Westlake Epoxy has introduced a line of high-performance epoxy curing systems designed to improve chemical resistance in coatings, tank linings and repair materials used in industrial manufacturing and facility maintenance. The company said the systems use optimized cross-link density to create a more durable barrier against chemical attack in demanding environments.
Epoxy resins are widely used in industrial applications because of their mechanical strength and chemical stability. Conventional formulations, however, can struggle to maintain structural integrity during prolonged exposure to strong acids, alkalis or selected solvents.
Westlake Epoxy said its researchers used molecular design to increase cross-link density during curing, forming a denser chemical barrier. The portfolio includes EPON and EPI-REZ resins used with EPIKURE curing agents, and the systems can be formulated for solventborne or waterborne applications.
The materials are intended for chemical-resistant enamel and glaze coatings, floor toppings, tank linings and industrial repair systems, and can be customized for specific applications.
To accommodate different application conditions and performance priorities, Westlake Epoxy offers multiple formulation routes. The main technical options for decorative and glaze coatings are summarized below.
| System type | Core components | Performance characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Waterborne system | EPON Resin 828, HELOXY Modifier 8, EPIKURE Curing Agent 8537-WY-60 | Balanced performance for decorative and glaze coatings |
| Solvent-free system | EPON Resin 813, EPIKURE Curing Agent 3370, EPIKURE Curing Agent 3271 | High chemical resistance |
The epoxy systems can also be formulated for water and solvent resistance, acid resistance, abrasion resistance, high gloss, low viscosity and ambient-temperature curing, according to the company. These options are intended to meet varied field application requirements.
Waterborne formulations such as those containing EPIKURE Curing Agent 8537-WY-60 generally offer a balance of physical and chemical performance, making them suitable for decorative coatings where environmental profile and ease of application are priorities. For high-concentration chemical exposure or more demanding corrosion resistance, solvent-free systems are positioned as offering greater chemical resistance.
The systems support ambient-temperature curing, which can provide flexibility for industrial repairs or large tank linings where heat curing is not feasible. When selecting an epoxy system, viscosity and cross-link density should be weighed against the corrosion level of the service environment, with technical data guiding the choice among EPON and EPIKURE combinations.
Westlake Epoxy has introduced a line of high-performance epoxy curing systems designed to improve chemical resistance in coatings, tank linings and repair materials used in industrial manufacturing and facility maintenance. The company said the systems use optimized cross-link density to create a more durable barrier against chemical attack in demanding environments.
Epoxy resins are widely used in industrial applications because of their mechanical strength and chemical stability. Conventional formulations, however, can struggle to maintain structural integrity during prolonged exposure to strong acids, alkalis or selected solvents.
Westlake Epoxy said its researchers used molecular design to increase cross-link density during curing, forming a denser chemical barrier. The portfolio includes EPON and EPI-REZ resins used with EPIKURE curing agents, and the systems can be formulated for solventborne or waterborne applications.
The materials are intended for chemical-resistant enamel and glaze coatings, floor toppings, tank linings and industrial repair systems, and can be customized for specific applications.
To accommodate different application conditions and performance priorities, Westlake Epoxy offers multiple formulation routes. The main technical options for decorative and glaze coatings are summarized below.
| System type | Core components | Performance characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Waterborne system | EPON Resin 828, HELOXY Modifier 8, EPIKURE Curing Agent 8537-WY-60 | Balanced performance for decorative and glaze coatings |
| Solvent-free system | EPON Resin 813, EPIKURE Curing Agent 3370, EPIKURE Curing Agent 3271 | High chemical resistance |
The epoxy systems can also be formulated for water and solvent resistance, acid resistance, abrasion resistance, high gloss, low viscosity and ambient-temperature curing, according to the company. These options are intended to meet varied field application requirements.
Waterborne formulations such as those containing EPIKURE Curing Agent 8537-WY-60 generally offer a balance of physical and chemical performance, making them suitable for decorative coatings where environmental profile and ease of application are priorities. For high-concentration chemical exposure or more demanding corrosion resistance, solvent-free systems are positioned as offering greater chemical resistance.
The systems support ambient-temperature curing, which can provide flexibility for industrial repairs or large tank linings where heat curing is not feasible. When selecting an epoxy system, viscosity and cross-link density should be weighed against the corrosion level of the service environment, with technical data guiding the choice among EPON and EPIKURE combinations.
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