Understanding Easy Dispersibility and Activation of LUVOTIX® VP031 and Its Impact on Coating Formulations

Overview

Efficient processing and reliable performance are essential requirements for modern coating formulations. Rheological additives must therefore combine strong functionality with easy incorporation and activation during manufacturing. This presentation highlights the easy dispersibility and rapid activation of LUVOTIX® VP031 and explains how these features simplify processing while ensuring consistent performance. Key factors behind this behavior, such as material design, particle characteristics, and interactions within liquid coating systems, will be discussed. Practical formulation examples demonstrate reduced dispersion effort, shorter processing times, and the resulting effects on coating properties including viscosity control, sag resistance, and formulation stability.

Speakers

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  Christian Pfichner

  Head of Technical Service and Product Development · Lehmann & Voss & Co.KG for Levhoss Italia

  Christian Pfichner is a chemical engineer with extensive experience in polymer and resin development, including binders, UV acrylates, alkyd resins, polyesters, hybrid systems, and thixotropic resins. He is currently Head of Technical Service and Product Development at Lehmann & Voss, where he is responsible for the development of specialty chemicals and additives for the coatings, paints, adhesives, and sealants industries, with a strong focus on rheological additives for solvent-free, waterborne, and solvent-based systems.