good fade- and chalk-resistance | 7.5 13 | ca. 35 (Hegman 3) | 80 84 |
| VERTAL® 92 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Auto Rep Grouts, Car Putties Autofill | Highly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use | 17.5 | ca. 45-50 | Y72 |
| SILVERLINE® 202 | Natural white powder, microcrystalline engineered talc, bags | Airless-spray architectural waterborne flat paints | Engineered talc recommended where low viscosity build pigments are required, providing excellent sheen control, scrub resistance with minimal wear on airless spray equipment | 19.8 | ca. 50 (Hegman 2.5) | 76 |
| JetWhite® 2H | Natural white powder, coarser talc, bags | Decorative paints, architectural and industrial primers | Improve barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability | 11 | ca. 60 (Hegman 2) | Y87 |
| JetFil® M200 | Natural white powder, bags | General purpose applications for coarse talcs | High purity, platy, coarse talc | 10 | ca. 60 (Hegman 2) | Y78 |
| SILVERLINE® 001 | Natural white powder, bags | Industrial floor screed, coarse filler | Concrete form lubricant, parting agent for rolled asphalt, roofing, floor tile | 14 | ca. 40 - 60 | off white |
| VERTAL® AF | Natural white powder, UL Environment labeled for sustainability, only BB 2000 lbs | Construction, Bitumen Roofing, Flooring, Adhesives, Sound Damping | Talc with high magnesite content | 23 | 325 Mesh (44 µm) %passing 60-85 | off white |
MAGRIS TALC series - natural talcs for putties and liquid compounds, adhesives and sealings
MAGRIS Talc products are high-purity, functional additives ideal for putties and liquid compounds. Talc improves dimensional stabilityand reinforces putties and liquid compounds, giving added protection, against cracking and shrinking. Talc is the industry standard for sanding properties and polishing properties.
For putties and liquid compounds, adhesives and sealants we can offer also products from VERTAL® series with carbonic binding.
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| Product | Form | Application | Benefits | D50 sedigraph | D98 sedigraph | Brightness [GEB] |
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| NICRON® 302 | Natural white powder, bags | Sealants and Caulks, Pressure Sensitive and Structural Adhesives | High loading low viscosity, high brightness | 13 | ca. 30 (Hegman 3) | Y82 |
| SILVERLINE® 303 | Natural white powder, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds, fine | Finer top-size for smooth Finishes and application properties | 6,1 | ca. 40 | 78 |
| VERTAL® 92 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Auto Rep Grouts, Car Putties Autofill | Highly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use | 17,5 | ca. 45 | Y72 |
| VERTAL® 97 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds | Highly lamellar talc, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh, good sanding for abrasive paper use | 15 | 50 | Y72 |
| SILVERLINE® 002 | Natural white powder, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds | High loading low viscosity | 8,4 | 55 | 75 |
| VERTAL® TC-100 | Natural white powder, talc/carbonate mineral pigment, bags | Pastes & Mastics, cementitious and self-leveling Compounds | Improves resistance to cracking, smoothing and sandability, macrocrystalline 200 Mesh | 16,4 | 325 Mesh (44 µm) %passing 88 | off white |
| VERTAL® AF | Natural white powder, UL Environment labeled for sustainability, only BB 2000 lbs | Construction, Bitumen Roofing, Flooring, Adhesives, Sound Damping | Talc with high carbonate (Mg) content, improved dimensional stability, cross-flow mechanical performance, and flexural stiffness | 23 | 325 Mesh (44 µm) %passing 60-85 | off white |
Talc is oleophilic which gives it the ability to associate with liquid resins such as alkyds, epoxies, polyesters, acrylics, amines and polyols. In doing so, they create weak bonds with these resins that result in increased low-shear viscosity. When shear is applied the bonds break quickly, resulting in shear-thinning rheology that is ideal for many applications.
