Tag: coatings

Formulating 101: Paints and Coatings

Coatings have been around since ancient times by using sap, berry juices and eggs. In 1880, Sherwin Williams produced the first gallon of premixed paint and since then the industry has been growing into a multibillion-dollar industry. The main markets for coatings are architectural, automotive, marine, industrial and specialty. Within these markets the typical coating... Read more »

ChemCeed Launches New Titanate Catalyst Product Line, Expanding Its Range of Specialty Chemical Solutions

ChemCeed, a leading provider of specialty chemicals, proudly announces the launch of its new Titanate Catalyst product line, designed to deliver exceptional performance and versatility across various industrial applications. This expansion further strengthens ChemCeed’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers. The new Titanate Catalyst product line from ChemCeed... Read more »

Tall Oil Fatty Acid (TOFA) Market & Impact

Tall Oil is produced from the liquid rosin of coniferous pine trees and is largely produced as a byproduct of paper production. Its composition consists of the three primary components: resin acids, unsaponifiable, and fatty acids (mainly palmitic acid, oleic acid, and linoleic acid). Tall Oil Fatty Acid (TOFA) is produced by factional distillation whereby... Read more »

The CASE Industry Guide

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... Read more »

Conference Wrap-Up: American Coatings Show 2022

As we are finally able to get back to in-person events, 2022 has been a busy year for conferences and trade shows. The American Coatings Show was held in Indianapolis from April 5-7th, after a long hiatus due to COVID-19. ChemCeed exhibited at this year’s event, which was well-attended. Our Vice President, Rolly Enderes, and... Read more »

Product Feature: Benzotriazole (BTA)

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 »

Resins for Coatings Market Update

The resins market was hit hard by the economic crisis of 2008. Since then, there has been a consistent recovery in the market that is expected to continue through 2020. This growth includes a rise in acrylic, adhesive, and UV-curable resins specifically in the Asia-Pacific region. In this area, adhesives and sealants are in high... Read more »