Solvents ‐ continuing to evolve for the future

Abstract

Changes in regulations aiming at reducing the impact that technologies such as coatings, adhesives, cleaners have on the environment is leading to large advances in these end‐use technologies. In achieving the required quality of the end product, and irrespective of whether this is in areas such as high solids paints or water‐based coatings, solvents keep on playing an important role. At the same time different requirements are set for the solvents employed. The changing role of solvents and the technological benefits solvents are bringing are discussed. It is shown that the computer programme BLENDPRO is an effective reformulation tool which assists in the efficient development of new formulations in these areas.

Citation

Beers, N.C.M., Koppes, M.J.C.M. and Rupert, L.A.M. (1998), "Solvents ‐ continuing to evolve for the future", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 27 No. 5, pp. 289-297. https://doi.org/10.1108/03699429810237232