Iron oxides have been key players in human history since prehistoric times. These naturally occurring substances have been used for over 20,000 years, from the earliest cave pictograms to advanced
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The paint market in Latin America, including Central America and the Caribbean, represents a vibrant and expanding industry. This report details market figures, growth rates, and global trends with a
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Nano copper, renowned for its outstanding antimicrobial properties and eco-friendly biocidal characteristics, is revolutionizing the paints and construction sectors. This article shows the applications of nano copper in these industries,
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We know that it is essential to have tools that allow us to characterize the performance and validate the functionality of the products and their components. Having laboratory services enables
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Protecting the integrity of paints from the growth of microorganisms is a challenge that we at Mathiesen Group take very seriously. Because of this, we have created solid strategic alliances
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In the coatings sector it is common to see different sources of contamination in production companies. These can be the result of various factors, leading to the growth of microbacteria
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HEUR rheological additives are non-ionic hydrophobically modified ethoxylate urethane compounds (hence their name), and in this post we want to analyze their use as rheological agents in water-based paints. The
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When formulating or designing paint, you need to dedicate some time to its rheological system, and cellulose ethers or cellulosic thickeners play a major role in this regard. But, what
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What is kaolin? Kaolin is a non-renewable clay mineral, a hydrated aluminum silicate and a product of the decomposition of feldspathic rocks. Kaolin, rock formations rich in kaolinite, is where
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Coalescent agents in paints are additives that allow a solid film to form under adverse conditions, such as low temperatures and high humidity. These agents must have specific properties in
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The inorganic pigments that we carry such as synthetic iron oxides and chromium oxide green feature a very good resistance to the elements and UV rays. They are used to
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El Dióxido de Titanio (TiO2) es un compuesto inorgánico de color blanco muy utilizado como pigmento blanco,
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