In the paint and coatings manufacturing industry, acrylic emulsions are essential for achieving high quality finishes. These emulsions, formed by acrylic polymers in an aqueous medium, provide stable, durable and aesthetically attractive coatings. Paints made with acrylic emulsions are bright, transparent and very resistant.

What is Acrylic Emulsion?

An acrylic emulsion is a stable dispersion of acrylic polymer particles in an aqueous medium. The polymers are composed of acrylic monomers such as ethyl acrylate, butyl methacrylate and methyl methacrylate, among others, which form stable and durable coatings with excellent aesthetic qualities.

Benefits and Characteristics of Acrylates

Acrylates offer a combination of durability and strength, allowing paints to withstand adverse environmental conditions and wear; flexibility and adhesion, ensuring they adhere well to various surfaces without cracking or peeling off; and transparency and shine, providing aesthetically attractive finishes. In addition, they stand out for their fast drying, improving efficiency in industrial processes, and their low toxicity and odor, making them ideal for interior applications.

Applications of Acrylic Emulsions

• Exterior and Interior Paints: Acrylic emulsions are used in the formulation of exterior and interior paints thanks to their low odor, resistance to washing, easy application and resistance to weathering. They allow you to obtain matte, semi-matte or glossy finishes of excellent aesthetic quality.
• Industrial Coatings: They are used on metal surfaces, varnishes and lacquers for wood, furniture and floors. They are also applied in architectural coatings for ceilings, preventing drips and humidity.

Innovations and Sustainability in the Use of Acrylates

• Low VOC Acrylates: The development of acrylates with low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC) reduces the release of harmful chemicals, improving safety for users and the environment.
• Nanotechnology: Incorporating nanotechnology into acrylates creates coatings with improved properties, such as superior scratch resistance, self-cleaning, and increased durability.
• Acrylate Biopolymers: Research in acrylic biopolymers seeks to create products derived from renewable sources, offering properties similar to traditional acrylates but with a lower environmental impact.

Conclusion

Acrylates and acrylic emulsions are essential in the formulation of high-quality paints and coatings, thanks to their multiple benefits and versatile properties. With continued innovations and a focus on sustainability, the future for acrylates in this industry looks promising. In the Chem Fluid catalog, you will find acrylates and other essential raw materials such as glycols and glycerin for the production of high-quality paints and coatings.