This white paper describes how Vis-NIR spectroscopy improves testing procedures for various analyses during the formulation and production of paint and coatings in an economic and ecological way.
More strict regulations paired with more complex products have increased testing complexity in the paint and coating industry. Therefore, producers ask for more powerful, safe and sustainable analytical methods. Testing by Vis-NIR spectroscopy is a sustainable and cost efficient alternative to many wet chemical methods. This white paper describes how Vis-NIR spectroscopy improves testing procedures for various analyses during the formulation and production of paint and coatings in an economic and ecological way.
Economical and ecological
Vis-NIR spectroscopy achieves a high throughput by detecting multiple parameters in a single measurement. In addition, it fulfi lls economical as well as ecological criteria. As sample preparation is required for neither liquid nor solid samples and analyses are nondestructive, the need for expensive auxiliary chemicals is eliminated while, at the same time, safety is improved and costs are reduced. Especially for the emerging fi eld of powder coatings that are in better compliance with volatile organic compounds (VOC) regulations, Vis-NIR spectroscopy as a nondestructive, ready-to-use technique shows great promise.
The below parameters can be accurately and conveniently measured by Metrohm Vis-NIRS
- Quantification of dye content in inks
- Additives
- Binders
- Quantification of amine value in dipping paints
- Solvents
- Anaylsis of cosolvents in water-based paints
