Enhancing Coatings Performance with Effective Defoamers
Jun 16, 2025
In the coatings industry, foam is more than just an aesthetic issue—it can compromise film integrity, reduce gloss, and negatively impact both production and application. From water-based paints to high-performance industrial coatings, managing foam is essential to ensure product quality and process efficiency. This is where defoamers play a vital role, breaking down surface bubbles and preventing re-foaming during formulation and application stages.
Foam typically forms during mixing, pumping, or spraying, and if not effectively controlled, it leads to defects such as craters, pinholes, and reduced surface smoothness. Defoamers are added to coatings to suppress foam generation and ensure uniformity across the film. The challenge, however, lies in selecting a defoamer that is not only effective but also compatible with the specific resin system and environmentally compliant.
Rickman defoamers are specifically designed to meet these challenges. With a broad portfolio covering silicone-based, mineral oil-based, and polymer-based defoamers, Rickman offers tailor-made solutions for various coating systems—including emulsion paints, epoxy coatings, and UV-curable formulations. Each product is engineered to provide long-term foam suppression without compromising color acceptance, leveling, or gloss.
Beyond product quality, Rickman is trusted for its commitment to service and support. The company’s technical team works closely with formulators to fine-tune performance and solve unique application problems. With reliable global logistics, flexible supply volumes, and continuous R&D investment, Rickman ensures customers not only receive the right product but also the right partnership.