Anorganic reinforcing fillers for industrial applications are an important backbone in modern composite materials. We offer various staple fibres and centrifuged microfibers for different applications.
A staple fibre is produced using an endless sheet (roving) and then cut into the necessary fibre lengths. The roving is spun from the liquefied material. Each of these rovings is made up of several dozen filaments (single fibres), which are then cut into the desired length after cooling.
Centrifuged glass microfibers are sprayed through an extruder head, thus obtaining a clearly finer distribution than conventional fibres. For this reason, the appearance is rather more like wadding than fibre.
HOP-MIX
HOP-MIX 2303-A0 is one of the centrifuged glass microfibers. These fibres draw on a sophisticated process, which liquefies a glass and then sprays it in very delicate fibres. These fibres then exist as casts and can be embedded into a matrix. The chemistry of the glass and the small fibre diameter help to create a transparent end product, even in the highest applied concentrations. The systematic distribution of the very fine fibres offers higher resistances over the entire structure. It is also possible to use it as a cost-effective replacement for pyrogenic silica, as HOP-MIX also has a high absorption capacity with a large surface area.
HOP-BASALT
Basalt fibers consist of naturally occurring rock. The production process is adapted to the characteristics of this very pure raw material. For the chopped fibers, an endless strip (roving) is first produced from the liquid melt of the raw material and then cut into the required fiber length. Each of these rovings consists of several filaments (single fibers), which are standardly coated with a silane finishing.
Cenospheres OMEGA-SPHERES®
Hollow ceramic microspheres are extremely resistant hollow spheres, which are formed under the exposure of extreme heat. Temperatures over the relevant melting points are required to achieve a ceramic melting. Drops with a hollow are formed as a result of the subsequent rapid cooling process. The OMEGA-SPHERES® formed in this way are refined and fractionated in subsequent processes, thus being a high-quality raw material in your formulations.
The spheres we provide are produced at various production sites for global availability. Globally produced standard types are manufactured in Turkey, Central Asia and Germany. Special types are produced in Germany. There are further suppliers in Europe and throughout the world.
OMEGA-SPHERES®, White
Description
OMEGA-SPHERES® W are marked by a particularly high thermal resistance, low iron content and a white colour. They are available in different distribution particle sizes.
Application
Because of their particularly high heat resistance, OMEGA-SPHERES® W are preferentially used in the refractory and foundry industries. The white colour allows their use in aesthetically demanding applications such as decorative plasters and wall paints.
| Products | Particle size [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] | Crush strength [MPa] | Temperature max. [°C] |
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| OMEGA-SPHERES® W150 | 0 - 150 | 410 | 25 | 1,600 |
| OMEGA-SPHERES® W300 | 0 - 300 | 410 | 25 | 1,600 |
| OMEGA-SPHERES® WM | 150 - 300 | 390 | 25 | 1,600 |
| OMEGA-SPHERES® W250-6 | 250 - 700 | 400 | 25 | 1,600 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
Cenospheres THERMO-SPHERES®
THERMO-SPHERES®, White
Description
THERMO-SPHERES® W are white, high quality hollow ceramic microspheres < 150 μm, which are characterised by a high degree of fineness as well as a particularly high mechanical strength. The products are pre-dried and usable for foundry industry. The white colour allows their use in aesthetically demanding applications such as decorative plasters and wall paints.
Application
THERMO-SPHERES® W are used in bright applications which require the use of the smallest possible microspheres or make high demands on surface quality. This includes applications in addition to the use in paints and coatings, surfaces as well as special casting compounds and adhesives where a high whiteness is advantageous.
| Products | Particle size [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] | Crush strength [MPa] | Temperature max. [°C] |
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| THERMO-SPHERES® W100 | 0 - 100 | 400 | 25 | 1,600 |
| THERMO-SPHERES® W125 | 0 - 125 | 400 | 25 | 1,600 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
LITHO-BUBBLES®
Description
LITHO-BUBBLES® are silicate based mineral granules. They are multicellular, open celled foam granulate which has many different uses as lightweight filler.
