03.24.17
BASF will launch APEX, a portfolio of versatile and cost-effective binders for the paper coating market, atPaperCon 2017, April 23-26 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
APEX offers lower high shear rheology, high binding strength, and long runnability without coating buildup on blade or rod coating application methods. Depending on the formulation, the APEX product line will help manufacturers of coated paper and boards to formulate with a reduced amount of binder without sacrificing performance.
“APEX is just one more example of BASF’s diversified dispersions businesses and expansive asset network being positioned to support investment and long term commitment to our customers and to the paper coating market.” said Seth Erdner, Business Manager – Paper Coatings, for BASF in North America.
APEX offers lower high shear rheology, high binding strength, and long runnability without coating buildup on blade or rod coating application methods. Depending on the formulation, the APEX product line will help manufacturers of coated paper and boards to formulate with a reduced amount of binder without sacrificing performance.
“APEX is just one more example of BASF’s diversified dispersions businesses and expansive asset network being positioned to support investment and long term commitment to our customers and to the paper coating market.” said Seth Erdner, Business Manager – Paper Coatings, for BASF in North America.