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Attagel® from BASF is a Rheology Modifier that can be used to give Thixotropic properties to CASE formulations. It can be used across a wide range of pHs, temperatures and chemical environments for shear thinning and thickening.
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Check out this video explaining how Valida fibrillated cellulose forms a 3d network for enhanced stabilisation, thixotropy and open time in coatings.
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The white paints used for line marketing on sports fields and tennis courts have to have specific properties that differ from traditional paint. In this article, we discuss the requirements and the additives that can be used to achieve them.
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Rheology – from the Greek rheos - is the study of flow and is used to describe the deformation of a material under stress. The effects of rheology can be seen everywhere; compare oil, honey, and bitumen, all are liquids yet each flows very differently. Controlling rheology is crucial for the paint formulator to not only provide enhanced application properties but also to provide long term stability. In this technical article, we will discuss the fundamental principles of rheology, how this relates to coatings, and will take a closer look at materials that can be used to modify flow behaviour.
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AEROSIL® fumed silica offers rheology control within epoxy systems over a wide range of shear and temperature conditions. This article explains the chemistry behind it and how to choose the right grade for your system.
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