Case & Construction

USG®NO. 1 CASTING PLASTER is an excellent choice for crafting figurines, plaques, and lamp bases, providing a durable working surface with minimal paint absorption. It falls under the category of construction chemicals, specifically mortar and gypsum additives, within the industrial additives and materials technology category. It finds applications in the building and construction industry, particularly in the production of building materials like plasters and renders.

LOCTITE® EA E-30CL™ is an industrial-grade epoxy adhesive with low viscosity, primarily used for potting and bonding applications. When its two components are mixed, this epoxy cures at room temperature with minimal shrinkage, forming an ultra-clear adhesive bond with exceptional impact resistance. Typical applications for This product include bonding, small potting, staking, and laminating tasks where optical clarity and superior structural, mechanical, and electrical insulating properties are essential. This adhesive is capable of bonding various materials, including glass, optical fibers, ceramics, metals, and many rigid plastics.

PARAGUM 341 is a high-solids, high-molecular-weight acrylic copolymer that has been partially neutralized with sodium hydroxide. It serves as an efficient thickening agent in various aqueous-based polymer adhesives and coatings. This versatile product works effectively with SBR (styrene-butadiene, cold or carboxylated), vinyl acetate, acrylic, and natural polymer dispersions. It is fully compatible with a wide range of auxiliaries, including fillers, anionic and non-ionic surfactants, other thickening agents, colorants, and specialty additives.

NAXSOFT® 40S is an anionic surfactant known for its cost-effective yet high-performance attributes, boasting an ideal balance of foam quality and detergency. It is a versatile choice, making it an excellent foundational surfactant for formulating various cleaning products, including all-purpose cleaners, liquid dishwashing solutions, hard surface cleaners, and foamers.

SILICA SAND LM #50 is a high-quality, close-graded white silica sand available in six grades. It is suitable for a wide range of uses requiring high-quality, close-grade silica sands. These uses include additives for decorative epoxy and flooring surfaces, white aggregates for plaster, mortar, or concrete, ingredients for commercial and industrial applications where chemical purity is important, play sand and traction, and mold sand for the foundry industry.

PAN KEY PL80CD, in powder form, caters to markets in adhesives and sealants, building and construction, and paints and coatings. It is designed for end uses like joint fillers and tile grout.

HYDROARMOR® 8800BL is a sprayable water-based coating designed to rapidly build a high level of water resistance. It exhibits excellent adhesion to stainless steel, wood, and composite decking, providing effective corrosion protection with a wet film thickness as low as 0.020". This coating is ideal for application on exposed underbody areas and can achieve wet film builds of 0.040" without runs, drips, or sags.

CIMBAR® BF stands out with its micro-fine particle size, high barium sulfate content, low solubility, remarkable brightness, and chemical inertness. These characteristics make it particularly well-suited for a variety of applications, including topcoats, printing inks, powder coatings, and lead-acid batteries, among others. This product finds valuable uses in architectural coatings, pharmaceuticals, and powder coatings, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness across diverse industries.

UVASORB MET is a yellow powder known for its thermal stability and compatibility with a wide range of binders commonly used in coating formulations. These binders include polyesters, acrylics, cellulosic, polyurethanes, polystyrenes, and polyvinyl acetate. exhibits excellent solubility in aromatic solvents and certain polar solvents. It is slightly soluble in alcohol and virtually insoluble in water. One of its key functions is to enhance the resistance of clear coatings to sunlight-induced modifications by protecting against solar radiation.

CIMBAR® EX is meticulously crafted from the finest natural barium sulfate ore. It is distinguished by its exceptional attributes, including a fine grind, high specific gravity, low solubility, and chemical inertness. These qualities render perfectly suited for a multitude of applications, primarily in coatings and fillers. Its reliability and superior performance make it an excellent choice for various industries.

POLYFILL 407 is an alumina trihydrate product designed specifically for BMC/SMC applications. The increased surface area afforded by this product allows molders to attain high-quality surface finishes, while the control over particle distribution enables maximum loading levels. This product offers excellent flame retardancy and smoke suppression, making it a valuable choice for applications where fire safety is a concern.

SIS 1120 is a styrene-isoprene-styrene triblock copolymer produced via proprietary sequential anionic polymerization with a linear structure and a diblock ratio of <1%. It is in the form of a porous particle with outstanding thermal stability and melt process ability, is easier to process and mix than SBS, and has a small solution viscosity. It is mainly used in hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesives for labels and tape.

LOCTITE® 620™ is specifically formulated for retaining applications, where it is used to bond cylindrical fitting parts together. This adhesive cures in the absence of air when confined between closely fitting metal surfaces. It effectively prevents loosening and leakage caused by shock and vibration. Typical applications for include securing locating pins in radiator assemblies, fitting sleeves into pump housings, and retaining bearings in automotive transmissions. It is particularly well-suited for applications where a temperature resistance of up to 200°C is necessary.

TECHNOMELT® GA 354B is a hot melt adhesive with a translucent light yellow appearance and a 100% solid composition. It is ideal for applications such as hot melt lining, tight backing, tipping, and hinge glue. It can be melted directly from the carton for convenience.

KR-282 a liquid in the family of silicones, is a notable addition to formulations requiring specific characteristics. As a CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers) ingredient, it stands out for its crack resistance, low hardness, and improved flexibility. It functions as a binder and resin, contributing to the overall performance of the formulation.