Application
LITHO-BUBBLES® are used as lightweight filler in aqueous, solvent-containing and solvent-free systems such as paints and coatings, refractory and foundry products, mould making, grinding agents or construction chemical products.
| Products | Particle size distribution [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
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| LITHO-BUBBLES® 40 | 0 - 40 | 650 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 100 | 40 - 100 | 470 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 300 | 100 - 300 | 340 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 600 | 300 - 600 | 390 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
LITHO-BUBBLES®, hydrophobic
Description
LITHO-BUBBLES® H is a hydrophobic mineral granule, multi-cellular, open-celled foam granulate which has many different uses as lightweight filler.
Application
LITHO-BUBBLES® are preferentially used as lightweight filler in aqueous but also in solvent-containing and solvent-free systems such as paints and coatings, refractory and foundry products, mould making, grinding agents or construction chemical products. Sometimes customer wish a hydrophobic treatment for special use in cement base systems for building and construction.
| Products | Particle size distribution [μm] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
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| LITHO-BUBBLES® 100H | 40 - 100 | 470 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 300H | 100 - 300 | 340 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 600H | 300 - 600 | 390 |
| LITHO-BUBBLES® 1000H | 500 - 1000 | 330 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
Matsumoto Microspheres (Matsumoto Yushi-Seiyaku Co.,Ltd)
| Products | Description | Application |
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| F-30E F-50E F-65E | Expanded hollow microspheres consisting of a flexible organic polymer shell, moistened | Lightweight fillers for a wide variety of applications with good resistance to temperature and solvents |
| F-65DE F-80DE FN-80SDE | Expanded hollow microspheres consisting of a flexible organic polymer shell |
Matsumoto Microspheres (Matsumoto Yushi-Seiyaku Co.,Ltd)
| Products | Description | Application |
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| F-30 | Thermally expandable hollow microspheres consisting of a flexible organic polymer shell | Blowing agent for structural foams, matting agents of PVC plastisols, flexibilization of sealant systems, anti-slip coatings, general density reduction, improvement of thermal and acoustic insulation, for temperature ranges from 90 °C to 250 °C |
| F-36 F-36D F-46N F-79D F-80 F-82D F-100D FN-105 F-170D F-190D F-230D F-260D F-2800D F-2830D F-2860D | Thermally expandable hollow microspheres consisting of a flexible, organic polymer shell, chlorine-free products | Blowing agent for structural foams, matting agents of PVC plastisols, flexibilization of sealant systems, anti-slip coatings, general density reduction, improvement of thermal and acoustic insulation, for temperature ranges from 90 °C to 250 °C |
| MBF-190EVA50 MBFN-190SSPE | Thermally expandable hollow microspheres as 50% masterbatches | Blowing agents for extrusion and injection moulding |
OMEGA-SIL®
Description
OMEGA-SIL® are solid aluminium silicate spheres which have a very high compressive strength. The OMEGA-SIL® SPECIAL* product range consists of aluminium silicates that are processed in an additional processing step sifted. This particularly sharp separation of the top cut results in aesthetic applications to smoother surfaces.
Application
Due to the lower specific surface the use of OMEGA-SIL® in paints and coatings allows a higher degree of filling. OMEGA- SIL® shows in cementitious systems pozzolanic reactivity. The inside microcrystalline structure results in a significant increase of mechanical strength.
| Products | D50 [μm] | D95 [μm] | Effective density [g/cm³] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
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| OMEGA-SIL® XS | 3.5 | 9.5 | 2.51 | 780 |
| OMEGA-SIL® S | 4.5 | 11.5 | 2.48 | 800 |
| OMEGA-SIL® M | 6.5 | 30.0 | 2.40 | 870 |
| OMEGA-SIL® L | 12.5 | 75.0 | 2.39 | 880 |
| OMEGA-SIL® XL | 50.0 | 200.0 | 2.25 | 1,090 |
| OMEGA-SIL® XS SPECIAL | 3.5 | 9.5* | 2.51 | 780 |
| OMEGA-SIL® S SPECIAL | 4.5 | 11.5* | 2.48 | 800 |
| OMEGA-SIL® M SPECIAL | 6.5 | 30.0* | 2.40 | 870 |
Product items shown with an asterisk * describe top cut (d98) modified versions for aesthetical surfaces.
