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Mechanism of action of methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose (MHEC) as a water retaining agent

2024/11/08

Methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose (MHEC) is widely used as a water retaining agent in the fields of construction, coatings and daily chemicals. The mechanism of its water retaining effect is mainly relate...

Effect of cellulose ethers on the rheological properties of gelling materials

2024/11/07

Cellulose ether is a type of organic polymer compound widely used in construction cementitious materials. It has a significant impact on the rheological properties of cement-based, gypsum-based and ot...

Effect of HPMC and HEMC on cement hydration

2024/11/06

HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose) and HEMC (Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose) are commonly used cellulose ether compounds that are widely used in modern building materials, especially in dry-mix mort...

2024/11/05

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose ether (HPMC) is a thickener and water-retaining agent commonly used in cement-based materials. It has a significant impact on the rheological properties of cement slurrie...

Uses of Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) in the Food Industry

2024/11/04

Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC), also known as sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, is an important food additive and is widely used in the food industry. It is a derivative modified from natural cellulose w...

Can HPMC replace some ingredients in traditional building materials?

2024/11/01

Cement mortar and tile adhesives: HPMC can act as a water retainer and thickener to improve the workability and water retention of mortar and tile adhesives, and reduce the risk of cracking and fallin...

What are the specific applications of HPMC in improving the durability of mortar?

2024/10/31

Improve water retention: HPMC can significantly improve the water retention of mortar, prevent the mortar from losing water too quickly during construction, thereby ensuring sufficient hydration of th...

What are the restrictions on the use of HPMC in concrete?

2024/10/30

Although HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose) is widely used in concrete, there are also some restrictions, mainly including: Dosage limit: The dosage of HPMC needs to be strictly controlled, because ...

How does HPMC improve the operating performance in concrete construction?

2024/10/29

The main ways that HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose) improves the operating performance in concrete construction include: Improving the fluidity and encapsulation of concrete: HPMC, as a high molec...

What technical challenges might HPMC face in construction applications?

2024/10/28

Possible technical challenges for hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) in construction applications include: Solubility Issues: HPMC dissolves well in cold water, but dissolving in hot water can be ch...