Products in Industrial Additives & Materials: Rheology Modifier

Pluriol® E 4000, a liquid rheology modifier belonging to the polyglycols and polyalkylene glycols (PAG) chemical family. Tailored for industrial applications, this liquid chemical enhances rheological properties. Pluriol® E 4000, in its liquid form, offers convenience in handling and application. As part of the polyglycols and polyalkylene glycols (PAG) family, it serves diverse industrial needs, contributing to improved rheology in various processes.

Rheovis® PU 1256 is a polyurethane-based associative thickener, serving as a solvent-free, non-ionic, mid-shear rheology modifier for aqueous coatings. It imparts pseudoplastic behavior to aqueous systems, showcasing pH-independent thickening. This modifier improves flow and gloss, increases hiding power, and provides wash and scrub resistances, along with outstanding spatter resistance during roller application. Its chemical nature involves a polyurethane polymer in water/diluent.

Pluriol® E 1500 Powder K is a rheology modifier belonging to the Polyalkylene Glycols (PAG) and Polyglycols chemical families. This solid chemical, available in powder form, is tailored for applications in chemical and industrial manufacturing, including metal manufacturing and finishing. Additionally, Pluriol® E 1500 Powder K extends its utility to the leather and textile industries, contributing to processes in leather manufacturing and textile manufacturing. As a rheology modifier, this product in powder form offers convenient handling and application.

Evonik's AP-22 is a multipurpose rehydratable alumina that works in multiple applications. It is an activated alumina that can be used as a starting material for formed alumina, extrudates, and as a general adsorbent. Its wide range of applications includes serving as a binding agent, alumina-forming agent, adsorbent, desiccant, viscosity modifier, and anti-shrinkage agent for cements.

Bermocoll ML 71 is a low modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll ML 71 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Alcogum L 265 is a water-soluble thickener for anionic bitumen or oil emulsions, including products also containing minerals. It is an acrylate-based emulsion copolymer supplied at 30% active solids in water. This product is part of a unique line of hydrophobically modified, alkali soluble emulsion polymers typically referred to as HASE thickeners.

Bermocoll E 230 X is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the consistency, the stability, and the water retention of water based products. Bermocoll E 230 X is low viscosity grade of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose.

Alcogum SL 920 is a acrylate based emulsion copolymer, hydrophobically modified, alkali soluble emulsion polymer, array of applications.

Alcogum SL 827 is a water-soluble thickener for anionic bitumen or oil emulsions that is stable at high emulsion temperatures. It is easily added in the soap phase of anionic emulsions either before or after addition of alkali (see below for more information). Alcogum SL 827 may reduce settling during storage and reduce emulsifier dosage.

Bermocoll ML 11 is a modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll ML 11 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Bermocoll CCA 312 is a modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the consistency and the water retention of gypsum and cement based plasters. Bermocoll CCA 312 is a modified high viscosity grade of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose

Redicote E-4819 is a emulsifier for cationic rapid and medium setting bitumen emulsions suitable for chip seal (surface dressing), tack coat and open graded cold mix.

Finnfix CMC brand is used in a range of industrial applications, such as paper surface treatment, mining, fabric care, textile and ceramics. Finnfix products hydrate and dissolve in hot and cold water. By selecting the right Finnfix grade, manufacturers can achieve the desired rheology. Finnfix CMC is known for its excellent water retention, film forming capability and surface activity. These bio-based and biodegradable products are food contact approved and do not contain SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern).

Bermocoll E 351 X is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the consistency, the stability, and the water retention of water-based products. Bermocoll E 351 X is a medium viscosity grade of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose.

Bermocoll CCA 328 is a highly modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to gypsum based mortars. Bermocoll CCA 328 is a modified high viscosity grade of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose.

Bermocoll CCM 879 is a highly modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to gypsum based mortars.

Bermocoll M 30 Q is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll M 30 Q contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Bermocoll EBM 5500 is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether with enhanced enzyme resistance. It improves the consistency, the stability, and the water retention of water-based products. Bermocoll EBM 5500 is a high viscosity grade of methyl ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose.

Bermocoll ME 1000 X is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the water retention, the consistency and the stability of water-based products.

Bermocoll E 320 X is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the consistency, the stability, and the water retention of water-based products.

