Baerlocher Worldwide Company Applications Products Downloads News Contact Career Press English Search Home Home ǀ Applications ǀ PVC ǀ Floorings Floorings Advantages Excellent processing Excellent heat stability Low odor Excellent indoor air quality (low VOCs) Excellent dispersion Excellent cell structure in foamed applications PVC finished articles are mainly produced via calendering or spread coating (plastisol). In some applications, the combination of PVC with other materials like polyester or glass fibers provide excellent mechanical properties and very good dimensional stability, durability, hygienic properties, stain resistance, weather resistance, heat aging resistance, and aesthetic appearance. Examples of PVC finished products are: tarpaulins, tents, hospital and gym floors as well as wall coverings. Specific types of stabilizers are selected for these applications according to production technology and process conditions. Stabilizers should provide good initial color and heat stability, good transparency (in the case of clear wear layer), good printability, low VOCs (volatile organic compounds), low phenol and low odor. For foamed PVC formulations, special types of stabilizers, called kickers, are used. Typically, they are liquids based on K and Zn carboxylates of solid ZnO. These products work as heat stabilizers, and activate the decomposition of the PVC blowing agent (usually azodicarbonamide) at low temperatures. Wall covering and flooring industries often use kickers. Applications Download Additives for PVC Applications (PDF) download (7.8 MB) PVC PVC is an adaptable polymer used in many applications. Baerlocher provides additive solutions in all areas. Profiles Cables Flexible Extrusion Calen­dered Sheets Floorings Plastisol Applications Technical film, food and pharma packaging Foamed and Compact PVC Sheets Pipes and Fittings Contact Send us your request My Email address * I am interested in the field Subjects Company Management Code of Ethics Our Global Network Career REACh Associations and Partners Sustainability and Environment VinylPlus Research and Development History and Family Milestones Videos Baerlocher’s Success Story Applications PVC Plastics Special Applications Products PVC-Stabilizers Polymer Stabilizer Lubricants Metal Soaps BAEROPOL Fatty Acids / Glycerine Products Service Press Contact ImprintDisclaimerPrivacy Policy – Baerlocher GmbHPrivacy Note for applicantsCookie Note © 2021 Baerlocher GmbH We use cookies on our website to analyse your use of the site and to offer you content and functions on our website. You can decide which cookies we use. By selecting one or more of the providers listed below, you consent to the respective providers setting cookies on your terminal device. Your consent is voluntary and can be revoked at any time. Further information on cookies and the providers can be found in our data protection declaration. ImprintPrivacy Policy Save and close