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
OMEGA-BUBBLES© C – ultra white
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C are multicellular expanded glass granules. The high whiteness can help to reduce the addition of titanium dioxide in cementitious formulation. For aesthetic applications like acoustic construction or ceilings the ultra-white lightweight fillers meet today's spirit of time. OMEGA-BUBBLES® C being based on selected recycled glass. Using these products is sustainable and environmentally friendly and can reduces your green CO2 footprint in later disposal issues.
OMEGA-BUBBLES® C are available in the grain sizes customary on the market for the construction and insulation industry.
| Products | Particle size range [mm] | Grain gross density [kg/m³] | Bulk density [kg/m³] |
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| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-XS | 0,1 - 0,3 | 680 - 920 | 340 - 460 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® D-S | 0,25 - 0,5 | 460 - 620 | 255 - 345 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-M | 0,5 - 1,0 | 380 - 510 | 210 - 290 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-L | 1,0 - 2,0 | 310 - 420 | 190 - 250 |
| OMEGA-BUBBLES® C-XL | 2,0 - 4,0 | 260 - 360 | 160 - 220 |
The stated values correspond to typical values and hence do not represent a specification.
Additives
LUVOTIX® - Organic rheology additives for solvent-based and solvent-free systems
LUVOTIX® rheology additives are fine, micronized waxes that are mainly made from renewable raw materials. The powders are based on castor oil derivatives, fatty acid amides and polyolefins.
Depending on the polarity of the system, the products are incorporated directly in powdered form in a time and temperature-controlled dispersing process. In addition to the standard types that have proven themselves and have been tested for many years, rheology additives that are particularly easy to activate are available. These develop their full effectiveness even at low temperatures after shearing.
| Products | Description | Application |
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| LUVOTIX® R | Castor oil derivative | LUVOTIX® R controls the rheology properties of low to medium polar liquid organic systems. It is used as a thickener, thixotropic or anti-settling agent in paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants and putties as well as in oils. LUVOTIX® R is used as a flow and levelling agent in powder coatings. |
| LUVOTIX® R-RF | Castor oil derivative, inorganically modified | LUVOTIX® R-RF is used as a thickener and thixotropic agent in low to medium polar liquid organic systems. It is easy dispersible, improves the formulations workability and has been primarily developed for putties. |
| LUVOTIX® ZR 50 | Castor oil derivative, inorganically modified | LUVOTIX® ZR50 controls the rheology properties of low polar solvent-based and solvent-free formulations, specifically in highly filled coatings, putties and sealants. |
| LUVOTIX® HT | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified | LUVOTIX® HT controls the rheology properties of low to medium polar liquid organic systems. It is used as a thickener, thixotropic or anti-settling agent in paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants and putties as well as in oils. In powder coating formulations, LUVOTIX® HT serves as a levelling agent. |
| LUVOTIX® HT-SF | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified | LUVOTIX® HT-SF describes the same application profile as LUVOTIX® HT with an easier activation. |
| LUVOTIX® ZH 5 | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified, with inorganic content | LUVOTIX® ZH5 controls the rheology properties of medium to higher polar solvent-based formulations. The material is free-flowing, easily dispersible and particularly suitable for highly filled systems. |
