Products in Overprint Varnishes: Rheology Modifier

Pangel B40 is a powdered additive with a high thickening and anti-settling capacity for high-polarity systems. It is especially recommended for adding thixotropic, suspension, and sagging resistance properties to systems based on alcohol, glycol, and ketone solvents, as well as mixtures of those solvents with water.

Pangel OM8 is a rheological additive for low- to medium-polarity systems based upon highly purified bentonite clay. It is particularly recommended for systems based on resins such as polyurethanes, acrylics, polyesters, epoxy esters, and alkyds. Pangel OMD8 is an organobentonite that enhances thixotropic and pseudoplastic effects in systems with intermediate polarity.

Pangel B42 is an organically modified sepiolite powdered additive with a high thickening and anti-settling capacity for high polarity systems, particularly recommended for systems based on alcohol, glycol and ketone type solvents, as well as in mixtures of those with water.

Hi-Sil® T-152 is a thickening agent that belongs to PPG's Hi-Sil® product line of synthetic, amorphous, precipitated silicas that are rheology modifiers and anti-sag/suspension agents. Hi-Sil® T-152 is a premium-grade thixotrope designed specifically for adhesive and sealant applications. Its unique physical characteristics make Hi-Sil® T-152 thickening agent a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to fumed silica in certain applications.

Hi-Sil® T-700 is a thickening agent that belongs to PPG's Hi-Sil® product line of synthetic, amorphous, precipitated silicas that are rheology modifiers and anti-sag/suspension agents. Hi-Sil® T-700 is a premium grade thixotrope designed specifically for adhesive and sealant applications. Its unique physical characteristics make Hi-Sil® T-700 thickening agent a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to fumed silica in certain applications.

Pangel OMD1 is a self-dispersing rheological additive for medium- to low-polarity systems. It is based on a highly purified bentonite clay and is recommended for both aliphatic solvents and mineral or synthetic oils. This product is an easy-to-disperse, self-activated organobentonite.

Pangel B20 is a powdered additive with a high thickening and anti-settling capacity for intermediate polarity systems, particularly recommended for systems based on aromatic and unsaturated polyester type solvents. It provides thixotropic, suspension and sagging-resistance properties to systems based on aromatic and unsaturated polyester type solvents, Pangel B20 does not require the use of a polar activator for its dispersion.

Pangel OM4 is a rheological additive for intermediate to low-polarity systems, based on a highly purified bentonite clay. Pangel OM4 shows particularly good performance in aliphatic and aromatic solvents. Pangel OM4 is recommended for both aliphatic solvents and mineral or synthetic oils.

Klenk's Paint Thinner thins oil-based paints and varnishes. It dissolves oil and grease, and cleans tools and brushes.

Klenk's Sol-V thins oil-based paints and varnishes. It dissolves oil and grease, and is good for household cleaning.

Klenk's Pure Mineral Spirits thins oil-based paints and varnishes. It dissolves oil and grease,and cleans tools and brushes.

Klenk's Super Sol-V is a premium quality thinner for oil-based paints and varnishes. It cleans and softens brushes and rollers; removes wax and dirt from hardwood floor; removes grease, tar and oil from engines, engine parts, car bodies, fabrics and plastics.

DISPARLON® AQH-810 is a rheology control agent composed of a hybrid compound of a polyamide and an amide wax for waterborne systems. Can be post-added to prevent sagging and pigment settling with slight viscosity increase.

EBECRYL® 7100, crafted by CASE Ingredients, is a radiation-curable coating characterized by its bisphenol A-free composition and a low carbon footprint (PCF), ensuring it remains solvent-free and VOC-free. Tailored for the automotive and transportation paints and coatings, as well as the printing and packaging markets, this clear liquid finds its application in automotive OEM coatings, wood finishes, industrial coatings, and specialized printing inks like flexography and inkjet. Compatible with substrates such as paper, plastics, and wood, it can be applied using methods like curtain coating, dip coating, gravure coating, roller, and slot-die.

Mosselman Linseed Stand Oil 30 P (67746-08-1) is a heat bodied alkali refined linseed oil with a light color, minimum subsequent yellowing, excellent pigment wetting and dis- persing properties and good drying.

Mosselman Linseed Stand Oil 6 P (67746-08-1) is a heat bodied alkali refined linseed oil with a light color, minimum subsequent yellowing, excellent pigment wetting and dis- persing properties and good drying.

Mosselman Linseed Stand Oil 60 P (67746-08-1) is a heat bodied alkali refined linseed oil with a light color, minimum subsequent yellowing, excellent pigment wetting and dis- persing properties and good drying.

DISPARLON® AQH-800 is a rheology control additive based on hybridized amide technology developed for waterborne systems. Can be post-added to prevent sagging and pigment settling while keeping viscosity low.

Mosselman Linseed Stand Oil 120 P (67746-08-1) is a heat bodied alkali refined linseed oil with a light color, minimum subsequent yellowing, excellent pigment wetting and dis- persing properties and good drying.

