Curran

Curran® Granules is a performance additive, based on novel fiber technology and derived from root crops, provides a unique set of properties for water based coatings. High technical performance combined with the renewable nature of Curran®, helps solve many of the challenges faced by the paints & coatings industry today. Curran® is both green and multifunctional; using it as a film enhancer provides improved crack resistance and reduces film defects. It can also provide improved opacity and in some cases extended open time. There can be other benefits, such as enabling solvent reduction. With careful formulating, Curran® can bring improved performance and result in cost savings. Curran® also retains stability in a wide range of pH levels to make formulating easier .

Curran® Reef, Barrier Coating is a coating for paper and cardboard packaging. The product is free from fluorine and can be recycled . With REEF: 2 coating as a single coat ( or topcoat) ,barrier coatings with excellent water repellency and very good grease proof properties towards grease and oil can be achieved. The REEF :2 coatings are heat-sealable and improved oxygen barrier.