- Introduction of synthetic thickener in precoat formulation:
Natural thickner was replaced with synthetic thickener in precoat formulation with improved rheology and water holding capacity of coating color. |
- Studies on optimization of coating color recipe for air knife coating application:
Different coating formulations were developed and optimized for product quality improvemnet and/or cost reduction. |
- Development of indigenous starch for coating application:
Few indigenous starch binders were identified possessing comparable properties with those of imported starch. |
- Development of CMC from local sources:
Indigenous CMC was developed for coating application which had superior functionality. |
- Development of hydrous clay suitable for blade coating:
Indigenous clay with high shear resistance was developed. |
- Synthesis of calcium sulphate pigment from industrial waste and its utilization in paper industry:
- Synthesized pigment grade calcium sulphate with superior optical properties suitable for coating application.
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