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Heubach announced that it is expanding its bismuth vanadate pigment capacity to meet the growing demand for high-performance pigments and replace lead chromates. Heubach will double existing capacities at its plant in Langelsheim, Germany, which will become operational in 2017.
The portfolio of bismuth vanadate pigments, marketed under the Vanadur and Vanadur Plus brands, is continuously being developed. These inorganic yellows are characterized by a unique green hue and excellent solidity properties. Uses of the products include paints and coatings.
"We believe that increased regulatory pressure on lead chromate pigments will drive the growth of pigments that offer sustainable alternatives. Heubach is committed to offering its customers various solutions in this field, as evidenced by our newly installed yellow rutile factory in Germany, our recent expansion in organic yellow pigments in India and the current expansion in bismuth vanadate yellows," said Johann Heubach, CEO of Heubach Holding.
