Architectural Coatings Product Selector AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND 2014
Rethinking architectural coatings Dow Coating Materials is driving innovation across the architectural coatings market customer focused innovation that addresses formulators critical needs. From advanced hiding technologies to extreme exposure testing, we are rethinking every aspect of the ways in which coatings can perform better to enhance infrastructure and our lives. Coatings An innovative approach We are innovators in: Advanced hiding technology; Low-VOC solutions for interior architectural coatings; High durability solutions for exterior architectural coatings; and Rheology modifiers and dispersants for all waterborne applications. Working together Customer collaboration is our springboard for innovation. We work with you to develop paints and coatings that are formulated to do more for your business and your customers. Supply chain excellence We have a particularly efficient and reliable supply chain. Our operations facilitate the highest levels of customer service, logistics and on-time delivery throughout Australia and New Zealand. Leading-edge technical support Dow Coating Materials has a dedicated global team of highly qualified technical sales representatives and experienced marketers. The result is exceptional service to our customers and an ongoing commitment to finding an efficient, mutually advantageous path to market. Our paint testing exposure stations at 14 locations and with 30,000 panels painted with over 100,000 different paint formulations provide invaluable insight into coating technology performance around the world. Global meets local As a customer of Dow Coating Materials, you have unique access to a world of architectural coatings solutions. Architectural Products Selector page 2
Advanced product solutions Dow Coating Materials offers a unique range of technologically advanced architectural coatings solutions adapted for local use from our global resources. Architectural binders 4 A complete range of advanced emulsion polymers for water based decorative coatings for use in all types of interior and exterior applications, from the company that pioneered waterborne chemistry. Opaque polymers 8 A family of opaque polymers that offer cost efficient opacity and performance to water based paints. Dow Coating Materials invented, and offers accomplished expertise in this technology. Rheology modifiers 8 An extensive portfolio of rheology modifiers and thickeners based on technologies designed to control the flow of paint and maximise the performance and application properties. Dispersants 11 A range of polyacid and polymeric dispersants for use in interior and exterior paint applications. Our dispersants have been designed for flawless compatibility with our rheology modifiers. Architectural Products Selector page 3
BINDERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS/UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE SOLIDS % MFFT C APEO FREE 1 NO ADDED FORMALDEHYDE 2 AMMONIA FREE 3 MINIMAL VOC CAPABLE 4 FLAT/ LOW TRIM PAINTS MATT/ LOW / PR-1045 Offers excellent adhesion, mechanical stability and compatibility with universal colourants. Can be formulated with low levels of ZnO for self priming applications. Excellent exterior durability. 46.5% 14 P T E-1764K Offers an excellent level of adhesion to timber and recoat surfaces especially chalky substrates. High solids facilitate more versatility and high volume solids formulating. Excellent durability and grain cracking resistance on timber. 60.0% 5 Y P T SF-017 Facilitates formulation of solvent free*, low odour/voc paints. Offers excellent pigment binding capacity and scrub resistance. 50.5% 3 Y Y Y P SF-220 Facilitates formulation of solvent free*, low odour/voc paints. Offers excellent pigment binding capacity, scrub resistance and stain resistance with minimal odour. 45.5% <5 Y Y Y P AS-2010EF Styrene emulsion designed for excellent water whitening resistance. Excellent washability for interior/ exterior flat to semi-gloss paints and textured finishes. Styrene/ 49.0% 17 Y Y P AC-6501R Versatile emulsion offers excellent film formation properties and high water resistance. Excellent alkyd adhesion and fast hardness development. Low foaming. Excellent exterior durability and gloss retention. 50.0% 17 Y P C AC-6501EF APEO 1 and ammonia free 3 Versatile emulsion offers excellent film formation properties. Excellent alkyd adhesion and fast hardness development. Low foaming. Excellent exterior durability. 50.0% 17 Y Y Y P C PR-1038R Excellent exterior durability and gloss retention. Designed for roof refurbishment market to offer excellent performance/cost balance. Offers excellent water whitening resistance. Low foaming. 50.0% 16 Y 1. Manufactured without the use of Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate surfactants. 2. Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous material in our environment. Currently there is no accepted regulatory or industry definition of Formaldehyde-Free. Therefore, we purposely refrain from using the term Formaldehyde-Free. However, for the products listed, we do not intentionally add Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde generators. 3. Manufactured without the use of aqueous ammonia. 4. Capable of being formulated into minimal VOC paints. * Manufactured without added solvent. Architectural Products Selector page 4 Y Yes Highly recommended Suitable Minimal VOC Capable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal
BINDERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS/UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE SOLIDS % MFFT C APEO FREE 1 NO ADDED FORMALDEHYDE 2 AMMONIA FREE 3 MINIMAL VOC CAPABLE 4 FLAT/ LOW TRIM PAINTS / AC-261P Versatile and robust emulsion. Excellent scrub resistance and high gloss potential. Excellent coverage, flow and leveling and film properties. 50.0% 18 Y Y P C DC-3826(N) Offers excellent adhesion to a range of substrates. AVANSE TM Technology can result in formulation TiO 2 reduction. Can be formulated low odour/voc. Can provide tannin blocking with and without ZnO. Excellent exterior durability. 52.0% 13 Y Y M E-3131 polymer with ambient crosslinking technology. Facilitates formulation of solvent free* paints and offers an excellent balance of stain and scrub resistance, with excellent adhesion. 48.0% <1 Y P HG-3361 polymer with ambient crosslinking technology. Offers good resistance to household chemicals. Excellent hardness development and blocking resistance. Excellent adhesion to alkyd, gloss and flow properties. 45.0% 24 Y Y 1. Manufactured without the use of Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate surfactants. 2. Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous material in our environment. Currently there is no accepted regulatory or industry definition of Formaldehyde-Free. Therefore, we purposely refrain from using the term Formaldehyde-Free. However, for the products listed, we do not intentionally add Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde generators. 3. Manufactured without the use of aqueous ammonia. 4. Capable of being formulated into minimal VOC paints. * Manufactured without added solvent. Y Yes Highly recommended Suitable Minimal VOC Capable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal Architectural Products Selector page 5
BINDERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS/UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE SOLIDS % MFFT C APEO FREE 1 NO ADDED FORMALDEHYDE 2 AMMONIA FREE 3 MINIMAL VOC CAPABLE 4 FLAT/ LOW TRIM PAINTS / AC-2235 Excellent exterior durability and grain crack resistance. Suitable for higher PVC formulations with excellent mechanical stability. Wet and dry adhesion to aged alkyd paints. Excellent colour acceptance. 46.5% 7 P C AC-4235 NEW APEO 1 and ammonia free 3. Excellent exterior durability and grain crack resistance. Suitable for higher PVC formulations with excellent mechanical stability. Wet and dry adhesion to aged alkyd paints. Excellent colour acceptance. 50.0% 7 Y Y Y P C RHA-184 A versatile self priming emulsion that can be formulated from semi gloss to gloss paint. Can be formulated with low levels of ZnO for tannin blocking. Excellent exterior durability, grain crack resistance and dirt pickup. High levels of adhesion, mechanical stability and colourant compatibility. 46.0% 13 Y RHA-884 NEW Designed for exterior self-priming paints requiring excellent resistance to dirt collection. Can be formulated from semi-gloss to gloss paint. Excellent tannin block properties. Excellent mechanical stability with good colour acceptance. 46.0% 13 Y MV-23LOA Excellent timber primer to low sheen emulsion. Offers excellent tannin block resistance when formulated with ZnO. Excellent exterior durability and flash rust resistance. 43.0% 8 Y T DIRTSHIELD K-1 Excellent exterior durability, water and efflorescence resistance. Exceptional dirt pick up resistance in tropical conditions from gloss to sheen paints. Excellent adhesion to masonry substrates. Excellent block resistance. 50.0% 44 Y Y C ELASTENE 2468 polymer with multiple controlled cross-linking chemistry. Excellent flexibility while maintaining higher dirt pick up resistance, toughness and recovery. No external plasticisers necessary. 50.0% <1 Y Y C 1. Manufactured without the use of Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate surfactants. 2. Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous material in our environment. Currently there is no accepted regulatory or industry definition of Formaldehyde-Free. Therefore, we purposely refrain from using the term Formaldehyde-Free. However, for the products listed, we do not intentionally add Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde generators. 3. Manufactured without the use of aqueous ammonia. 4. Capable of being formulated into minimal VOC paints. * Manufactured without added solvent. Architectural Products Selector page 6 Y Yes Highly recommended Suitable Minimal VOC Capable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal
BINDERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS/UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE SOLIDS % MFFT C APEO FREE 1 NO ADDED FORMALDEHYDE 2 AMMONIA FREE 3 MINIMAL VOC CAPABLE 4 FLAT/ LOW TRIM PAINTS / DC-100B NEW A versatile emulsion with unique functional chemistry and ambient cure cross linking technology. Offers an excellent balance of properties including tannin blocking, efflorescence resistance, corrosion resistance and excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates. Can be formulated in variety of coating from primers to topcoats. Styrene/ 50.5% 14 Y Y C M 2133 Offers excellent gloss and hardness development. Good chemical and solvent resistance and adhesion to under prepared surfaces. Can be blended with water reducible alkyds and cross linked with emulsified epoxy resins. Sealer for masonry and vinyl. Used in pebble mixes, high gloss metal and wood lacquers. Styrene/ 41.5% 52 C PR-75 Versatile binder that can be used in the formulation of primers that upgrade difficult substrates into sound repaint surfaces. Excellent stain blocking capabilities. 43.0% 8 Y Y MAINCOTE PR-71K Excellent non ferrous metal adhesion. Stable to anti-corrosive pigments. High levels of corrosion resistance. Excellent performance as water based metal primer. Styrene 50.5% 20 M EVOQUE Pre-Composite Polymer EVOQUE Pre-Composite Polymer Technology is a class of polymer that improves the particle distribution and light scattering efficiency of Titanium Dioxide (TiO 2 ). The result facilitates improved wet and dry hiding and improved film barrier properties using up to 20 percent less TiO 2 pigment. EVOQUE Pre-Composite Polymer Technology can be used in tandem with ROPAQUE Opaque Polymers to further reduce TiO 2 content while improving or maintaining hiding and other paint film properties. TiO 2 EVOQUE Pre-Composite Polymer Coatings 1. Manufactured without the use of Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate surfactants. 2. Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous material in our environment. Currently there is no accepted regulatory or industry definition of Formaldehyde-Free. Therefore, we purposely refrain from using the term Formaldehyde-Free. However, for the products listed, we do not intentionally add Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde generators. 3. Manufactured without the use of aqueous ammonia. 4. Capable of being formulated into minimal VOC paints. * Manufactured without added solvent. Y Yes Highly recommended Suitable Minimal VOC Capable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal Architectural Products Selector page 7
OPAQUE POLYMERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS/UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE SOLIDS % CARRIER LIQUID APEO FREE 1 NO ADDED FORMALDEHYDE 2 AMMONIA FREE 3 FLAT/ LOW / TRIM ENAMEL / ROPAQUE ULTRA Opaque polymer with optimized void fraction and particle size. Offers increased light scattering performance and greater cost savings than competitive opaque polymers. More efficient TiO 2 spacing and increased opacifying efficiency. Opaque Polymer 30.0% Water Y Y M ROPAQUE ULTRA-X NEW Opaque polymer with optimized void fraction and particle size. Ammonia free 3 for low odor formulating. Offers increased light scattering performance and greater cost savings than competitive opaque polymers. More efficient TiO 2 spacing and increased opacifying efficiency. Opaque Polymer 30.0% Water Y Y Y M RHEOLOGY MODIFIERS LOW SHEAR VISCOSITY BUILDERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS / UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE ACTIVES % CARRIER LIQUID FLAT/ LOW / TRIM PAINTS / ASE-60 Highly efficient pseudoplastic thickener. Offers a yield value and efficient thickening at low shear rates. Excellent choice for structured and high PVC paints. ASE 28.0% Water DR-72 Cost effective alternative to high molecular weight cellulosic thickeners. Offers excellent in can structure and roller spatter resistance. Also contributes to medium shear rate viscosity. HASE 30.0% Water RM-12W Offers excellent in-can structure and settling, sagging and slumping resistance. Excellent co-thickener. Recommended for spray applications. HEUR 19.0% Water M TT-615 Low shear rate viscosity builder. Excellent thickener for roller applied textured paints and high PVC formulations. Will offer high sag and anti-settling resistance. HASE 30.0% Water DR-110 NEW Hydrophobically modified cellulosic alternative with the advantage of liquid handling and potential cost savings. HASE 30.0% Water 1. Manufactured without the use of Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate surfactants. 2. Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous material in our environment. Currently there is no accepted regulatory or industry definition of Formaldehyde-Free. Therefore, we purposely refrain from using the term Formaldehyde-Free. However, for the products listed, we do not intentionally add Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde generators. 3. Manufactured without the use of aqueous ammonia. * Manufactured without added solvent. Architectural Products Selector page 8 Y Yes Highly recommended Suitable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal
