PMA vs. EB Acetate vs. DB Acetate: Comparing Three Glycol Ether Esters
Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate (PMA), ethylene glycol butyl ether acetate (EB Acetate), and diethylene ...
D-Limonene Alternatives for Cleaning and Degreasing
Sta-Sol® microemulsion concentrates can be effective alternatives to d-Limonene for several cleaning and degreasing applications.
Sta-Sol® ESS 301
Sta-Sol® ESS 301 is a high-performance, low-VOC solvent blend designed for efficient removal of resins, urethanes, and tough soils from parts, tools, and equipment.
Case Study: Resin Removal in Emerging 3D Print Technologies
A safer solvent for cleaning parts made in new 3D printing processes.
EPA Proposals under TSCA Section 6: NMP and Methylene Chloride
Finding alternatives to NMp and Methylene Chloride in light of restrictions.
Replacing Conventional Solvents With Microemulsions
Replacing conventional solvents with microemulsion concentrates.
Articles / Solvents / Surfactants
Micro-Emulsions: Safer Chemistry and Improved Performance in Aqueous Cleaning
Micro-emulsions are designed to produce stable micro-droplets that harness the best properties of both organic solvents and aqueous solutions.
Case Study – Acetone Replacement in Photoresist Strip Process
Sta-Sol® ME 1100C is an efficient, water soluble alternative to acetone for photoreist strip in microelectronics processing applications.
General Purpose Polymer Cleaning & Flushing
Sta-Sol PS-100 is a versatile, cost-effective and efficient solvent blend designed to clean and flush a wide range of polymeric resins.
LVP-VOC Exemption: Regulatory Overview
Summary Despite increasingly strict VOC limits at the state and federal level, I&I formulators can ...
Propylene Carbonate in Cleaning & Degreasing Applications
Propylene carbonate (PC) is a clear, organic polar solvent made from the reaction of propylene ...
Case Study: NMP Replacement Solution
Summary: N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) is a highly effective solvent for paint stripping and resin removal applications. ...
Industrial Solvent Alternatives
There is a growing interest in finding alternative solvents for industrial applications. The initial interest ...
Asphalt Cleaning & Removal
Fighting Tar & Residue with Bio-Based Solutions: Removing asphalt and tar residue from heavy duty ...
Material Update: Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO)
DMSO is used as a polar aprotic solvent in several applications, including electronics (photoresist stripping ...