EURECO™ PAP is chemically known as Phthalimido peroxy hexanoic acid. Contrary to popular belief, it is not a “bleach activator” but a true peroxy bleach. Find out more about EURECO™ PAP in this handy guide by Norman Lowe, Senior Technical Consultant at HARKE UK & Ireland.Continue reading
Heat Transfer Fluids: Antifrogen™ Grades
Heat transfer fluids have many applications. They prevent machines from overheating, systems from freezing, and enclosed systems from corroding. These fluids are used in all types of mechanical engines, pumping systems, refrigeration and air-conditioning/heating systems, domestic and industrial heating systems, fire protection sprinkler systems, solar heating systems, undersoil heating systems (e.g., on football pitches), and geothermal heating systems.Continue reading
Rhodiasolv® Infinity E: A Powerful, Sustainable Solvent Alternative for HI&I Formulators
HARKE UK & Ireland are pleased to introduce Rhodiasolv® Infinity E, a next-generation microemulsion concentrate that offers a high-performance, environmentally conscious alternative to traditional solvents and surfactants.Continue reading
Enhance Snow Foam Formulations with These Standout Ingredients
Snow foams have gained popularity not only in automotive detailing but also in various industries requiring effective cleaning solutions. Their ability to cling to surfaces and encapsulate dirt makes them a favourite among enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Elevating Soft Surface Cleaning: ICT’s Innovative Range of Cleaners
Cleaning soft surfaces presents unique challenges, requiring specialised solutions to effectively remove stains, dirt, and odours without compromising the integrity of delicate materials. In this blog, we explore the world of soft surface cleaning and delve into ICT Industries’ comprehensive range of cleaners designed to tackle these challenges head-on.
Continue readingMackam® JEM From Verdant: A Plant-Powered Amphoteric Wetting Agent
In the ever-evolving landscape of chemical formulations, Verdant’s Mackam® JEM emerges as a beacon of innovation. This high-performance amphoteric wetting agent is crafted from plant-based raw materials, presenting a sustainable solution for diverse industrial applications.
Continue readingVitech’s Q-range of degreasers
Vitech’s Q-range is an excellent assortment of powerful and highly effective degreasers, specially developed to target key areas in the HI&I industry.
In this post we’ll cover Vitech’s five different degreasers available, discussing their benefits, applications and performance to give you an insight into each product’s capabilities and to help you decide on the most appropriate degreaser for your specific formulation.
Continue readingAntimicrobials In The Food Industry
Last month we attended The UK Food Shows in Birmingham. It’s always a great show and we enjoy meeting up with exhibitors to have a chat about the industry in general, and in particular, the packaging side of the industry.
This year’s show was no exception, with a larger space allocated for FoodEx than ever before. FoodEx is the section of the show which focuses on manufacturing, supply chain and packaging, so that’s where we allocated most of our time.
Continue readingUK supplier of Sanitized® Antimicrobial Additives
Addi-tec are proud to announce that we are the UK suppliers of the world-leading antimicrobial additive, Sanitized®, for all hard surfaces and geotextiles.
Continue readingPlastic Packaging Tax
A £200 per tonne plastic tax will come into effect from the 1st April 2022 in the UK, what does it mean for our industry and how can we minimise the impact of this tax?Continue reading