EBECRYL® 140 is a clear, liquid radiation-curable coating tailored for diverse applications. This formulation, categorized under CASE Ingredients, combines properties like improved chemical resistance and hardness with efficiency features such as faster cycle time and low energy consumption. Targeted sectors include paints and coatings and printing and packaging, especially for wood finishes, industrial coatings, and packaging applications. Utilizing radiation cure methods, it ensures optimal performance on wood surfaces and offers compatibility with various printing inks.

EBECRYL® 160, a reactive diluent, is a staple in ultraviolet light (UV) and electron beam (EB) energy-curable coatings and inks. This versatile compound imparts crosslinking to coatings and inks, maintaining flexibility and toughness. Among common triacrylate diluents in energy-curable formulations, EBECRYL® 160 leads in reactivity and viscosity reduction of oligomers. Compatible with a broad spectrum of acrylated resins used in UV/EB curing applications, EBECRYL® 160's attributes, including hardness, abrasion resistance, and high gloss, contribute to its popularity in overprint varnishes, inks, coatings, and electronic applications like photoresists.

DISPARLON® AQ-607 is a polyamide based rheology control agent for waterborne systems. The 3-D network structure prevents sagging and pigment settling. Recommended for emulsions and dispersions for best compatibility.

DISPARLON® AQ-610 is a polyamide based rheology control agent for waterborne systems. A 3-D network structure prevents sagging and pigment settling. Recommended for emulsions and dispersions.

Bentonite is a multi-use clay generated from volcanic ash. They are considered predominantly in the smectite mineral family. This volcanic clay was formed millions of years ago when mineral sea deposits came in contact with the Earth’s surface at incredibly high temperatures. The result created a magnetic charge, hence the alternative name “living clay.”

EBECRYL® 113 is a clear liquid radiation-curable coating primarily based on acrylics and acrylates. Serving various markets like paints and coatings and printing and packaging, it stands out for its low carbon footprint, VOC-free nature, and solvent-free composition. This product offers benefits such as improved flexibility, adhesion, and a prolonged pot life. Compatible with plastics and wood, it's tailored for applications like wood coatings, industrial coatings, and various printing inks, especially gravure and screen printing.

EBECRYL® 180 serves as an active diluent, monomer, and rheology modifier within the CASE Ingredients category. This clear liquid, characterized by its high gloss and improved hardness, finds applications across various sectors like paints and coatings, printing, and packaging. Specifically tailored for wood coatings, industrial applications including leather and textiles, and packaging coatings, it offers benefits such as low energy consumption and radiation-curable properties. Compatible with diverse printing methods like flexography, gravure, and screen printing, it ensures efficient performance with a low carbon footprint and VOC-free attributes.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S4 is a new high performing, highly effective rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity that gives excellent thixotropic effect, sag control, good leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S4 is a highly purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S8 is a new high effective high performing rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity, that gives excellent thixotropic effect, sag control, film thicknesses, leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S8 is a high purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ B4 is a rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity that gives thixotropic effect, sag control, excellent leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ B4 is a bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ X4 is a new high performing, highly effective rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity that gives excellent thixotropic effect, sag control, good leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ X4 is a highly purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ ED2 is a newhigh performing, highly effective rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of moderate to high polarity. that provides thixotropic effect, sag control, excellent leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ ED2 is a highly purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound. Unlike most of the other conventional organoclays, LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ ED2 is selfactivating and easily dispersible, hence simple and convenient to use.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S7 is a new high performing, highly effective rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of medium to high polarity. In a typical coating system (paints and printing inks), LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S7 gives thixotropic effect, sag control, excellent leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ S7 is a highly purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ XDS is a new high performing, highly effective rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity. That provides thixotropic effect, sag control, excellent leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. Viscogel XDS disperses very easily even under low shear conditions. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ XDS is a highly purified bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound. Unlike most of the other conventional organoclays, LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ XDS is selfactivating and easily dispersible, hence can be used at any point in the paint manufacturing process and can be used for post-correction.

ShiraSol™ is a VOC-compliant, safe, low toxicity solvent that is an efficient, cost effective alternative to Mineral Spirits, Aromatic 100, Aromatic 150, Methyl Amyl Ketone, n-Butyl Acetate and other slow evaporating solvents. ShiraSol is formulated for use as a cleaner, primary or co-solvent in a variety of formulations involving aliphatic, aromatic and ketone solvent systems.

HUATE organoclay BK-922 is an organoclay (tetraallkyl ammonium bentonite) for solvent-based systems of low to medium polarity.

LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ ED is a rheological additive for solvent-borne systems of low to medium polarity. that provides thixotropic effect, sag control, excellent leveling and prevents pigments from long-term storage settling. The nature of LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ ED is a bentonite clay, organically modified with a quaternary alkylammonium compound. Unlike most of the other conventional organoclays, LAVIOSA VISCOGEL™ ED is self-activating and easily dispersible, hence simple and convenient to use.