Construction Cellulose Ether(MHEC)
MikaZone™ MHEC(Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose) is a water-soluble, non-ionic cellulose ether made from natural polymer material cellulose through a series of etherifications. It has the characteristics of thickening, dispersion, emulsification, film formation, suspension, adsorption, surface activity, moisture retention, and protective colloid.
MikaZone™ Cellulose Ether MHEC can provide longer open time, improved adhesive strength and slip-resistance properties, as well as excellent workability for the tile adhesives.
MHEC and HPMC differ primarily in their gel temperatures, which vary depending on the group content and the production technique, while the gel temperature of MHEC is usually higher than 80°C.
Popular Cellulose Ether Products(HPMC/HEMC)
HEMC MK75E Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | MK75E |
| Full Name | Hydroxyethyl Methylcellulose |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Solubility | Water Soluble |
| Ash content, %, max. | 5 |
| Moisture content, %, max. | 5 |
| pH(1% solution, 20°C) | 6-8 |
| Gelation temperature, °C | 60 – 70 |
| Viscosity, (NDJ, 2% solution in water, 20°C), mPa•s | 65000-800000 |
HPMC MK200P Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | MK200P |
| Full Name | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Solubility | Water Soluble |
| Ash content, %, max. | 5 |
| Moisture content, %, max. | 5 |
| pH(1% solution, 20°C) | 6-8 |
| Gelation temperature, °C | 60 – 70 |
| Viscosity, (NDJ, 2% solution in water, 20°C), mPa•s | 185000-200000 |
Applications
- Mikazone™ cellulose ether(MHEC/HEMC) products are of great importance in dry-mixed mortars of building materials owing to their excellent thickening effect and water retention capacity.
- They are mainly used in wall plasters, floor screeds, joint compounds for gypsum board paneling, and tile adhesives.
Properties & Benefits
Mikazone™ increases the viscosity of liquids and enhances the stability of suspension and emulsion systems.
Mikazone™ can dissolve in some organic solvents due to its special hydrophobic groups.
Mikazone™ reduces water loss in its formulations when applied to water-absorbing surfaces.
Mikazone™ has a surfactant property in solutions, it can act as a protective colloid and emulsifier
Self-leveling Compounds
In the realization of self-leveling properties, special low viscosity MikaZone™ cellulose ether (MHEC) plays an important role.
Gypsum Cornices
MikaZone™ Cellulose Ether(MHEC) for gypsum-based products' compressive strength, can quickly infiltrate into gypsum products without agglomeration.
Tile Grouts
MikaZone™ Cellulose Ether(MHEC) products contribute to several important properties in tile grouts & joint fillers.
ETICS/EIFS
MikaZone™ Cellulose Ether can be widely used for adhesive mortars and the embedding mortars in ETICS.
EPS Thermal Insulation Mortars
MikaZone™ Cellulose ether is an important element in EPS & VM insulation mortars.
FS ETICS Formwork
In the FS ETICS formwork, MikaZone™ Cellulose ether products play an important role.
Aerated Concrete Blocks Laying Mortars
The composite admixture mixed with MikaZone™ cellulose ether products greatly improves the workability of the mortars.
Lightweight Sandwich Wall Panels
The application of MikaZone™ Cellulose Ether can significantly enhance the machinability of the extruded lightweight sandwich panel
Decorative Renders
The addition of MikaZone™ cellulose ethers(MHEC) and other additives to decorative render will significantly improve the mortar's physical and mechanical properties.
Waterproofing Mortars
The addition of MikaZone™ cellulose ether(MHEC) can effectively improve the crack resistance, reduce the water absorption and dry shrinkage of the waterproofing mortars.
Repair Mortars
The application of MikaZone™ Cellulose Ether products in repair mortar can significantly enhance its adhesion strength and increase the crack-resistance compressive strength of the repair mortars.
About Meikai & Mikazone
China’s professional supplier of quality cellulose ether
Established in 2015, Shandong Meikai Chemical Technology Co., Ltd. is one of China’s professional manufacturers and suppliers of industrial-grade cellulose ether products. With years of experience in the related industry and customer needs, Meikai has successfully developed various cellulose ether products under the brand MikaZone™.
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industrial-grade Cellulose Ether Supplier
We specialize in industrial grade cellulose ethers, including HPMC, MHEC and HEC. In addition, we also provide redispersible polymer powder (RDP) as a supplement to our product portfolio.
We offer customized formulations and packaging options. A variety ranges of cellulose ethers are available from us that are alternatives to Walocel, Benecel, Culminal, Mecellose, Tylose, etc.
Meikai Focus on cellulose ether
As a pioneer in the powder building materials additive industry, MikaZone™ has established a good image in the international construction field with its excellent product quality and strict quality management. The company has a professional technical team composed of highly educated and highly qualified personnel, specializing in service for the powder cellulose ether construction industry. They have witnessed the rapid development of the construction cellulose ether industry and have accumulated rich experience in the application field. Meikai is a company that is innovative and brave enough to meet new challenges.
Quality Control
As a professional cellulose ethers manufacturer, MikaZone firmly believes in the importance of stably providing quality products. High purity and stable quality are our product production requirements. To provide the best products, the company has installed a semi-product storage silo to ensure that the entire mixing process is safely enclosed; To achieve high standards, we have introduced 30 sets of laboratory testing equipment including Brookfield viscometer and other advanced precision instruments, and have passed the laboratory accreditation of China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment.
Reliable & Consistent
Additionally, we strive to improve product quality throughout the entire production process. From the purchase of raw materials to the delivery of finished products, we implement strict quality control, test the physical and chemical properties of various products, and conduct samples and comprehensive inspections on the finished and semi-finished products produced by each production department in order to eliminate unqualified products in time to ensure stable quality and provide ample data for sustainable development research. To ensure a continuous supply of reliable products, we have established a complete set of quality management systems. We guarantee the consistency and excellent quality of every batch of MikaZone™ cellulose ether products we manufacture.
Introducing HPMC Powder: An Essential Ingredient in Construction Industries
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC) powder is an essential ingredient in many construction products. It’s a white, yellowish-white granule that increases the water retention, workability, and open time of cement mortar. Let’s go into more detail about what HPMC does and the applications it can be used for.
Viscosity of Cellulose Ether (HPMC) in Mortars and How it Affects Construction
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) is water-soluble cellulose ether, which is widely used as an additive in mortars to improve its performance. Its viscosity greatly affects the construction properties of the mortar, so it’s important to understand how viscosity works when using HPMC. Let’s take a look at how the viscosity of HPMC affects the performance of mortars and construction.
What is Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose and How Does it Improve Dry Mix Mortars?
When it comes to dry mix mortars, one of the most important ingredients is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC). This chemical compound has a number of unique properties that make it an ideal choice for improving the quality and performance of dry mix mortars. Let’s take a closer look at what HPMC is, how it works, and why it is so important in dry mix applications.
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