Heubach to Increase Bismuth Vanadate Pigments Capacity
LANGELSHEIM, Germany - Heubach is expanding its bismuth vanadate pigment capacity to satisfy the growing demand for high-performance pigments to replace lead chromates. Heubach will double existing capacities at its Langelsheim, Germany, plant, which will come online in 2017.
The portfolio of bismuth vanadate pigments, marketed under the brand names VANADUR® and VANADUR PLUS, is being continually developed. These inorganic yellows are characterized by a unique green shade and excellent fastness properties. Uses for VANADUR and VANADUR PLUS products include paints and coatings.