Articles Tagged with ''rheology''

Polyamide wax additives form reversible three-dimensional networks that help waterborne coatings balance pigment suspension, sag resistance, application flow and structural recovery after shear.

New developments in graphene, nanoparticle and silicone additives point to more integrated performance, improved durability and evolving formulation strategies.

Short courses and new program elements deepen the link between coatings research and real-world performance challenges.

The rotational viscometer supports guided setup, spindle traceability and consistent viscosity measurements for routine laboratory testing.

This study evaluates how open time extending additives influence open time, wet edge, viscosity, gloss and blocking across architectural and wood coatings.

A new calcium carbonate with a negative carbon footprint allows formulators to reduce Scope 3 emissions while maintaining performance.

Edge corrosion poses major risks across industries, but innovations in powder and liquid coatings offer new strategies for robust protection.

This article applies Hansen solubility parameters and relative energy difference to guide dispersant selection, comparing surfactants for carbon black performance.

Temperature control in 2K coating processes improves component mixing, induction time management and viscosity stability, helping manufacturers reduce waste and improve application outcomes.

A team from UCSB and Anton Paar earned top honors for research revealing that entangled polymers may not flow as uniformly as once believed.