Discovered in the Uinta Basin, Utah in the 1860s by Samuel Gilson, Uintaite is a naturally occurring hard thermoplastic hydrocarbon resin with uses in numerous major industries.
The unique chemical structure, softening point range, excellent binding properties and naturally non-toxic chemistry makes Uintaite an ideal additive to the ink industry, which has consistently used it for over 50-years.
The high resin content adds strength and flexibility to your finished product, while the low ash and sulfur content decrease flaking, increase longevity and resistance to rubbing.
Like use in Printing Inks, Uintaite’s non-toxic chemistry and high nitrogen content increases paint adhesion.
Uintaite is naturally resistant to water and ultraviolet light, making it an ideal additive to improve the performance and longevity of Paints & Stains.
Uintaite is a high performance, low cost additive with a long and proven record of use in the commerical Paints & Stains industries.
As an integral component of drilling fluids, Uintaite can dramatically enhance well-bore stability, including controlling fluid loss and improving drilling effeciencies.
Use of Uintaite in Foundry moldings and castings results in a smoother finished product, with fewer imperfections when the castings are released from the molds.
The high nitrogen content naturally repels UV light and water. The low sulfur and ash content make Uintaite an ideal additive to extend the life of all asphalt products, including Hot Mixed Asphalt, Asphalt Surface Treatments, Blown Asphalt, etc.