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Construction additives

Manufacturers of construction products must stay updated with constantly evolving building codes and regulations and ensure that their products comply with the required standards. They must develop new solutions to meet the diverse needs of the construction market while meeting cost-efficiency targets. The need for sustainable construction solutions is also growing.

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Modern construction materials require groundbreaking formulations that provide outstanding workability and physical properties. Systems need advanced raw materials, and construction additives by BASF can make the difference. BASF offers a broad range of powder and liquid additives that help formulate innovative products.

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The quality of local raw materials influences the properties of construction materials, such as dry mortars and prefabricated materials. That’s why interactions between organic and inorganic binders, fillers, and a range of chemical construction additives must be controlled to ensure the best performance of the system. Our lab-based, application-focused technical experts support optimizing formulations and choosing the right raw materials. We provide the right solution for specific raw materials and special local requirements. With our construction additives and formulation knowledge for construction materials, we especially support flowable systems, non-sag applications, and refractory and prefabricated materials. Explore our broad product portfolio of construction additives!

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Technical Information: Preservation of Polymer Dispersions

Covering the selection of biocides for preservation to proper handling and storage techniques, ensuring the stability and quality of water-based polymer dispersions throughout their shelf life. Whether you are involved in production, packaging, transportation, or storage of polymer dispersions, this information will help you maintain optimal microbiological quality and ensure the longevity of your products.

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Technical Information: Handling and Storage of Polymer Dispersions

Polymer dispersions are increasingly processed in various industries. Bulk delivery by road or rail tanker is more convenient for processing facilities. This Technical Information provides an overview of the advantages of bulk delivery and requirements for storage tanks. It also describes measures for handling bulk deliveries of polymer dispersions.

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Q&A on the EU's restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles

In October 2023, a new restriction on microparticles from synthetic polymers (formerly microplastics) came into force to reduce the release of microplastics into the environment. In this web seminar we clarify the most important questions on this topic.

Sustainability meets Architectural Coatings and Construction

Whether with Architectural Coatings or Construction materials, our biomass-balanced solutions help reduce the carbon footprint of your products, giving you the opportunity to create additional value for your customers. Discover how our partners Barbot, San Marco and Uzin Utz made biomass balance a success.

Case Study “Save up to 50% CO2 of your EIFS”

Did you know how to use the Biomass Balance Approach to save fossil resources?
In this case study you will learn how the Biomass Balance Approach works and what the benefits are.

EU Regulation for Sustainable Products

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) is an important cornerstone of the EU's approach to more environmentally sustainable and circular products. Find out about the sustainability requirements and their impact, and how it is changing the way products are designed and manufactured.

Restriction on Synthetic Polymer Microparticles

In this web seminar you will get a comprehensive overview of the restriction on synthetic polymer microparticles and the implications for the use of dispersions in construction and paint products placed on the European market. The restriction entered into force on October 17, 2023.