Münzing Chemie GmbH is a sixth generation family owned company incorporated in 1830. As a manufacturer of specialty chemicals with headquarters in Abstaatt, Germany and production plants in Germany, USA and China together with a presence in over 40 countries, Münzing Chemie are a true multinational with global presence in their chosen markets.
A broad range of chemical synthesis capabilities is used to produce a wide range of functional additives and waxes for the formulation and improvement of paints and coatings, graphic arts, inks, dispersions and colourants, adhesives, sealants, powder coatings and construction products based on cement and gypsum.
A diverse portfolio of additive solutions which includes defoamers and antifoams, wetting agents, levelling agents, dispersants, thickening agents and rheology modifiers, micronized waxes and wax dispersions, powder defoamers, powder anti-shrinkage agents and powder wetting agents provides our customers with a multitude of options for problem solving and formulation improvement.
Münzing Chemie are a customer focused organisation which has a large and capable R&D centre constantly seeking to improve the existing product range to meet customers’ needs by the addition of new products which offer increased performance or better compliance.
A comprehensive technical request service is also available for our customers who wish to work in partnership with Lawrence Industries to improve their formulations.
Defoamers
Powder Defoamers
Micronized and Non-Micronized Waxes
Dispersing Agents for Pigments and Fillers
Wax Dispersions and Emulsions
Wetting Agents
Powder Additives
PU, HASE and Inverse Emulsion Rheology Modifiers
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Markets embracing sustainability are popular among consumers, but with widespread greenwashing, what does it mean to be sustainable and what "eco-credentials" should you look for? Here, we explore this question in relation to the packaging Inks industry.
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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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In this article, we introduce the basic components of thermoset plastics and take a closer look at the additives that play a role in finetuning their properties.
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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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