WACKER POLYMERS offers customers a technologically

WACKER POLYMERS offers customers a technologically sophisticated range of polymeric binders and additives – along with customized services – based on highly developed production processes, continuous innovation and a global network of dedicated specialists. Mr. Saulat Khan shares his prospect on the polymer industries and new products innovated by Wacker Polymers.

To begin with tell us about the new innovation Wacker has showcased in Paint India 2015

WACKER is presenting high-performance silicones and polymer binders for challenging coatings and construction applications: Wood impregnated with the silicone resin emulsion SILRES^® WH is protected against damp, moisture and damage caused by swelling and shrinkage for an exceedingly long time. New dispersions and dispersible powders of the VINNAPAS^® brand enable reliable waterproofing construction solutions, even under pressure and at low temperatures. Further highlights are SILRES^® BS silicone emulsions for water-repellent, yet vapor-permeable masonry coatings as well as a new VINNAPAS^® dispersion for flexible flooring adhesives.

Tell us aboutSILRESWH innovated by Wacker?

The novel silicone resin emulsion SILRES^® WH possesses hydrophobic properties that reliably protect outdoor wood against wet and damp and the damage that these cause. It is flexible enough to adhere strongly to wood surfaces, and imbues them with the water-repellent properties typical of silicones. Weathering tests show that the product still protects impregnated wood against moisture and damp after more than 15 years.

The 40-percent emulsion is based on a functional silicone resin and can serve as a water-repellent impregnating agent or as an additive for formulating film-forming wood stains. Due to its hydrophobic properties, SILRES^® WH reduces the water uptake of wood and keeps its water content low. Consequently, the wood is better protected against typical damage such as cracks caused by swelling and shrinking. SILRES^® WH added to paints and wood stains confers lasting water repellency, even in low concentrations. The water repellency is clearly revealed by the beading effect the emulsion produces on wood surfaces after weathering. The new product greatly reduces the frequency of renovation and repainting compared with conventional wood preservatives.

To begin with, Sir tell us about how has been the business in recent times?

Business has been good it is slowly growing year on year. With pick up in construction sector the whole Dry Mix market is also growing.

Brief us about the products that is majorly in demand?

Dry Mix Polymers are in high demand. When I say dry mix, it is the components which are in dry form like cement, fillers or some other additives. Only thing that needs to be added with the dry mix would be right portion of water and then it is ready to be use.

More scientifically we have WACKER’s binders of the VINNAPAS^®brand, which are thermoplastic polymers derived from vinyl acetate and ethylene.

Further highlights are WACKER’s vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymers (VAE)-based products for waterproofing construction solutions. VINNAPAS^® 536 ED is ideal as a versatile binder for two-component waterproofing membranes for creating reliable seals in wet areas, such as kitchens or bathrooms. The product offers good compatibility with cement and inorganic fillers which results in high bonding strength. For one-part cementitious waterproofing membranes, WACKER is presenting the VAE-based dispersible powder VINNAPAS^®5044 N. The product offers strong adhesion, even following protracted exposure to water, as well as high elasticity, outstanding crack-bridging ability, and ease of processing, making it ideal for long-lasting coating of canals, pipes, cellars, swimming pools and damp rooms.

What are your expectations from 2016?

It goes along with the construction industry, as I said. Last year, the business was good and for next year, we also expect more growth, mainly because the construction and coatings industry is further picking up. What’s more, our products also go into the repair and renovation market. So there is the construction and coatings industry, followed by the market for repair and renovation – which is even a larger market.