The CASE Industry Guide

Posted on June 8, 2023 - Industry News

The CASE (Coating, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) industry is a diverse and growing field with a wide range of applications. Coatings are applied to surfaces to protect them from corrosion, wear, and other environmental factors. Adhesives are used to join two or more materials together. Sealants are used to fill gaps and prevent the flow of liquids, gases, or other substances. Elastomers are elastic materials that are used in a variety of applications, including tires, gaskets, and seals.

There are many different types of chemicals used in the CASE industry, each with its own unique properties and applications. Some of the most common chemicals used in the CASE industry include:

  • Solvents are used to dissolve and disperse other components in coatings, adhesives, and sealants. They can also be used to clean surfaces before application. Common solvents used in the CASE industry include:
  • Pigments are used to provide color to coatings, adhesives, and sealants. They can also be used to enhance the durability and resistance pigment properties of these products. Common pigments used in the CASE industry include:
  • Additives: Additives are used to modify the properties of coatings, adhesives, and sealants. They can also be used to improve adhesion, increase durability, and enhance resistance to environmental factors such as UV radiation and temperature fluctuations. Common additives used in the CASE industry include surfactants, wetting agents, and crosslinking agents like Zirconium Carbonate.
  • Adhesion Promoters are chemicals that are used to improve the bonding between substrates and coatings, adhesives, and sealants. They can be used to improve adhesion to variety of substrates, including plastics, metals, and wood. Some adhesion promoters include:
  • Silanes are used as a coupling agents in adhesives, sealants, and coatings. They are used to improve the bonding between inorganic substrates such as glass, ceramics, and metals and organic materials such as polymers.
  • Curing agents/Crosslinking agents are used to form chemical bonds between polymer chains in coatings, adhesives, and sealants. This process is known as crosslinking and it improves the mechanical and chemical properties for the final product. Some epoxy curing agents include:
  • UV Stabilizers are used to protect coatings, adhesives, and sealants from UV radiation. They can be used to prevent yellowing, chalking, and degradation of these products due to exposure to sunlight.
  • Flame Retardants are used to improve the fire resistance of coatings, adhesives, and sealants. They can be used to reduce the flammability of these products and prevent them from igniting or spreading flames. Flame retardants include:
  • Fillers are used to add strength and other properties to coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.  These products include:

The CASE industry is a vital part of the global economy, and it is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. The developmental of new and innovative chemical products will be essential to the continued growth of the CASE industry. Benefits of using CASE products:

  • Protection: coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers can provide protection from a variety of environmental factors, including corrosion, wear, and moisture.
  • Strength: CASE products can add strength and durability to materials.
  • Durability: CASE products can last for many years, even in harsh environments.
  • Aesthetics: CASE products can be used to improve the appearance of materials.
  • Performance: CASE products can improve the performance of materials in a variety of applications

Overall, the CASE industry relies on a wide range of chemical products to create high-performance coating, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers that can meet the demanding requirements of various applications. If you are looking for a way to protect, strengthen, or improve the appearance of your materials, ChemCeed’s selection of CASE products may be the right solution for you.