Mobility enhancers useful in container manufacturing
An aqueous mobility-enhancing composition with PEG and surfactants addresses friction and foam issues in metal containers, ensuring efficient and safe high-speed manufacturing by reducing friction and adhering to regulatory standards.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HENKEL KGAA
- Filing Date
- 2024-05-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing mobility enhancers for metal containers, such as aluminum cans, face challenges in reducing friction coefficients, generating excessive foam, and failing to meet safety and regulatory standards, particularly in high-speed manufacturing processes.
An aqueous mobility-enhancing composition comprising polyethylene glycol (PEG) within a specific molecular weight range and a surfactant component, optionally with a biocide, is applied to the metal surface, forming a layer that reduces friction and adheres to the surface, compatible with chemical coatings and lacquers, and minimizes foam generation.
The composition achieves a reduced coefficient of friction, improved mobility, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards, enhancing process efficiency and safety in high-speed manufacturing processes.
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