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Innovators of wax, oil, bio-based and asphalt emulsions for over 45 years.
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SmartWax Sys
Walker, in partnership with SMARTECH, is the exclusive vendor of SmartWaxSys in North America-the proprietary, patent protected wax suspension system. Decrease cost and CO2 emissions without losing quality control.
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This unique, proprietary, patent protected wax suspension system is a game changer. See what it can do for you. Unmatched cost savings, greater product quality, superior control and a greener product.
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Edgeseal
Edgeseal is an efficient water-based sealant and coating for edges of Oriented Strand Board (OSB), solid wood substrates and laminated beams to reduce water absorption and edge thickness swell in moist environments. Custom colours and high viscosity options available.
Features & Benefits
Reduces water absorption for OSB
Controls edge thickness swell in products such as tongue-and-groove products
Dilution of product not required
Compatible with many different air spray systems, spray guns and nozzle assemblies
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Edgeseal Application
See Edgeseal at work with Radian Robotics application equipment.
Edgeseal Application
See Edgeseal at work with Radian Robotics application equipment.
Walker supplies a wide variety of paints, inks, stains, process additives and sealers like Edgeseal to the forest products and woodworking industry.
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Pulp & Paper
Custom formulations for private label and contract manufacturing.
Applications
Effluent applications
Paper mill aeration ponds
Municipal water treatment plants
Machine applications
De-inking applications
Food grade kosher product applications
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Defoamer Addition
Application of defoamer to black liquor in lab.
Before & After
Black Liquor - starting point
Black Liquor - defoamer addition
Black Liquor - foam generation
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Norwax ®
Norwax is a wax-based emulsion designed for use in manufacturing composite boards and structural panels such as Oriented Strand Board (OSB). Its water repellency characteristics protect the board from water penetration that can cause swelling and degradation. Customization available to ensure optimization specific to manufacturing needs.
Features & Benefits
Available in a variety of specifications related to flashpoint, volatility and press temperature
Less contaminants, low odour, naturally lighter in colour and less likely to darken over time
Imparts dimensional stability through water resistance
Walker supplies the composite wood industry with petroleum and non-petroleum wax emulsions specially formulated to provide moisture resistance and dimensional stability.
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