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MANCHEM® Zircoaluminate Processing

  • Typical usage levels for Manchem Zircoaluminates are 0.3 – 1.0% based on resin solids. Actual concentration for optimum performance can vary with systems

  • For solvent systems and water-borne coatings at a pH < 5.0, it is preferred to add the zircoaluminates to grind portion under high shear

  • For water-borne systems with pH > 7.0 use Manchem 376 and 441. The traditional Manchem Zircoaluminates will undergo self crosslinking at elevated pH and become inactive

  • Manchem Zircoaluminates are used as post-add adhesion promoters in many systems including formulated paints and inks. The key to optimum performance is uniform dispersion of the zircoaluminates in the formulation

  • Manchem Zircoaluminates can be tailored to meet customer’s needs for resin and solvent systems