| LUVOTIX® ZH 50 | Castor oil derivative, polyamide-modified, with inorganic content | LUVOTIX® ZH50 controls the rheology properties of medium to higher polar liquid organic systems, specifically in highly filled formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® HP | Polyamide | LUVOTIX® HP is used in solvent-based and solvent-free medium to higher polar liquid organic systems. It is suitable as a thickener, thixotropic or anti-settling-agent in paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants, putties and other formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® AB | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® AB is used in solvent-based and solvent-free medium polar liquid organic systems. Its optimum performance is achieved at process temperatures between 50 and 65°C. It is suitable for highly filled and gloss systems. It is used in paints and coatings, adhesives as well as in sealants, putties and other formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® SAB | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® SAB is suitable as a rheology additive for many applications in solvent-based and solvent-free formulations. Its optimum performance is achieved at process temperatures in the range of approx. 50-70°C, depending on the polarities in the formulation. LUVOTIX® SAB optimizes the sag-control and anti-settling properties and is particularly recommended for glossy acrylate or polyester based systems. |
| LUVOTIX® PAB | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® PAB is used as a rheology additive in solvent-based and solvent-free medium to higher polar organic systems. Its optimum performance is achieved at process temperatures above 55°C. LUVOTIX® PAB can be used in primers as well as in glossy top-coat systems. It is suitable for industrial coatings, corrosion protection coatings, adhesives, putties and sealants. |
| LUVOTIX® P 100-15 | Polyolefin | LUVOTIX® P100-15 is used to modify the flow behavior in medium to higher polar solvent-based and solvent-free formulations, especially as an efficient anti-settling agent. |
| LUVOTIX® VP031 | Polyolefin/Stearic acid | LUVOTIX® VP031 is used in solvent-based and solvent-free high-build coatings., adhesives and sealants. Due to its physical-chemical properties, LUVOTIX® VP031 is particularly easy to incorporate and activate. |
| LUVOTIX® LT1 | Blend of polyamides | LUVOTIX® LT1 can be activated at very low process temperatures, starting at 40°C. It is used in paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants, putties and other formulations. |
| LUVOTIX® TK1 | 2-pack-rheology additive | LUVOTIX® TK1 is used in situ in combination with crosslinker LUVOTIX® CL1. It is suitable for all systems independent of polarity. In topcoats, it is characterized by high gloss and transparency combined with excellent anti-sag properties. |
| LUVOTIX® CL1 | Amino-functional crosslinker | LUVOTIX® CL1 is used as a crosslinker combined in situ with LUVOTIX® TK1 in a mixing ratio 30:100. |
| LUVOTIX® P25X | Polyolefin paste, 25 % in Xylene | LUVOTIX® P25X is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in solvent-based formulations. It improves stabilization in zinc-rich primers. |
| LUVOTIX® R400 | Castor oil derivate | LUVOTIX® R400 is used in powder coatings as process additive and flow modifier. |
| LUVOTIX® HT400 | Castor oil derivate, polyamide modified | LUVOTIX® HT400 is used in powder coatings as process additive and flow modifier. |
LUVOGEL® - Inorganic rheology additives for solvent-based and water-based systems
Naturally occurring and organically modified phyllosilicates from the LUVOGEL® series are used in water-based and solvent-based systems for rheology control. The powdered additives are incorporated directly at the beginning of the dispersing process or in form of pre-gels. Polar chemical activators are sometimes added to increase gel formation in solvent-based systems. Easily dispersible and self-activating LUVOGEL® additives enable fast and successful activation processes without the necessity to control the temperature.
