Knowledge Centre

In our Knowledge centre, you can find the articles that out Technical Sales Team have written about common topics from across our markets.

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Gone in a flash – What is Flash-Rusting and how can it be prevented?

Flash-rust inhibitors from ASCOTEC can be used to prevent corrosion and flash-rusting in waterborne coatings. This article explains how they work and the benefits of them.

Carmine free pink and purple powder on black background

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Embracing Vibrancy with Carmine-Free Pigments: The Geopearl® C Crystal Super Deep Collection

In the ever-evolving world of cosmetics, the quest for vibrant, eye-catching colours that are both ethically sourced and environmentally friendly has led to significant innovations in pigment technology. GEOTECH’s latest offer, the Geopearl® C Crystal Super Deep Pink and Purple pigments, represents a leap forward in combining high-impact colour with a commitment to cruelty-free and vegan product formulations.

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How are 3M Glass Bubbles used to achieve high levels of Total Solar Reflectance (TSR) in coatings?

How the spherical nature of glass bubbles can be used to produce high Total Solar Radiance to achieve cooler, more energy efficient buildings.

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Function and history of polycarboxylate ether (PCE) in dry mortar and concrete

In this guest blog by our partners at Sika, Dr Markus Arnolds describes the history and benefits of polycarboxylate ether (PCE) in concrete.

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AEROSIL® fumed silica for thixotropy, anti-settling and reinforcement of thermosets

AEROSIL® from Evonik is widely used as a rheology modifier across our industry groups. This article goes into detail about how it works in thermosets and the benefits it can impart.

A white building with windows looking out to a city

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Titanium dioxide extenders for coatings – calcined kaolin or hydrous kaolin?

Hydrous kaolin and calcined kaolin are popular extenders for pigmented coatings because they improve various facets of coating performance and enable cost enhancement of the formulation. This article explains what they are, how they work and how to choose the right grade.

Asconium® 500 - Easy to introduce water-based corrosion inhibition and adhesion promotion

Additives for Recycled Thermoplastics

Knowledge Centre

Gone in a flash – What is Flash-Rusting and how can it be prevented?

Embracing Vibrancy with Carmine-Free Pigments: The Geopearl® C Crystal Super Deep Collection

How are 3M Glass Bubbles used to achieve high levels of Total Solar Reflectance (TSR) in coatings?

Function and history of polycarboxylate ether (PCE) in dry mortar and concrete

AEROSIL® fumed silica for thixotropy, anti-settling and reinforcement of thermosets

Titanium dioxide extenders for coatings – calcined kaolin or hydrous kaolin?