Onnovo’s Cell Technology is a cutting-edge microencapsulation platform designed to improve the performance, stability, and longevity of preservation actives. This advanced technology provides gradual release, enhanced protection, and reduced environmental impact, making it an ideal solution for paints & coatings and construction materials, especially in challenging climates such as tropical and equatorial regions.
Onnovo continues to advance its encapsulation technology, fine-tuning gradual release mechanisms to ensure the right balance between efficacy, stability, and cost-effectiveness. Our microencapsulation approach enhances active longevity, allowing for optimal microbial protection while minimizing environmental impact. These actives have been carefully selected for their resistance to harsh environmental conditions and their ability to provide long-term protection.
We have successfully encapsulated a diverse range of preservation actives, demonstrating our ability to deliver precision-controlled solutions for demanding applications. Some of the key actives include:
- Diuron & Terbutryn – Highly effective algaecides for coatings and construction materials.
- IPBC & OIT – Dry-film fungicides that protect against mold and mildew.
- BCM (Benzyl Carbamate) – A dual-action fungicide and algaecide for enhanced microbial protection.
- Zinc Pyrithione (ZPT) – A powerful antimicrobial used in exterior coatings to prevent biofouling.
High temperatures, humidity, and frequent rainfall create an ideal environment for microbial growth in coatings and construction materials. Standard preservatives degrade rapidly under such conditions, leading to:
- Faster microbial contamination in paints and coatings, causing film deterioration, discoloration, and reduced lifespan.
- Algae, mold, and fungal growth in cementitious and polymer-based construction materials, leading to aesthetic and structural issues.
- Frequent reapplications and higher maintenance costs for exterior coatings and building materials.
Onnovo’s microencapsulated biocides and fungicides offer longer-lasting microbial protection by ensuring:
- Gradual and timed release of actives to provide sustained protection.
- Increased UV and humidity resistance, preventing premature degradation.
- Enhanced adhesion in coatings and building materials, maintaining product integrity over time.
Why Microencapsulation?
Traditional preservatives often face challenges such as premature degradation, reduced efficacy due to environmental exposure, and regulatory restrictions on free active compounds. Onnovo’s microencapsulation technology addresses these issues by:
- Enhancing Stability: Protecting actives from oxidation, UV degradation, and chemical interactions.
- Gradual Release: Delivering active ingredients over time for prolonged antimicrobial efficacy.
- Increased Resistance to Harsh Climates: Preventing degradation caused by high humidity, intense UV exposure, and temperature fluctuations.
- Improved Compatibility: Reducing formulation challenges by encapsulating actives in a stable matrix.
- Sustainability Benefits: Lowering environmental impact by reducing preservative use and optimizing bioavailability.
Onnovo’s Cell Technology provides tailored solutions to meet the unique preservation needs of paints & coatings and construction materials:
Paints & Coatings
- Encapsulated Dry-Film Preservatives: Protect against microbial degradation, maintaining film integrity and preventing biofouling.
- Gradual Release Biocides: Improve long-term resistance to mold, algae, and bacteria in tropical environments.
- Enhanced Exterior Coatings: Reduce the frequency of reapplications due to microbial degradation, lowering maintenance costs.
Construction Materials
- Encapsulated Algaecides & Fungicides: Provide superior microbial resistance in cementitious and polymer-based building materials.
- Moisture-Resistant Mold Protection: Prevents discoloration and structural degradation in high-humidity environments.
- Extended Performance in Exterior Applications: Ensures long-term microbial resistance in façade coatings, concrete, and waterproofing systems.
How It Works
Our Cell Technology encapsulates preservation actives in a protective polymer matrix that ensures:
- Targeted Release: Actives are gradually released based on environmental conditions, ensuring continuous microbial protection.
- Enhanced Solubility: Better dispersion of hydrophobic actives in aqueous formulations.
- Regulatory Compliance: Many encapsulated actives meet stringent global safety and environmental standards.