| Products | Description | Application |
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| LUVOGEL® 4 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® 4 is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in low to medium polar formulations such as industrial coatings, do-it-yourself-coatings, construction paints, primers, printing inks, adhesives and putties. The addition of a polar activator is recommended. |
| LUVOGEL® 4 B | Montmorillonite, organically modified | Compare LUVOGEL® 4 – LUVOGEL® 4B contains higher amount of organic component. |
| LUVOGEL® 7 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® 7 is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in low to medium polar formulations such as industrial coatings, do-it-yourself-coatings, construction paints, primers and printing inks. The addition of a polar activator is recommended. |
| LUVOGEL® SA 1 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® SA1 is used as a self-activating anti-settling agent and rheology additive in solvent-based formulations of a wide polarity range, e.g. in industrial coatings, DIY paints, architectural paints, primers or printing inks. |
| LUVOGEL® SA 10 | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® SA10 is used as an anti-settling and sag-control agent in low polar aliphatic formulations. |
| LUVOGEL® ED | Montmorillonite, organically modified | LUVOGEL® ED creates a shear thinning flow profile with thixotropic properties and a slight viscosity increase in formulations. |
| LUVOGEL® G58 | Layered silicate, organically modified | LUVOGEL® G58 is mainly used as a rheological and anti-settle additive in unsaturated polyester resins, epoxy resins and vinyl esters, especially in styrene-containing and solvent-containing formulations of different polarity, but also in solvent-free epoxy resin systems. |
LUVOTIX® - Organic rheology additives for water-based systems
LUVOTIX® ATAC are synthetic associative thickeners for water-based formulations, which are supplied as low-viscous acrylic emulsions. The anionic polymers develop viscosity after neutralization in the pH-range from 7.0 to 10.0.
Different shear-thinning rheological profiles can be achieved depending on the hydrophobic modifications of the molecules.
| Products | Description | Application |
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| LUVOTIX® ATAC L 100 | Hydophobically-modified associative thickener based on HASE | LUVOTIX® ATAC L 100 is a hydrophobically-modified associative thickener used in waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints and coatings to improve both storage stability and sag resistance and settling behavior. LUVOTIX® ATAC L 100 produces a highly pseudoplastic flow profile in waterborne formulations and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the low to medium shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATAC M 400 | Non-associative thickener, based on ASE | LUVOTIX® ATAC M 400 is a VOC-free non-associative thickener for waterborne formulations and is used in paints, coatings as well as sealants and adhesives to improve color acceptance and wet abrasion. LUVOTIX® ATAC M 400 produces a highly pseudoplastic flow profile in waterborne formulations and is particularly recommended to increase the viscosity in all shear ranges. |
| LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 | Hydophobically-modified associative thickener based on HASE | LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 is a hydrophobically-modified anionic thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings. Use of LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 improves the storage stability, levelling, and anti-splash system properties. LUVOTIX® ATAC H 700 produces a Newtonian flow profile in waterborne formulations and is particularly recommended to increase the viscosity in the high shear range. |
LUVOTIX® ATUR are non-ionic hydrophobically modified polyurethanes used in water-based formulations, independent of pH-range. By tailored modifications of molecular structures, any desired rheological profile from newtonian to strong shear thinning can be obtained. LUVOTIX® ATUR are specifically designed for glossy, high-quality coatings when excellent surface levelling properties are desired after application.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 is a hydrophobically-modified biobased polyurethane thickener. LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 is used in waterborneadhesives, sealants, and paints and coatings and improves the rub-out resistance, storage stability and chemical/water resistance. LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200 is APEO- and VOC- free and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the low shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR M 500 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR M 500 is a hydrophobically modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers and protective coatings that improves the levelling, spraying and sag resistance of waterborne formulations. LUVOTIX® ATUR M 500 has a pseudoplastic flow behavior and is particularly recommended for increasing viscosity in the medium shear rate range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR M 510 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR M 510 is a hydrophobically-modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings that improves levelling, spraying and sag resistance. LUVOTIX® ATUR M 510 has a pseudoplastic flow behavior and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the medium shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR M 600 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR M 600 is a hydrophobically-modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne adhesives, sealants, paints, and coatings that improves levelling, settling and sagging of waterborne formulations. LUVOTIX® ATUR M 600 has a pseudoplastic flow behavior and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the medium shear range. |
| LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 | Hydophobically-modified polyurethane thickener based on HEUR | LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 is a hydrophobically-modified polyurethane thickener for waterborne formulations, used in adhesives, sealants, paints, lacquers, and protective coatings to improve properties such as levelling, wet abrasion, and film formation. LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 has a Newtonian flow behavior and is particularly recommended to increase viscosity in the high shear range. LUVOTIX® ATUR H 800 can be effectively combined with LUVOTIX® ATUR L 200. |
LUVOGEL® - Inorganic rheology additives for solvent-based and water-based systems
Naturally occurring and organically modified phyllosilicates from the LUVOGEL® series are used in water-based and solvent-based systems for rheology control. The powdered additives are incorporated directly at the beginning of the dispersing process or in form of pre-gels. Polar chemical activators are sometimes added to increase gel formation in solvent-based systems. Easily dispersible and self-activating LUVOGEL® additives enable fast and successful activation processes without the necessity to control the temperature.