Bermocoll ML 31 is a modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether, intended as a water retaining and consistency improving additive to cement based mortars. Bermocoll ML 31 contains methyl, ethyl and hydroxyethyl substituents giving a unique Balance between workability and strength.

Bermocoll CCA 612 is a high modified non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the consistency and the water retention of gypsum and cement based plasters. Bermocoll CCA 612 is a modified high viscosity grade of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose.

AGOCEL® AC 2200 is a water-soluble polyacrylamide polymer used for controlling the required amount of water and rheology in mineral binder systems. Belonging to the AGOCEL® product portfolio, this product is not only added to adjust the viscosity to meet processing requirements and specifications but also to influence essential properties such as storage stability and good anti-settling behavior.

AGOCEL® AC 2530 is a water-soluble polyacrylamide polymer used for controlling the required amount of water and rheology in mineral binder systems. Belonging to the AGOCEL® product portfolio, this product is not only added to adjust the viscosity to meet processing requirements and specifications but also to influence essential properties such as storage stability and good anti-settling behavior.

AGOCEL® AC 5600 is a heteropolysaccharide used as a stabilizer and rheological additive for silicate-based painting systems. Belonging to the AGOCEL® product portfolio, this product is not only added to adjust the viscosity to meet processing requirements and specifications but also to influence essential properties such as storage stability and good anti-settling behavior.

AGOCEL® AC 5500 is a modified heteropolysaccharide for use as a stabilizer and rheological additive for aqueous or mineral-building material systems. Belonging to the AGOCEL® product portfolio, this product is not only added to adjust the viscosity to meet processing requirements and specifications but also to influence essential properties such as storage stability and good anti-settling behavior.

AGOCEL® AC 4100 is a modified potato starch ether that smartly combines best-in-class properties as an additive for mineral building materials with a green and sustainable solution. It is a rheology modifier for dry-mix mortars. This co-thickener, when added in low dosage to dry mix formulations, can decisively enhance several features of the system, like improving the consistency, reducing the stickiness on the tools, and giving the final product a superior smoothness without compromising the water retention of the final product.

Mincrop FF is a mineral rheological additive for aqueous systems, manufactured from sepiolite. This powder additive improves the system rheology and provides excellent thixotropic and pseudoplastic properties to the systems in which it is incorporated, reducing segregation and thickening in the system.

Pangel M90F is a magnesian bentonite-based rheological additive for easy gelling and dispersing capacity. This activated bentonite product increases stability and viscosity control with very fast dispersion. Pangel additives have been specially designed to optimize the rheology of the whole thickening system, either alone or in combination with other organic additives.

Exal is a technological feed additive with high water and moisture retention capacity that makes a durable pellet and gives a uniform moisture distribution in the feed. It is recommended for all ages and animals. It is a pellet binder feed additive used to improve pellet quality and productivity in the feed mill.

Pangel B42 GB is a rheological organoclay additive based upon high-purity sepiolite with extra-performance and additional suspension capacity, anti-sagging, and homogenizing properties. It has been designed to adapt to high-polarity systems. It appears as a cream to greyish powder with a slight isopropanol- and amine-like odor.

Pangel RMA 400 is a high-performance liquid additive and concrete rheology modifier, especially developed to reduce exudation and segregation while improving pumpability. Due to its unique structure, Pangel RMA 400 is recommended for ready-mixed concrete applications where rheology control and high initial strengths are required. It increases cohesion and initial resistance, reducing exudation and segregation.

Pangel CS 610 is an industrial rheological additive composed of colloidal silica. This product appears as an aqueous solution and is odorless. It has a pH value of 9.5-10.3 at 25°C and a density of 1.204-1.212 g/ccm at 20°C. Pangel CS 610 is also TSCA-registered.

Exal Ultra is a technological additive for animal feed with a range of uses, including being used as fillers, absorbents, rheological additives, bleaching earth agents, in water treatment, and in agro-industries. It appears as a cream to greying powder and is odorless.

Pangel M280 is a thickening and anti-settling agent based on a selected and highly purified bentonite clay, specific for water-borne systems. This thixotropic, rheological additive is specifically developed for providing waterborne formulations with properties such as better stability and viscosity control, adhesion control, texturing and stippling effects, workability, and strong binding properties of solid substances.

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.