Items Tagged with 'Polyurethane Resins'

A co-curing blend of polyolefin, polyurethane and polyaspartic resins eliminates layers without losing protection.

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

This study evaluates matting agent performance in deep matte plastic coatings, focusing on abrasion resistance, surface appearance and durability.

Water-based DTM coatings present unique formulation challenges, requiring innovative resin and additive combinations to enhance adhesion, corrosion resistance and durability.

BASF Coatings announced increased polyester and polyurethane resin capacity at its Caojing plant and plans further enhancements beginning in 2026.

This study evaluates waterborne polyurethane and polyacrylate resins with water-dispersible polyisocyanates to enhance corrosion resistance, durability and coating performance on metal substrates.

A cutting-edge anticorrosion additive endured 6,000 hours of real-world coastal testing—revealing surprising results, including the standout performance of waterborne acrylic coatings in marine environments.

Two of the more common 2K coatings systems are polyurethane and epoxy. Part two of this series concentrates on urethanes and 100%-solids systems. 

Polycaprolactone (PCL) polyols can be used to enhance coatings that feature other polymer chemistries in both 1K and 2K coatings. This article explores the performance benefits achieved when low-molecular-weight PCL tri- and tetra-functional polyols are blended with other hydroxyl-functional polymers in 2K coatings.