In the production process of paints, materials such as emulsions, dispersants, thickeners, leveling agents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, etc. are actively used, causing the paint to be prone to foaming. Moreover, these bubbles have a stable and long-lasting effect. In particular, emulsifiers are added to water-based latex paints, and the use of these emulsifiers can greatly […]
Dear Turkish friends, on this special day, we at VITCHEM would like to extend our warmest congratulations and best wishes to you. Today is Turkey’s National Day, and we join you in celebrating this moment of joy and pride. Since its establishment in 1923, the Republic of Turkey has experienced numerous trials and tribulations, but […]
Asia accounts for the bulk of global marine coating market due to the concentration of ship building industry in Japan, South Korea and China. The marine coating market in Asian countries has been dominated by established ship-building powerhouses such as Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and China. During the last 15 years, growth in the shipbuilding […]
Cement has a rapid early strength gain and a slow late strength gain. If the temperature and humidity are suitable, its strength can still slowly increase after a few years or more than ten years. Calcium formate can be used to solve the problem of cement setting and hardening. Setting time is one of the […]
“Bright futures begin lead free” The World Coatings Council (WCC) supports the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week of Action, Oct. 20-26, 2024. During the campaign week, the Global Alliance to Eliminate Lead Paint (Lead Paint Alliance or LPA) reminds governments, civil society organizations, health partners, industry and others of the unacceptable risks of lead […]
Calcium formate is a common early strength agent for improving the early strength of cement. It is widely used in dry powder mortar and has the performance of accelerating hydration and improving the early strength of mortar. Especially at low temperatures, calcium formate can significantly improve the early strength of mortar. 1. How to distinguish […]
From 16 to 18 October 2024, VITCHEM made a dazzling appearance at the SEPAWA CONGRESS in Berlin, Germany, with its latest innovations. The exhibition is the most important exhibition in Europe for the detergent, cleaning agent, cosmetics and perfume industries. The exhibition attracted industry experts and leading companies from all over the world to discuss […]
This month, Coatings World interviewed a number of key suppliers of specialty additives. CW: What considerations should formulators make when choosing a performance enhancing additive? Cabot: When selecting the right performance-enhancing additive, formulators are looking for a solution that can not only meet all their functional criteria but also provide consistent quality over time and valuable technical support. Additionally, formulators […]
After plastering with cement mortar, quality accidents such as cracking, hollowing, and peeling often occur, which can lead to cracking or peeling of the outer decorative layer on top of the plaster layer, seriously affecting the decorative quality of the wall. The performance of plastering mortar and plastering construction technology are the main factors affecting […]
Will showcase aircraft panel that pays homage to the famously colorful ceramic designs of the local region. AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has brought a touch of Catalan style to its presence at MRO Europe in Barcelona, with an aircraft panel that pays homage to the famously colorful ceramic designs of the local region. MRO Europe will be […]
