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Additives for coil coatings

Enhance protection, durability and quality of coil coatings.

A large, coated metal coil

Start with a solid foundation

Metal rolls and sheets serve as the foundation for manufacturing processes across various industries. They provide a sturdy base for production, enabling efficient and cost-effective operations. Metal coils also simplify supply chain management by offering a readily available and versatile material for manufacturers.

To ensure longevity of metal coils, it is crucial to apply a protective coating to act as a barrier, shielding the metal from corrosion, abrasion or other forms of damage. It can also enhance the durability of the coils, allowing them to withstand the rigors of manufacturing processes.

Eastman performance additives offer a solution to extend the life span of these coils. With specialized additives designed for coatings, they provide an extra layer of protection against corrosion, enhance durability and aesthetics, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. By incorporating these additives into the coating formulation, manufacturers can effectively protect their coated metal rolls and optimize their manufacturing processes.

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Additive benefits for coatings

Eastman cellulose esters offer a range of multifunctional properties that bring numerous advantages to coil coatings. These benefits include:  
  • Improved metallic and pearlescent flake alignment
  • Enhanced flow and leveling
  • Improved gloss control with matting agents.
  • Higher gloss in high-gloss systems
  • Enhanced pigment dispersion
  • Improved appearance in PVDF formulations

Often, a single grade of Solus™ performance additive can offer all these advantages, simplifying the formulation and potentially reducing costs by requiring fewer additives. 

Product types

These performance additives are designed to enhance adhesion of coatings on metal and plastic substrates.

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Eastman cellulose esters are ideal for achieving increased line speeds and ensuring higher-quality finished products.  

Explore Eastman Solus performance additives

Eastman’s resin intermediates serve as the foundation for acrylic and polyester resins in coil coatings. They help reduce VOC requirements while maintaining toughness, weather resistance and flexibility.

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Eastman offers a wide range of solvents to achieve the desired balance of appearance and film properties in coil coatings.

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Applications

Appliance finishing

Offer a durable and aesthetically pleasing finish for appliances and steel furniture.

Building and construction

Use in roofing, claddings, panels, venetian blinds, ceilings and lighting fixtures for both exterior and interior architectural applications.

Electrical enclosures

Provide protection against corrosion, moisture and environmental factors, ensuring durability and safety of electrical equipment.

Galvanized steel or aluminum

Create a primer for galvanized steel or aluminum substrates, enhancing adhesion and corrosion resistance.

Garage doors

Provide weathering and corrosion protection while enhancing appearance.

HVAC systems

Enhance corrosion resistance and durability and improve heat transfer efficiency.

Industrial equipment

Provide protection against corrosion, chemical exposure and wear in manufacturing, processing plants and industrial facilities.

Signage and outdoor advertising

Apply to outdoor signage and advertising structures to enhance appearance, protect against weathering and ensure long-lasting durability.

Transportation uses

Use in automotive construction, trailer and mobile home claddings, and license plates for protections and decoration.

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