What are the applications of HPMC in other construction fields?

Cement-based products: HPMC is used as a thickener, water retainer and rheology modifier in cement-based plasters, tile adhesives, self-leveling compounds and other products to improve workability, adhesion and water retention.

Gypsum-based products: In gypsum plasters and joint compounds, HPMC improves consistency, adhesion and crack resistance, improving performance and facilitating application.

Concrete additives: HPMC acts as a viscosity modifier for concrete, enhancing its stability, segregation resistance and fluidity, while helping to reduce the water content in the concrete mixture and improving its strength and durability.

Decorative coatings: HPMC acts as a thickener and stabilizer for decorative coatings, improving the coating’s construction properties, reducing sagging, and enhancing the coating’s overall appearance and durability.

Tile adhesives: HPMC is a key ingredient in tile adhesives, improving tile application performance, open time and bond strength, making tile installation simpler and more reliable.

Refractory materials: In the coating of refractory materials such as asbestos, HPMC is used as a suspending agent and flow improver to improve the bonding strength to the substrate.

Self-leveling compounds: HPMC improves the flow, leveling and water retention of self-leveling compounds.

Building restoration: HPMC is used as an additive in the restoration mortar in the restoration of historical buildings and cultural relics, providing the necessary water retention and adhesion to extend the service life of the restoration materials.

Environmental performance: As an environmentally friendly material, HPMC does not contain harmful substances and meets the requirements of the modern construction industry for green and environmentally friendly materials.

Heat insulation and fire protection: HPMC can be used in insulation materials to help form lightweight and thermally efficient building products. At the same time, in some building materials, HPMC improves fire resistance by enhancing the formation of the char layer of the fire barrier.

These applications demonstrate the important role of HPMC in improving the performance of building materials, construction efficiency and environmental protection.