Benzotriazole (BTA) is known for its great versatility. BTA is a corrosion inhibitor of high purity for copper, copper alloys, and yellow metal protection. Benzotriazole works by creating a complex between copper and benzotriazole which functions as a passivation layer to protect the metal from corrosion. It is also commonly used in water cooling systems.... Read more »
Tributyl phosphate (TBP) is a clear and water white plasticizer. Since it is also a flame-retarding plasticizer it has a high boiling point. TBP can be used for cellulose esters, lacquers, plastic and vinyl resins. It is a strong polar solvent that can also be used in the production of solutions of synthetic resins and... Read more »
Tributoxyethyl Phosphate (TBEP) is a plasticizer for polyvinyl chloride (PVC), chlorinated rubber and nitriles. TBEP is also an alkyl phosphate flame retardant and has good heat stability. TBEP can be used in applications needing low temperature flexibility such as a leveling agent for acrylic resin-based polishes. TBEP can also be used for emulsions of floor... Read more »
Ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol or sometimes grain alcohol, is commonly use for a variety of industrial and manufacturing operations. It can be used as a chemical solvent, a fuel, a cleaner or antiseptic, and a chemical intermediate. It is also commonly known by the general public as the psychoactive substance in alcoholic drinks.... Read more »
Melatonin is a hormone that is produced naturally within the body but is often used in over-the-counter vitamin supplements. Melatonin is closely associated with regulation of circadian rhythms and sleep patterns. It is released from the pineal gland in the brain and increases when it is dark out and decreases when it is light out,... Read more »
Earlier this month, President Trump announced via Twitter that he will impose a 10% Tariff on all remaining imports from China. This escalation of the trade war is in response to the Chinese not keeping their promise to purchase U.S. agricultural products, as well as stop the sale of Fentanyl into the U.S. These tariffs... Read more »
After a year of strong growth in the transportation industry it seems that this growth has begun to slow down. Many shippers are reporting that they have seen some easing in availability when scheduling trucks and are hopeful that the capacity crunch is beginning to balance out. Of course, many factors come into play when... Read more »
Just last year millennials became the highest percentage of workers at 35% while baby boomers only make up around 25% and Gen Xers are around 33%. With baby boomers retiring at a rapid rate many industries are struggling with filling their positions. The labor market in the United States is also at a competitive peak... Read more »
Rapid changes have vendors and customers in a whirlwind in the lubrication industry. Recently the lubricants business has been experiencing a notable period of changes that are all happening at a very fast pace. This can be seen throughout the past year and half through the various price increases for finished lubricants, two of which... Read more »
Polyisobutenes (PIBs) are non-drying synthetic hydrocarbon polymers made from the polymerization of olefins. PIBs are used in a wide range of applications including greases, forming lubricants, sealants, inks, coatings, paint, liquid colorants for plastics, agriculture, cling film, and hot melt & PSA adhesives. They can be used as Group V base oils in synthetic lubricants... Read more »
