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Chemicals outstanding surface refinement innovation

New chemicals innovation is based on the principle of an extreme surface energy reduction, thus explaining the combined water and oil repellent effect.

The global market leader in specialty chemicals, Degussa AG of Dusseldorf, has developed a unique surface refinement technology called Top on Top. Surfaces treated with Top on Top are easy to clean and remain clean for months. The new technology significantly decreases the effort required to keep surfaces clean and reduces the amount of cleaning agent needed. Surfaces treated with Top on Top also retain their original characteristics, such as hardness and luster. The finish, which is invisible to the eye, also makes surfaces highly dirt- and water-repellent. As a result, dirt no longer sticks stubbornly to the surface, while water and oil bead into droplets that can easily be wiped away.

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The Degussa innovation is based on the principle of an extreme surface energy reduction, thus explaining the combined water- and oil-repellent effect. Top on Top provides invisible protection by creating a network of millions of microstructures (also known as micro-soobs). Unlike conventional water- or dirt-repellent agents, it does not leave behind an undesirable film. Instead, individual active substance molecules in the product form a strong bond with the surface concerned.

Top on Top Anti-Fingerprint makes it easier to keep stainless steel looking good – fingerprints are less noticeable thanks to the coating product, and can easily be wiped off with a clean cloth. Click on photos for larger images. photos: Degussa AG

Outstanding easy-to-clean effect
As a result of this bonding effect, the active substance molecules group themselves into an optimal alignment. So the characteristics of the Top on Top finish continue to improve during the first 24 hours. This results in an easy-to-clean effect for months to come, meaning that surfaces can simply be wiped with a dry cloth to stay clean.

Mix the product, apply it and you're done
The product is also labor-saving – the two components it involves are easily blended and applied. During the next half hour the micro-soobs group themselves in an optimal manner, resulting in the special effects of the surface refinement agent. Laborious polishing is not required.

To meet the different requirements of various materials, Degussa has created special formulations for automotive windscreens and ceramic surfaces in kitchens and bathrooms as well as an anti-fingerprint version for use on stainless steel.

Top on Top is one of Degussa's outstanding innovations. Some 20 percent of the sales made by the global leader in specialty chemicals are based on products and technologies developed over the past five years.

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Read a recent press release about - Degussa invests in DL-methionine, an essential amino acid for animal nutrition, representing a most significant investment by the leader in specialty chemicals.

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