| Products | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| LUVOGEL® W1 | Montmorillonite
| LUVOGEL® W1 is used in water-based formulations, e.g. adhesives, paints and coatings, cleaning agents, polishes, etc. It produces a pseudoplastic flow profile with thixotropic properties and improves settling behavior and flow control. |
| LUVOGEL® W3 | Montmorillonite
| LUVOGEL® W3 is used in water-based formulations, e.g. adhesives, paints and coatings, cleaning agents, polishes, etc. It produces a pseudoplastic flow profile with thixotropic properties and improves settling behavior and flow control. |
| LUVOGEL® AQ | Synthetic Hectorite | LUVOGEL® AQ is mainly used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. The main areas of application are industrial coatings and automotive paints – OEM as well as After-Market. The products provide excellent stabilisation and orientation of effect pigments. |
| LUVOGEL® W2N | Synthetic Hectorite | LUVOGEL® W2N is mainly used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. The main areas of application are industrial coatings and automotive paints – OEM as well as After-Market. The products provide excellent stabilisation and orientation of effect pigments. |
| LUVOGEL® WS1 | Synthetic hectorite | LUVOGEL® WS1 is a synthetic smectite clay modified by an inorganic sodium phosphate. It is used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. |
| LUVOGEL® WS2 | Synthetic hectorite | LUVOGEL® WS2 is a synthetic smectite clay modified by an inorganic sodium phosphate. It is used as a rheological additive in water-based formulations. |
WOLLATROP® - Inorganic rheology additives for water-based systems
WOLLATROP® are hydrated and inverted ribbon silicates that are used as inorganic thickeners in water-based systems. The additives are particularly easy to incorporate into formulations thanks to their filamentous and flexible structure. Unlike classic phyllosilicates, WOLLATROP® products develop a stable structure immediately after incorporation, which leads to increased viscosity, especially in the low shear rate range. WOLLATROP® products are characterized by a high tolerance to changes in ionic strength and pH fluctuations.
| Product | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| WOLLATROP®-S | Ribbon silicates with fine fiber distribution | Preferred use in paints, varnishes and coatings. |
| WOLLATROP®-SE | Ribbon silicates with fine fiber distribution | Preferred use in paints, varnishes and coatings. |
| WOLLATROP®-M | Absorbent filler based on ribbon silicates | Application as rheology additive in construction chemical products such as mortars, construction and tile adhesives, fillers and filling compounds, but also high build coatings and wall or facade paints. Particularly suitable for use at high temperature. |
| WOLLATROP®-LV | Silicate fibers, organically modified | Preferred use in water-based coatings with low to medium layer thickness as well as in construction chemical products, such as adhesives or plasters. |
| WOLLATROP®-S/240 | Silicate hybrid | WOLLATROP®-S/240 is an economical rheology additive. It can be used as a multifunctional rheology additive in construction chemical products or high build coatings that require micro-reinforcement or crack bridging in addition to rheological adjustment. |
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