Inventors:
Howard B. Agree - Newtown PA
Barry P. Gunagan - Hatboro PA
Edward A. Rodzewich - Flourtown PA
Assignee:
BetzDearborn Inc. - Trevose PA
International Classification:
C02F 156
Abstract:
Methods and compositions for detackifying and dispersing, and coagulating/flocculating and dispersing solventborne and waterborne paints, respectively, in paint spray booth waters are disclosed. An aqueous composition of water soluble cationic polymer, nonionic surfactant and amphoteric surfactant is used in conjunction with a silicate compound to treat the paint spray booth waters.