Resin Modification for Coatings

With its SILRES^® intermediates, WACKER offers a wide range of both liquid methoxyfunctional and solid hydroxyfunctional intermediates that can be reacted with polyesters, medium-oil alkyds and acrylics to improve the characteristics of purely-organic-based surface coatings. Typical end applications include coil and wood coatings.

Adding SILRES® intermediates renders coatings more resistant to permanent exposure to aggressive climatic effects, such as acid rain and intense UV radiation.

Benefits

Extended durability
Improved chalking behavior
Higher gloss and color stability
Excellent heat resistance
Very good moisture resistance
UV radiation resistance

Applications

SILRES^® intermediates are ideal for cooking with acrylic resins to produce binders. A concentration as low as 15% improves weathering resistance without affecting mechanical properties such as hardness and adhesion.

More information

SILRES® | Silicone Intermediates for Industrial Coatings

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SILRES® | Resins & Intermediates for Industrial Coatings

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HDK® | Pyrogenic Silica for Coatings & Printing Inks

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HDK® | Coatings & Printing Inks | Product Overview

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