Application notes
Problems solved in real formulations
Each note describes the situation, what was tested and what changed. Client names and commercial figures are withheld until written approval is received, so the notes below are marked as illustrative.
IllustrativeConstruction chemicals · Southeast Asia · Cement tile adhesive
Reducing slip in a heavy-tile adhesive for a Southeast Asian producer
A producer moving to large-format tiles needed an adhesive that held position on vertical walls without sacrificing open time in a hot, humid climate.
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IllustrativeExterior wall insulation · Middle East · EIFS base coat and reinforcement layer
Stabilising an EIFS base coat for a Middle East insulation contractor
High ambient temperature was shortening the working time of the base coat, making mesh embedment inconsistent across large facade areas.
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IllustrativeBuilding materials · Eastern Europe · Interior wall putty
Keeping a putty line stable across winter and summer batches
A putty producer was reformulating twice a year to compensate for seasonal humidity, which created extra validation work and inconsistent stock.
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