Hexion Specialty Chemicals has launched
Albecor-BioTM, a family of bio-based, low-temperature-cure
powder coatings. The Albecor-Bio modified polyester technology, derived from
renewable resources, results in powder coatings that are curable at low
temperatures while still retaining durability and performance characteristics.
The cost-effective coatings are suitable for use on a range of materials including
metals and heat-sensitive substrates.
Albecor-Bio powder coatings demonstrate better appearance and
improved properties when cured at low temperatures from 140°C up to 15'@150°C
or 10'@160°C, and crosslinked with b-hydroxyalkylamide. Through the bio
derivate, the system’s novel polyester structure enables high reactivity and
physical properties such as flow, non-“blooming” finish and outdoor durability.
The lower cure temperatures at application help preserve fossil fuel resources,
increase energy efficiency and improve air quality through reduced CO2emissions.
In addition to low-temperature curing abilities, Albecor-Bio
powder coatings exhibit water spot resistance and wettability for higher
pigment loading.
For more information, visitwww.hexion.com.