RSA Knowledge Center Dispersing Additive for Coatings: What It Does and Why It Matters A dispersing additive for coatings plays a critical role in helping pigments distribute evenly, remain stable, and deliver the appearance, strength, and consistency expected from modern industrial coating formulations. In this blog, we explain what dispersing additives do, why they matter, […]
RSA Technical Blog What Causes Orange Peel in Industrial Coatings? Orange peel is one of the most common surface appearance defects in industrial coatings. This blog explains what causes it, why flow and leveling matter, and how formulators can reduce surface irregularity and improve final film finish. Industrial Coatings Flow & Leveling Surface Defects Table […]
RSA Technical Blog Common Adhesion Problems in Industrial Coatings and How to Solve Them Adhesion problems in industrial coatings can lead to peeling, flaking, delamination, and early coating failure. This blog breaks down the most common adhesion issues, why they happen, and how formulators can approach practical solutions. Industrial Coatings Adhesion Problems Problem-Solution Blog Table […]
RSA Technical Blog Adhesion Promoters for Metal, Plastic, and Difficult Substrates in Industrial Coatings Different substrates create different coating challenges. This blog explains why metal, plastic, and other difficult surfaces often need better adhesion support, and how adhesion promoters can help improve coating reliability in industrial systems. Industrial Coatings Adhesion Promoters Metal & Plastic Substrates […]
RSA Technical Blog Why Coating Adhesion Failure Happens and How Adhesion Promoters Help Coating adhesion failure is one of the most common and costly issues in industrial finishing. This blog explains why adhesion problems happen, what symptoms formulators should watch for, and how adhesion promoters can help support better coating performance. Industrial Coatings Adhesion Promoters […]
Coating Additives Blog Preventing Flooding and Floating in Industrial Coatings with the Right Additives Flooding and floating are common appearance defects in industrial coatings, especially in systems containing multiple pigments or difficult pigment combinations. These defects can affect shade uniformity, visual quality, and batch consistency. This guide explains why flooding and floating happen and how […]
Coating Additives Blog What Is a Hyperdispersant and When Is It Better Than a Standard Dispersant? In modern coating formulations, not every pigment system can be handled efficiently with a basic dispersing additive. Hyperdispersants are often preferred in difficult pigment systems where stronger stabilization, lower viscosity, and better dispersion quality are required. This guide explains […]
Coating Additives Blog Titanium Dioxide Dispersion Problems in Coatings and How to Improve TiO2 Stability Titanium dioxide plays a critical role in coating opacity, whiteness, and consistency. But when TiO2 is not dispersed and stabilized properly, formulators can face viscosity rise, poor hiding, settling, and unstable coating performance. This guide explains the common problems and […]
Coating Additives Blog How to Choose the Right Dispersing Additive for Organic, Inorganic, and Carbon Black Pigments Selecting the right dispersing additive is critical for achieving stable viscosity, strong color development, reduced reflocculation, and reliable long-term coating performance. This guide explains how to evaluate dispersing additives across organic pigments, inorganic pigments, and carbon black systems. […]
Coating Additives Blog How Antifoam Dosage Affects Coating Performance and Common Overdose Problems Antifoams are essential for controlling foam during manufacturing, filling, and application of coatings. But the right product alone is not enough. Dosage plays a major role in how well an antifoam performs and whether it introduces side effects into the coating system. […]