At Concentrol, we work day after day on the constant improvement of production processes and internal operations. All these activities not only allow us to reduce costs, but also give us the possibility of finding solutions that are increasingly sustainable, respectful with the natural environment and with the work environment and workers.
The company has in its catalogue a wide range of products for the manufacture of all types of polyurethane footwear: mold release agents, stabilizers, cleaners and adhesives. Especially, we stand out in the making of solutions for polyurethane footwear, with an increasing demand in the current market of the sector.
After dedicating time and resources in researching new solutions for polyurethane footwear, more sensitive to the environment and production personnel, we developed water-based release agents for footwear and polyurethane soles (DSM), both single-density and double-density.
Water-based mold release agents are sustainable and environmentally friendly products, thanks to lower flammability and a reduction in harmful properties and emissions of volatile organic compounds. Therefore, we could say that they have a capacity to regulate emissions (they emit lower levels of VOCs).
WATER-BASED MOLD RELEASE AGENTS FOR SINGLE DENSITY SOLES
Firstly, we present the water-based mold release agents aimed at the manufacture of single density polyurethane soles for footwear, both for polyester and polyether.
This Concentrol range has multiple benefits, both with regard to the appearance, the finish and the customization of the pieces; as well as what affects the sustainability of the product:
- Homogeneous appearance without defects
- Development of customized products
- Longer cleaning cycles
- Control of the piece finish
Water-based release agents for single density soles have the following properties:
- High mold release power
- Minimal mold fouling
- Wide operating temperature range
- Compatible with our additives for gloss control
- Compatible with subsequent painting processes, with or without degreasing
- Tin-free formulation option
- RSL studies on demand (Restricted Substances List)
- Availability of environmentally friendly cleaners
WATER-BASED MOLD RELEASE AGENTS FOR DUAL DENSITY SOLES
At Concentrol we have also specialized in the development of sustainable solutions for polyurethane footwear with dual density soles. As we have already seen with DSMs for single-density soles, the nature of the release agent allows for a series of benefits:
- Homogeneous appearance without defects
- Development of customized products
- Longer cleaning cycles
- Control of the piece finish
Regarding the properties of the product, unlike water-based release agents for single density soles, these release agents adapt to the characteristics of dual density soles, ensuring perfect adherence between the layers. Among their properties, we find:
- High mold release power
- Minimal mold fouling
- Wide operating temperature range
- Ensures perfect adhesion between layers
- Compatible with our additives for gloss control
- Compatible with subsequent painting processes, with or without degreasing
- Tin-free formulation option
- Availability of environmentally friendly cleaners
At the end of this article, two infographics have been prepared that visually explain the properties and benefits of water-based mold release agents applied to polyurethane footwear.
OTHER CONCENTROL RANGES OF POLYURETHANE FOOTWEAR MOLD RELEASE AGENTS
The water-based release agents for PU footwear are solutions that we have developed in response to the climatic emergency. It is the most sustainable range of release agents and, moreover, more careful with the work environment. In addition, at Concentrol we also have other intermediate solutions for those clients who still cannot take the step.
In our catalogue we have other options, such as solvent-based mold release agents and hybrid or co-solvent mold release agents (50% solvent-based, 50% water-based). In addition, in each one of them we adapt to the requirements and needs of the clients, also offering concentrated products, tin-free or suitable for electrostatic applications.
At Concentrol we work to devise and produce solutions that are fully adapted to the needs of our clients, taking into account our commitment to society and the world in which we live.
We are currently present in many countries, most of which are leaders in this sector such as China, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Brazil, Turkey, Pakistan, Mexico, Italy, United States, Thailand, Russia, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Morocco, Spain and Portugal, among others.
Sustainability is a primary matter for the protection of three fundamental pillars: caring for the environment, social development and economic growth. For this reason, we have invested resources (and will continue to do so) in developing efficient solutions for our clients, while ensuring the safety of our team and the protection of the planet.
For more information, you can contact us and we will be happy to present you the options that best suit your needs.
