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Home » Viscosity Control

Articles Tagged with ''Viscosity Control''

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Using Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties to Guide the Selection of Additives, Part 4

Hansen Solubility Parameters
Mike Praw
November 4, 2025
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This article applies Hansen solubility parameters and relative energy difference to guide dispersant selection, comparing surfactants for carbon black performance.


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Choosing the Right Lab Mixer for Your Coating

Del Williams
June 9, 2025
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How to select lab mixers that scale, handle tough viscosities and produce repeatable results in coatings research and development.



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When Lab Techs Team Up with Machines

Analysis on the Testing Methods and Influencing Factors of Automatic and Manual Fineness Measurement for Paint and Coatings
Zeng Yuling
May 13, 2025
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A closer look at automated vs. manual fineness testing reveals potential benefits in precision and repeatability.




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Self-Leveling Coatings: Polyols for Urethanes

Mike Praw
May 11, 2025
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This article explores how polyol selection and reactivity influence formulation strategies for high-performance, self-leveling urethane coatings.


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Escaping the PFAS Ban

Antimony-Doped Tin Oxide-Based Antistatic Coatings vs. PEDOT and Fluorinated Anion-Based Antistatic Additives
Roel Huis in 't Veld
March 4, 2025
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ATO-based antistatic coatings outperform PEDOT and fluorinated additives, offering PFAS-free protection and superior stability, especially in PSAs for LCD polarizers to prevent static discharge.


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Scientists Uncover Formula to Predict Cracks in Clay

Anjali Marar
January 31, 2025
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Researchers have developed a formula to predict when cracks will form in drying clay, a breakthrough that could enhance the durability of paint and coatings.

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New Cone & Plate Viscometers Offer Precision Testing

December 18, 2024
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Advanced viscosity testing equipment delivers precise measurements with small sample sizes and temperature control for coating applications.


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New White Pigments Ideal for Cool Roof Coatings

Benefits Include Enhanced Aesthetics and Improved Economics
James Will Chris Anderson
October 9, 2023
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Recently, considerable development work has been conducted to demonstrate the enhanced performance and improved economics associated with new and novel white pigment offerings. This article highlights a new white pigment that is showing great promise at reducing the amount of titanium dioxide needed to formulate cool roof coatings while enhancing performance, processability, and affordability. 


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Next-Generation Architectural Colorants

Jerry Powers
August 4, 2023
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A specialty chemicals and minerals supplier offers a case study to compare its novel architectural colorants to industry-standard colorants. Utilizing tests such as viscosity drop, blocking resistance, open time, and base compatibility, these colorants deliver superior performance, an extended shelf life, and offer global compliance, while showcasing their low-VOC and high-pigment-loading capabilities.


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Alternatives to Fluorosurfactants for Water-Based Floor-Care Coatings

Tony Moy
March 2, 2023
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Increased regulatory pressure around the use of fluorosurfactants has led to a search for alternative surfactants that still provide good wetting and leveling attributes.


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