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Home » Solvents

Articles Tagged with ''Solvents''

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The Effect of Microfibrillated Cellulose

On Mechanical Properties, Water Absorption, and Adhesion of Acrylic Elastomeric Waterproofing Coatings
Otto Soidinsalo Harrison Christopher Gallantree-Smith Scott Mouw
August 2, 2023
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Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC), a bio-based and multi-functional product made of cellulose, is a new alternative to traditional thickeners. Learn how MFC increases the tensile strength of elastomeric acrylic roof coatings without sacrificing the elongation, and how it reduces the water absorption, as well as increases the adhesion of coatings.


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Alkyd Resins, Part Four: The Life Cycle Assessment of Alkyd Emulsions

Mike Praw
August 1, 2023
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This month’s Formulating with Mike column covers the life cycle assessment of alkyd emulsions and concludes the four-part series on alkyd emulsification.


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IST in Italy’s Top 3% of Companies After Winning CRIBIS D&B “Prime Company” Rating

July 24, 2023
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Located in Modena, in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, IST is a specialist in the design, manufacture, and installation of solvent distillers and washing systems that are recognized for their efficiency and reliability.


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Alkyd Resins, Part Three: The Emulsification Process

Mike Praw
June 2, 2023
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This month’s Formulating with Mike column is the conclusion to a three-part series, and covers the emulsification process as well as test data of alkyd emulsions.


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Alkyd Resins, Part Two

Mike Praw
May 8, 2023
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This month’s Formulating with Mike column covers how alkyds have changed from high-VOC resins to low-solvent-containing, water-based emulsions.


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Alkyd Resins, Part One

Mike Praw
April 5, 2023
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This month’s Formulating with Mike column covers the history and evolution of solvent-based alkyds.


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Saul's Gloss Loss Solution

Keith M. Moody
February 10, 2023
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What is causing Saul's gloss loss problem and what is the critical concept that is causing the problem? Read Moody’s Coatings Conundrums to learn the solution to this formulating challenge.


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Solving Solvents: The Case for Sliding Vanes

Sliding vane pumps offer potent processing option for low-viscosity liquids
Chris Hordyk
January 12, 2023
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Multiple industries rely on process pumps for handling a variety of substances, such as solvents. One of the primary obstacles is keeping them contained within the pump and the associated systems. While solvents are not simple substances to process, there is one pump technology capable of handling them seamlessly. This article looks at sliding vane pumps and why they are one of the best-suited process technologies for solvents.


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Now Is the Time to Change Our Thinking

Kristin Johansson
April 27, 2022
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Now it is time to change our thinking and eliminate petrochemicals for good. Green bio solvents are the answer.


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A Ultimate Guide to the Safest Ways to Strip Paint

An Ultimate Guide to the Safest Ways to Strip Paint

Emily Newton
March 17, 2022
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Some paint strippers are hazardous, but knowing where to start makes things much easier. Here are the most common types of paint strippers and the best safe paint stripping techniques for different surfaces.
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