April 18, The joint laboratory project between Wacker Chemie AG and Beijing Oriental Yuhong Waterproof Technology Co., Ltd. was officially launched in Beijing. This project aims to further strengthen upstream and downstream cooperation in the field of waterproof coatings. Through the “Oriental Yuhong-Wacker Chemical Joint Laboratory” set up in their respective workplaces, the two companies will work together on the basis of vinyl acetate/ethylene ( VAE) emulsion waterproof coating basic research and application research, to meet the market demand for high-performance and green environmental protection building materials.
The “Oriental Yuhong-Wacker Chemical Joint Laboratory” project was officially launched in Beijing (left: Xiang Jinming, President of Oriental Yuhong Group, right : Dr. Christoph Riemer, Vice President, WACKER Consumer and Industrial Polymers). This project aims to further strengthen upstream and downstream cooperation in the field of waterproof coatings, and jointly develop polymer waterproof coatings formulated with new VAE emulsions to meet market demand for high-performance and green and environmentally friendly building materials. (Picture: Oriental Yuhong)
With the development of the real estate market, the market demand for waterproof coatings in China is increasing. At the same time, due to the improvement of consumption level, the market has also put forward higher requirements for waterproof coatings, and there is a greater need for low-odor, solvent-free, and environmentally friendly high-performance products. “Oriental Yuhong-Wacker Chemical Joint Laboratory” aims to further strengthen upstream and downstream cooperation in the field of waterproof coatings, and jointly develop waterproof coatings based on new vinyl acetate/ethylene (VAE) emulsions to meet the market’s demand for high-performance and green building materials product demand. The two companies have set up “Oriental Yuhong-Wacker Chemical Joint Laboratory” in their respective workplaces, and have set specific projects, goals and work plans for the next two years.
“As the world leader in VAE technology, we provide solutions to the current challenges in the field of waterproofing,” said Dr. Christoph Riemer, Global Vice President of WACKER’s Consumer and Industrial Polymers business unit, at the launch ceremony. “By setting up a joint laboratory and carrying out project cooperation with Oriental Yuhong, we will be able to gain a deeper understanding of downstream market needs and further strengthen our position as an innovative partner in China’s coatings industry.”
VAE emulsion-based polymer waterproof coating has durable and reliable waterproof protection ability, and can be widely used in various construction sites including water pipelines. Due to the extremely low content of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in WACKER VINNAPAS® emulsions, and the production of raw materials does not contain alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO), the modified waterproof coating not only has excellent application performance, but also has excellent Environmental advantages. (Photo: Wacker) (Photo: Wacker Chemie)
“Oriental Yuhong is the largest waterproof system service provider in China. Upholding scientific and technological innovation and sustainable development, Oriental Yuhong and WACKER share a common development philosophy. The establishment of a joint laboratory will help enhance the overall strategy of both parties We will work together to provide high-performance, environmentally friendly products and solutions for the Chinese waterproof market.” added Hu Wentao, vice president of WACKER Greater China in charge of the polymer business.
Xiang Jinming, president of Oriental Yuhong Group, also attended today’s launching ceremony. He spoke highly of the joint laboratory project and said, “Wacker Chemie has a profound research foundation and rich experience in the field of VAE and silicone technology. With extensive application experience and product series of different dimensions, the strategic cooperation with WACKER will further enhance our technical advantages in the field of building waterproofing, and help Oriental Yuhong fully implement its corporate mission of creating a durable and safe environment for human beings and society. “
VAE emulsion-based waterproof coating has durable and reliable waterproof protection ability, and can be widely used in kitchens, bathrooms, terraces, swimming pools, structural concrete surface protection systems and basement walls and other places. Due to the extremely low content of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in WACKER VINNAPAS® emulsion, and the production raw materials do not contain alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO), the modified cement-based waterproof coating not only has excellent application performance, but also has excellent environmental protection advantages.