RHEOLOGY MODIFIERS MID SHEAR VISCOSITY BUILDERS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS / UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE ACTIVES % CARRIER LIQUID FLAT/ LOW / TRIM PAINTS / TT-935 Medium shear rate viscosity bulider. Suitable for a wide range of architectural and functional applications. Excellent roller spatter resistance. HASE 30.0% Water RM-8W Excellent medium shear rate viscosity builder. Excellent spatter resistance and gloss potential. HEUR 17.5% Water M RM-845 Efficient medium shear rate viscosity builder. Excellent spatter resistance and gloss potential. HEUR 25.0% Water M SCT-275 Efficient medium and low shear rate viscosity builder. Excellent spatter resistance and gloss potential. HEUR 17.5% Water/DEGBE M RM-400 NEW This KU-building associative thickener offers formulators an excellent balance of sag resistance and flow and levelling, particularly in tinted paints, and gloss development for interior and exterior paints. Efficient medium shear rate viscosity builder, also contributes to high shear viscosity. Solvent free* alternative to SCT- 275. HEUR 18.0% Water M RM-995 Offers improved stability to viscosity loss on tinting. Medium shear rate viscosity builder with some contribution to low shear viscosity. Excellent flow and sag balance. ACRYSOL TM RM-2020NPR recommended as a co-thickener. HEUR 20.0% Water M * Manufactured without added solvent. Highly recommended Suitable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal Architectural Products Selector page 9
RHEOLOGY MODIFIERS HIGH SHEAR VISCOSITY BUILDER TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS / UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE ACTIVES % CARRIER LIQUID FLAT/ LOW / TRIM PAINTS / ( P/C/T/M ) RM-5 High shear rate efficient Newtonian profile. Offers increased brush drag and film build. Recommended for high film build applications HASE 30.0% Water RM-7 Will increase brush drag and film build and also some medium shear rate properties such as stirring and pouring. More potential to use a sole thickener in comparison with ACRYSOL TM RM-5. HASE 30.0% Water RM-2020NPR High shear rate efficient Newtonian rheology modifier. Excellent spatter resistance and gloss potential. Very versatile, delivers brush drag and film build with excellent flow and levelling. Often used in conjunction with other rheology modifiers. HEUR 20.0% Water M RM-5000 Highly efficient high shear rate Newtonian rheology modifier. Excellent spatter resistance and gloss potential. Very versatile, offers brush drag and film build with excellent flow and levelling. HEUR 18.5% Water M Viscosity Profile Of Rheology Modifiers* Low Shear Viscosity DR-110 DR-72 ASE-60 TT-615 RM-12W RM- 995 ASE HASE HEUR SCT-275 RM-845 RM-400 TT-935 RM-8W RM-5000 RM-7 RM-2020NPR RM-5 * At typical use levels in quality paints High Shear Viscosity Architectural Products Selector page 10 Highly recommended Suitable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal
DISPERSANTS TECHNOLOGY INTERIOR PAINTS EXTERIOR PAINTS PRIMERS / UNDERCOATS PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS TYPE ACTIVES % NEUTRALISATION USE LEVEL ON PIGMENT FLAT/ LOW / TRIM PAINTS / ( P/C/T/M ) 731DP Very versatile and efficient dispersant. Good pigment wetting and gloss potential. Recommended with HEUR rheology modifiers. Hydrophobic 93.0% NaOH 0.7-1.0% 731A Very versatile and efficient dispersant. Good pigment wetting and gloss potential. Recommended with HEUR rheology modifiers. Liquid form of 731DP. Hydrophobic 25.0% NaOH 0.7-1.0% 681 High performance dispersant. Excellent gloss potential, corrosion resistance, stability with ZnO and other reactive pigments. Recommended with HEUR rheology modifiers. Hydrophobic 35.0% NH 4 OH 3.0-5.0% 165A High performance dispersant. Excellent water resistance properties, good gloss and corrosion resistance. Recommended with HEUR rheology modifiers. Hydrophobic 21.0% NH 4 OH 0.6-1.0% M CA-2500 Excellent colour acceptance in a wide range of paint formulations. Specially designed for systems thickened with HASE rheology modifiers. Hydrophobic 27.0% NH 4 OH 0.5-3.0% 2002 Designed as an emulsion version of OROTAN TM 681. It is un-neutralised so can enable formulators to choose their preferred base. Emulsified with APEO free surfactant. Hydrophobic 42.0% not neutralised 3.0-5.0% 1288 Versatile, cost effective low molecular weight dispersant. Offers low foaming in millbase. Recommended with HASE and ASE rheology modifiers. Polyacid 45.0% NaOH 0.2-0.8% 1850E Cost effective dispersant for flat latex paints. Compatible with reactive pigments such as ZnO. Recommended with HASE and ASE rheology modifiers. Polyacid 30.0% NaOH 0.6-1.0% 1124 Versatile Dispersant. High gloss potential and good colour acceptance. Recommended with HASE, ASE and HEUR rheology modifiers. Hydrophilic 50.0% NH 4 OH 0.5-1.0% Highly recommended Suitable Self priming P Plasterboard C Concrete and Masonry T Timber M Metal Architectural Products Selector page 11
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