defoamer


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defoamer

(diːˈfəʊmə)
n
anything which removes foam or prevents foam from forming
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(10.) Louis, C., Lai, K.T., Reader, C.J., "Predictable Performance with a Novel Defoamer Line," Proceedings oldie European Coatings Congress, Nurnberg, Germany, March 18-21, 2013.
Bayer is now marketing its Cynol[R] sizing under the Baysize D[R] brand, with the "D" standing for defoamer.
Defoamer Theory, Application and Selection in Coatings
This defoamer has sufficient stamina to be effective in both the high sheer grind and low sheer let down stages.
Q I am formulating waterborne alkyd coatings and need defoamer additives to improve my coating manufacturing, application and performance properties.
Defoamer Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
A defoamer for fast deaeration of 100% solids coating systems has been introduced by BASF.
8,975,220 B1; Clorox has patented a composition that consists of a homopolymer of diallyl dimethyl ammonium chloride; an oxidant selected from the group consisting of a hypohalous acid, a hypohalite, and mixtures thereof; water; and optionally, an adjuvant selected from the group consisting of a fragrance, a hydrotrope, a colorant, a dye, a buffer, a chelating agent, an electrolyte, an antimicrobial agent, a solvent, a stain and soil repellent, a lubricant, an odor control agent, a perfume, a fragrance release agent, an acid, a base, a solubilizing material, a stabilizer, an anti-corrosion agent, a thickener, a defoamer, a cloud-point modifier, a preservative, a water immiscible solvent, an enzyme, and mixtures thereof.
The acquisition of Hi-Mar Specialty Chemicals, which supplies defoamers to the coatings, construction and oilfield drilling sectors, brings a complementary product range, expanding Elementis' capabilities in value added, higher margin defoamer markets, Elementis group CEO David Dutro said.
International Resource News-November 28, 2012--Air Products introduces new Airase Structured Siloxane Defoamer Line(C)1994-2012 ENPublishing - http://www.enpublishing.co.uk