Evonik increases additive capacities for architectural paints

Evonik's Coating Additives Business Line is increasing the capacities of not one but two additive product groups for architectural paints: capacities are being significantly expanded for both the Tego Phobe series of hydrophobing agents and the Tego Viscoplus polyurethane thickeners. The new capacities will be available from October. "The capacity increase is our response to the increased demand for additives for architectural paints," says Nadia Lenhardt, head of the Decorative Coatings market segment in EMEA. "The additional capacity in Europe will increase not only European but also global supply security."

Hydrophobing agents are primarily used to give facade paints a water-repellent finish. Emulsions made of silicone resin, such as Tego Phobe 1659, are characterized by a particularly efficient reduction in water absorption. Polysiloxanes such as Tego Phobe 1409 lead to a very good water repellency effect. The Tego Viscoplus product range includes polyurethane thickeners that cover all relevant customer requirements. Tego Viscoplus products are liquid and do not contain organic solvents. The different products can be easily combined with each other due to their high compatibility.