Tolsa to showcase its high-performance and sustainable solutions at the European Coatings Show 2025

Tolsa, a leading global supplier of specialized additives for the paints and coatings industry, will showcase its industry-leading portfolio of additives at the European Coatings Show (ECS) 2025, taking place from March 25th to 27th in Nuremberg, Germany. Visitors to Hall 5, Stand 264 will have the opportunity to explore Tolsa’s cutting-edge portfolio, designed to meet the industry’s growing demand for sustainability, regulatory compliance, and enhanced performance.

At this year’s event, Tolsa will introduce two breakthrough innovations, reinforcing its commitment to developing advanced additives that improve coatings in terms of durability, application, and environmental impact. The spotlight will be on ADINS Protection N4, an innovative and competitive encapsulation-based antimicrobial additive for paints and coatings, and PANGEL W150, a next-generation rheological modifier engineered to enhance stability, workability, and performance in a wide range of formulations. These solutions demonstrate Tolsa’s dedication to helping formulators overcome key industry challenges while complying with the latest regulatory standards.

ADINS Protection N4: innovative encapsulation technology that boost performance and sustainability

ADINS Protection goes beyond enhancing materials: it reinforces safety and well-being in every application. The latest addition to the ADINS range, ADINS Protection N4, represents a competitive antimicrobial solution to provide protection for all types of solvent, water-based, liquid, oil or powder paints and coatings. This encapsulation technology provides long-lasting antimicrobial protection, reducing bacterial and fungal load by more than 99.99% in both short and long-term periods. It ensures continuous protection throughout the entire lifespan of coatings, addressing both in-can and dry-film preservation needs, preventing microbial degradation during storage and ensuring product quality before and after application.

The biocides market is witnessing an increase in demand for environmentally friendly and safe biocides. Increasingly stringent environmental regulations are encouraging the development of technologies that minimize the release of harmful substances, protecting both ecosystems and human health.

Europe is leading the way in implementing stricter regulations for biocides, such as the BPR (Biocidal Products Regulation). The international agenda promotes the transition to products that minimize their environmental impact, encouraging the adoption of less aggressive and more responsible biocides.

This is why ADINS Protection N4 was specifically developed to comply with the new regulatory frameworks, reducing biocidal content in formulations while maintaining high efficacy. The encapsulation technology embedded in the product allows for controlled and prolonged activation, minimizing the use of harmful substances without compromising antimicrobial performance. ADINS Protection N4 serves as a sustainable alternative to traditional in-can preservatives, providing an effective replacement for BIT, CIT, and MIT.

This dual benefit of enhanced safety and regulatory alignment makes ADINS Protection N4 a valuable solution for formulators looking to navigate a complex and demanding regulatory landscape.

Presenting PANGEL W150: advanced rheological control for next-generation coatings

The use of powdered rheological additives in paints and coatings plays a crucial role in improving pseudoplasticity, thixotropy, and consequently in workability. However, achieving the right performance balance presents challenges such as dispersion issues, sagging control, and leveling capacity, all of which can affect the application and final appearance of coatings. Ensuring a smooth, defect-free surface while maintaining sag resistance is critical in modern formulations, requiring an advanced rheological solution that stabilizes the suspension while optimizing viscosity and workability.

Alongside ADINS Protection N4, at the European Coating Show 2025 Tolsa will introduce PANGEL W150, a next-generation rheological additive that addresses critical challenges in the formulation and application of paints and coatings. Based on high-purity bentonite, PANGEL® W150 is designed to deliver exceptional sedimentation and syneresis control, as well as an excellent sag control, but enhanced levelling properties, ensuring a consistent, reliable performance throughout the product lifecycle.

Due to the high pseudoplastic profile, it gives extraordinary performance along with additional suspension capacity, anti-sagging but at the same time excellent workability and application. With PANGEL W150, there is a perfect balance between sag resistance and levelling.

This next-generation rheological solution is an essential tool for optimizing the formulation of paints, coatings, adhesives, mastics, and mortars, delivering both technical excellence and sustainability benefits.

Both ADINS Protection N4 and PANGEL W150 by Tolsa not only enhance performance but also support formulators in meeting the demands of increasingly complex formulations, ensuring that coatings are not only functional but also sustainable.

“At Tolsa, we are shaping the future of coatings with smarter and more sustainable solutions. ADINS Protection N4 redefines antimicrobial protection, ensuring long-lasting defense while reducing environmental impact. PANGEL W150 transforms applications, delivering perfect flow, stability, and effortless workability. Together, they set a new standard—where coatings don’t just cover, they maximize the efficient use of resources and help our customers to build a cleaner, more sustainable world“, said Antonio Esteban, Chieff Research &Technological Innovation Officer at Tolsa

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