How to switch from 2KPU and UV to eco-friendly thermoset resin with superior scratch resistance
- 26 min
by
Keisuke Mizushima
Coating manufacturers are under pressure to reduce energy use and CO₂ emissions while maintaining durability, appearance, and production efficiency. Traditional thermosets require high curing temperatures, and UV-curable coatings are limited by complex shapes and colored designs.
GEMLAC™ IP is a silane-based network polymer developed with KANEKA’s proprietary technology. It enables low-temperature, short-time thermosetting, reducing curing energy and cutting CO₂ emissions by ~40% versus conventional 2K polyurethane systems—without compromising performance.
With controlled silanol content, GEMLAC™ IP offers excellent storage stability, fast curing, and superior scratch and chemical resistance. It matches or exceeds UV-curable durability while supporting complex geometries and colored coatings.
Key applications include automotive interiors, bicycles, furniture, electrical appliances, and consumer electronics—markets that demand both refined aesthetics and robust surface protection.
Join us to discover how GEMLAC™ IP delivers energy-efficient curing, greater design flexibility, and exceptional durability—helping you advance toward a more sustainable future.
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Length:
26 min
Why should you attend?
Shorter and lower-temperature coating process (reducing CO₂ emissions)
Achieves both excellent scratch resistance and chemical resistance
Low viscosity (adjustable) with long pot life
Who should attend?
- Formulators
- Marketing Managers
- Brand Managers
- R&D Managers
- Technical Managers
Presenters
Keisuke Mizushima
An expert in the field of coatings
Keisuke Mizushima is graduated from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Hyogo and brings over a decade of experience in the coatings industry. He began his career at Japan’s largest architectural paint manufacturer, spending five years in R&D followed by 2.5 years in construction management, where he developed a strong foundation in coating formulation and application technologies. He later gained 3 years of experience in corporate sales and site management at a specialized coatings company. Currently at Kaneka, he is responsible for domestic and international sales of coating resins, a role he has held for the past 3 years. He also offers comprehensive, end-to-end expertise spanning technical development, field application, and commercial strategy, contributing to innovation across architectural and industrial coating markets.