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SpecialChem4coatings.com basics
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What services do SpecialChem offer?
Who are your services targeted at?
How much do charge for the use of your services?

I need...
I am looking for technical information to help me improve my pigment dispersion ...
I need to know whether my specific application will benefit from a radiation cured coating
I am searching for information on the FDA status of various coatings and inks ...
I need a product datasheet for a specific resin / binder family
I am looking for a replacement for the coating / ink formulation which I currently use.
What is a "Celluosic thickener" (or what is the meaning of any other technical term)?
I have a question related to standards and approvals / testing
Can I place an order on your website?


SpecialChem4coatings.com basics

What is the aim of specialchem4coatings.com?
Our website provides professionals from the coatings & inks industry (coatings & inks producers, raw material producers, pigment concentrate manufacturers, OEMs) with a comprehensive platform offering technical resources focused on coatings and inks. Whether you need technical information / data, or expert advice to assist with product development, you will find your solution within SpecialChem's wide range of technical services, problem solving resources, and information providing tools.

What services do SpecialChem offer?
Our services help professionals from the coatings and inks industry at each step of their product development projects and day-to-day operations:

(1) To facilitate your search for coatings and inks related information, sourcing raw materials, and staying up-to-date with the latest developments, we have developed "Resources" zone, where you will find a comprehesive range of "self-help" features:


   Additives, Resins / Binders Database - thousands of additives, resins / binders searchable by your own criteria
Technical Articles - articles focused on Coatings and Inks, summarizing and reviewing important industry issues. Our experts compile the information for you!
Latest Industry News / Upcoming Events - news about trends and developments / complete list of the major events
Glossary - get clear and concise explanations for key terms in the coatings & inks industry


(2) Technical features offered in the TechCenter, including a free expert advice service, which will actively advise you whether you need help developing a new formulation / application or a solution to a technical problem. Our services and features address a wide range of issues related to coatings & inks:

   TechDirect - An on-line Technical Assistance service provided by experts, for free.
Performance & Innovation Centers - Enhance the chemical performance of your coating or ink. In these centers get in-depth technical information that will help you attain a specific effect, resolve dispersion or color-related issues, and keep you up-to-date with innovations in the Coatings & Inks industry.
WebSeminars - A free real-time, online event given by renowned industry experts.


(3) My SpecialChem is your personal area allowing you to manage efficiently website content of your interest (datasheet and articles), and your exchanges with experts.

   My Library - In this area you can store Technical Datasheets, Articles or WebSeminars of interest for you.
Message Box - An area where you can easily access all your exchanges (TechDirects, Requests for Information) with SpecialChems experts.


Who are your services targeted at?

The services on this website were designed specifically for professionals in the coatings and inks industry - from paints, coatings and inks producers, to pigment concentrate manufacturers and end product specifiers.

How much do you charge for the use of your services?
SpecialChem's services are completely free of charge. The only thing you need to do to access / use them is to register.


I need...

I am looking for technical information to help me improve my pigment dispersion ...
Access the Dispersion Center and find comprehensive technical resources containing a wide range of information on dispersion related issues - formulating an optimum dispersion, dispersion equipment / mills, dispersant families ...

Use TechDirect for free and fast expert advice. TechDirect is a technical assistance service which brings you personalised expert advice. All you need to do is to submit your question by clicking here. You will receive your first expert response within 48 hours.


I need to know whether my specific application will benefit from a radiation cured coating ...
Visit the Radiation Cured Coating Center to get guidance on suitable applications for radiation cured coatings, as well as formulation advice and expert insights into future trends in this expanding market.

Use TechDirect for free and fast expert advice. TechDirect is a technical assistance service which brings you personalised expert advice. All you need to do is to submit your question by clicking here. You will receive the first advice within 48 hours.


I am searching for information on the FDA status of various coatings and inks.
Use our Additives Database to find the FDA status of thousands of coatings & inks. Then use the TechDirect service to receive further information or to request a sample (if this service is available for the desired product).

Don't forget that you can store the datasheet in your personal Library (My Library) and keep it there for future consultation.


I need a product datasheet for a specific resin / binder family.
Use our Resins / Binders Database to find a product datasheet to access essential product information. Then use the TechDirect service to receive further information or request a sample (if service available for the product).

Don't forget that you can store the datasheet in your personal Library (My Library) and keep it there for future consultation.


I am looking for a replacement for the coating / ink formulation which I currently use.
Use TechDirect to find the right product replacement for your specific formulation or system. All you need to do is to describe your current situation and indicate who you wish to target. Our experts will contact you with their best solution.

What is a "Celluosic thickener" (or what is the meaning of any other technical term)?
To help you to understand basic terms related to the plastic industry, we have developed a Glossary containing more than 200 terms. To find the definition of the term that you do not understand, go to the Glossary and select the first letter of the word.

I have a question relating to standards and approvals / testing.
Submit your question via TechDirect. One of our experts will quickly provide you with the best answer.

Can I place an order on your website?
No, contrary to the numerous websites available today, specialchem4coatings.com is not a market place. It is a unique, neutral platform, providing solutions and expertise for Paints & Coatings.


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