International. Hexion Inc.'s VeoVa vinyl ester monomer is a key component in a new specialty binder developed by Vanora for the paint and coating industry that is environmentally preferred for having no volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Vanora, a polymer dispersion manufacturer based in Sempach, Switzerland, leveraged Hexion's VeoCryl technology, which combines VeoVa vinyl ester and acrylate monomers, to develop a biocide-free dispersion. Biocides are the active chemical molecules that can be used to control or inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms.
The new dispersion known as DXV.4229 contains soluble glass, also known as sodium silicate, to increase pH and a stabilized hydrophobic polymer based on the VeoVa vinyl ester. VeoVa vinyl ester provides both alkaline and water resistance, while soluble glass ensures good water vapor diffusion. DXV.4229 is suitable for use in paints and plasters for interiors and exteriors.
