Hexion readies new unit for water-based tackifier dispersions in the US

摘要

Hexion Specialty Chemicals Inc has completed constructing a unit for manufacturing water-based tackifier dispersions for pressure sensitive adhesives at its production facility in Baxley, Georgia (USA).The new unit incorporates Hexion's proprietary 'Robust' manufacturing process technology, which produces tackifier dispersions with finer particle size and virtually zero grit. According to Hexion, adhesive manufacturers incorporating these 'Snowtack' tackifier dispersions in their formulations Can produce high-quality adhesives that provide better coating characteristics and enhanced line performance when used on high speed coaters, resulting in fewer finished product defects.