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Introduction Wetting is the adsorption of liquid at a solid surface. The process is important in coatings and inks, for example when solid particles must be dispersed in a liquid medium or when a … [Read More...]
The original article on “Surfactants” (a contraction of the three words “Surface Active Agents”) was written in the fall of 2015i. Although the general topic of surfactants has not changed in nearly 6 … [Read More...]
Imagine yourself as a newcomer to paint formulation. You have been cutting your teeth on modifying waterborne primers and topcoats for product finishes and your lab director feels you are ready to … [Read More...]
With all the talk about sustainability and renewable resources, one thing that gets overlooked is the assets themselves. Not as in what is a wind turbine, geothermal, or a solar panel or a nuclear … [Read More...]