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    Curran Granules

    Your Biobased Solution for improved Water based coatings

    Description and General information


    CelluComps Curran performance additive, based on novel fibre technology and derived from root
    crops, provides a unique set of properties for water based coatings. High technical performance
    combined with the renewable nature of Curran, helps solve many of the challenges faced by the paints
    & coatings industry today.

    Curran is both green and multifunctional; using it as a film enhancer provides improved crack resistance
    and reduces film defects. It can also provide improved opacity and in some cases extended open time.
    There can be other benefits, such as enabling solvent reduction. With careful formulating, Curran can
    bring improved performance and result in cost savings. Curran also retains stability in a wide range of
    pH levels to make formulating easier.

    Physical Properties
    Composition Form Colour Active Volatile pH Viscosity Density
    Content Component

    Cellulosic Granules Beige 202% Water 4.5-7 500- 1.07


    Platelet 2000cPs*
    *Brookfield RV, 10rpm, 1%, 20oC

    Applications

    Interior and exterior architectural paints


    Industrial coatings
    Plaster-type materials, including stucco

    Key Properties
    Up to 50% reduction of micro cracking
    Up to 200% improvement of mud crack resistance
    Improved opacity resulting in up to 6% reduction in Titanium Dioxide
    Up to 90% reduction of coalescing solvents resulting in reduced odour and VOC

    Introduction of
    Curran
    Process Guidelines
    Curran Granules should be added at the dispersion/grind phase, ensuring there is sufficient water
    present for dispersion and rehydration (most common formulae will have sufficient water). For further
    information please request a copy of our incorporation video.
    Formulating and incorporation guidance for adding Curran Granules
    In this example, we are using a simple high PVC matt wall paint based on Styrene Acrylic. As Curran
    imparts some viscosity, it is necessary to reduce part of any existing cellulosic thickeners. Here we have
    replaced part of the Bermocoll 320FQ with Curran, based on its active content. For dispersion, we
    are using a Dispermat mixer with a 5.5cm diameter saw tooth blade and 10cm diameter container at
    1500rpm.

    Description Ingredient Solids 1000g Formula

    Water 0% 231.87
    Dispersing Additive BYK 154 42% 4.00
    Defoamer Dapro 7010 100% 1.50
    Biocide Acticide FI(N) 0% 1.40
    Cellulosic Thickener Bermocoll 320FQ 100% 2.00
    Performance Additive Curran 20% 15.00
    Titanium Dioxide Tiona 595 100% 75.00
    Calcium Carbonate Snowcal 70 100% 450.00
    Viscosity
    Magnesium Silicate Talc OXO 100% 50.00
    Brookfield RV
    Disperse fully for a minimum of 15 minutes @10 rpm 9400cP
    Coalescing Agent Texanol 0% 10.00
    Water 0% 52.73 Rotothinner 7.6P
    Styrene Acrylic Binder Acronal S790 50% 100.00
    Defoamer Dapro 7010 100% 1.50 Total Weight (g) 1000.00
    pH Modifier NaOH Solution 10% 10% 2.00 Solids by Volume 41.22%
    Associative Thickener Acrysol TT-935 30% 3.00 PVC 79.54%

    Addition Levels
    Recommended addition levels of Curran Granules are between 1 and 3 % (based on supplied form),
    optimum levels are determined through a series of laboratory tests. The ratios of Curran to HEC may
    be altered for optimisation depending on the required key properties of the formulation.

    Handling & Storage


    Before using this product please consult the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for information on safe
    handling and storage. Recommended storage conditions are a cool and dry environment. Once open,
    containers containing Curran Granules should be re-sealed to avoid moisture loss. Commercially,
    Curran is supplied in 15 Kg boxes.

    Unit 3, West Dock, Tel: +44 (0)1592 870335


    Harbour Place, [email protected]
    Burntisland, Fife, UK www.cellucomp.com
    KY3 9DW

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