-Taking MECELLOSE® FMC-7150 and FMC-7115 As An Example
Gypsum has long been used in the construction industry due to its versatility and broad applicability. It is non-toxic, fire resistant, non-combustible, and very workable and user friendly, allowing its users to create aesthetically pleasing finishes. Gypsum also has very good thermal and acoustic properties.
The most common uses of Gypsum products in the construction industry include gypsum premanufactured wall and gypsum ceiling plasterboards, gypsum self-leveling screeds, gypsum hand or machine applied plasters, gypsum trowelable compounds, gypsum joint fillers, and gypsum adhesives.
The properties and performance of Gypsum can be significantly improved using relevant additives. Michem cellulose ether products Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC) are specially formulated high-performance additives that can transform basic Gypsum based cement products into superior construction materials with sought-after properties.
Gypsum Trowelable Compounds
Different from the sand and cement method traditionally used in construction, Gypsum trowelable compounds use gypsum as the basic material and high molecular polymer as the cementing material, exhibiting good compatibility and strong adhesion with the common construction surfaces.
Michem Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC) are formulated to offer these improvements to Gypsum trowelable compounds:
- Good water retention and extended working time
- Optimized product consistency and rheology
- Reduced lump formation
- Improved adhesion and sliding resistance
Gypsum Joint Fillers
Gypsum joint fillers are used for filling the joints in between Gypsum plasterboards or fiberboards.
Michem Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC) are formulated to offer these improvements to Gypsum trowelable compounds:
- Improved joint strength and flexibility, reducing the risk of joint splitting under expansion and contraction
- Good water retention and extended working time
- Optimized product consistency and rheology
- Reduced lump formation
- Improved adhesion and sliding resistance
Michem concentrates on Construction Chemicals.
Michem cellulose ether products include Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC), and Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC).
We offer different grades of products (standard and customized) , Recommend for Tile Adhesive, Grouts, Mortars, Wall putty, Skim Coat, Plaster, Renders, EIFS, and Self-leveling compounds.
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