Understanding Glue Defoamers: An Insight into Foam Control in Adhesive Production
Defoamer is a chemical additive that reduces and prevents the formation of foam in industrial processes. One the most common defoamers is glue defoamer, which is specially designed for adhesive formulations.
Glue defoamers are commonly used in production of adhesives to prevent foam from forming during the mixing and application process. Foam can form due to different factors such as air being incorporated into the mixture or presence of surface active agents in the formulation.
The foam that forms can cause problems with the efficiency and quality of the adhesive. Inefficient mixing resulting from excess foam formation can cause incomplete curing and improper adhesion, or even lead to excess waste and downtime.
Glue defoamers work by breaking down the foam bubbles in the mixture into smaller bubbles that escape to the surface and burst. This allows for the trapped gases to escape, preventing foam formation during the mixing and application process. The defoamer can be added directly to the adhesive formulation or added to the equipment used in the adhesive application process.
Glue defoamers are made up of several active ingredients that work together to create an optimal foam control solution. These ingredients include polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), hydrophobic silica, and fatty alcohols. These active work together to provide a durable and stable defoaming anti-foaming effect over the long-term.
Glue defoamers are essential in the production of adhesives and other similar formulations. Defoamer help to prevent the formation of foam bubbles during the mixing and application process, ensuring that the final product is efficient and effective. With their unique blend of active ingredients, glue defoamer antifoam effectively control foam, increase durability and reduce downtime in manufacturing processes.
RISE Chemical has extensive experience with antifoam in multiple industries,please contact our foam control team to get recommendations for specific foam-control solutions.
