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Sinograce Chemical Commences 2026 Operations with Grand Ceremony, Embracing the Vigor of the Year of the Horse
- 2026-02-24 16:26:44
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ANHUI CHINA – February 24, 2026 – Sinograce Chemical today marked the official start of its 2026 business year with a traditional (Start of Work) ceremony at its headquarters. Embracing the dynamic spirit of the Year of the Horse, employees and leadership gathered to celebrate new beginnings and set the stage for the year ahead. The day featured the distribution of "Lucky Red Packets" , with ...
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Is it normal for water-based acrylic emulsions to develop an odor after being stored for a period of time
- 2026-03-10 16:47:00
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Sometimes, a slight ammonia smell is detected in water-based acrylic emulsions, which confuses many people: is this normal or is there a problem? First, we need to clarify that acrylic emulsions themselves do not produce an ammonia smell. However, during their production, ammonia-containing additives may be added to adjust their performance or improve their stability. These additives gra...
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Basic Knowledge of Waterborne Polyurethane Emulsion Synthesis
- 2026-03-12 17:02:25
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01 Polyurethane The structure of polyurethane is formed by the reaction of polyisocyanates (e.g., diisocyanate OCN-R-NCO) and polyols (e.g., diol HO-R-OH), where urethane segments are repeating structural units. Polyurethane structures have structures similar to amide and ester groups; therefore, the chemical and physical properties of polyurethane are between those of polyamides and polyesters. S...
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Specialty Paper Chemicals: An Introduction — Acrylic Resins -I
- 2026-03-17 17:58:56
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Acrylic resins constitute a broad category of synthetic polymers produced through the copolymerization of acrylate monomers (such as methyl acrylate, ethyl acrylate, butyl acrylate, hydroxyethyl acrylate, etc.) and methacrylate monomers (such as methyl methacrylate—commonly known as the monomer for organic glass or PMMA). I. Core Characteristics and Advantages Excellent Film-Forming Properties: Ca...
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Water-based Acrylic Emulsions for Paper Varnishes
- 2026-03-25 18:23:32
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Leveraging their exceptional surface modification capabilities, water-based acrylic emulsions enhance both the physical properties and printability of coatings applied to paper. When incorporated into a formulation and applied to the paper surface, they form a protective film that improves surface strength, water resistance, and smoothness, while simultaneously reducing ink penetration t...
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Application of Waterborne Acrylic Emulsion in Adhesives
- 2026-04-03 15:54:45
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As environmental regulations tighten globally and end users increasingly prioritize health and sustainability, the adhesive industry is undergoing a fundamental shift from solvent‑based to eco‑friendly alternatives. Among the various solutions, waterborne acrylic emulsion has emerged as a leading material due to its excellent balance of performance, versatility, and environmental compatibility. Wa...
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What is a Water-based Acrylic Emulsion
- 2026-04-08 11:24:34
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Water-based acrylic emulsion is a polymeric emulsion material that utilizes water as its dispersion medium. It is produced through an emulsion polymerization reaction involving vinyl monomers, primarily acrylic esters. Key Features: Environmental Friendliness: With water serving as the dispersion medium, it features extremely low levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs); it is no...
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How to Master Molecular Weight Control in Acrylic Resin Synthesis
- 2026-04-11 16:19:47
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Acrylic resin synthesis is fundamentally a free-radical polymerization process, consisting of chain initiation, chain propagation, and chain termination, often accompanied by chain transfer throughout the reaction. For thermoplastic acrylic resins, controlling molecular weight and molecular weight distribution is critical. While increasing molecular weight improves the mechanical properties o...
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What is the difference between pure acrylic emulsion and acrylic emulsion
- 2026-04-13 18:08:26
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In the coatings industry, pure acrylic emulsion and acrylic emulsion (typically meaning styrene-acrylic) are two common waterborne binders. Their main differences lie in composition, performance, and application. 1. Composition Pure acrylic emulsion: Made from 100% acrylic monomers (e.g., butyl acrylate, methyl methacrylate). Acrylic emulsion (styrene-acrylic): Copolymer of styrene and acrylic mon...
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What is the difference between water-based and oil-based acrylics
- 2026-04-16 14:47:59
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Water-based acrylics and oil-based acrylics are two distinct types of acrylics. But do you know what distinguishes them? Base Water-based Acrylic: The base for water-based acrylics is water. It is an acrylic coating that utilizes water as its solvent. Oil-based Acrylic: The base for oil-based acrylics consists of acrylic resins suspended in organic solvents. Drying Time Water-based ...