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Glass Treatment

Catalysts for Glass Treatment

Glass is used in a broad array of structural, decorative, and high-tech applications. Its properties can be significantly enhanced by surface treatments designed to modify adhesion, optical behavior, resistance, and functionality. Tyzor® organic titanates and zirconates, developed by by Dorf Ketal, offer a high-performance solution for the surface treatment of glass. These compounds function as adhesion promoters, surface modifiers, and functional catalysts, improving durability and performance.

Tyzor® compounds apply to many forms of glass, including: 

  • Flat glass 
  • Hollow glass (e.g., bottles) 
  • Glassware and beads 
  • Reinforcing glass fibers 

As adhesion promoters, Tyzor® materials improve bonding between glass substrates and coatings or polymer matrices. They can be applied as primers in pre-treatment steps or added directly to coating formulations. The result is a substantial enhancement in resistance to water, chemicals, and mechanical abrasion. 

Tyzor® Solutions

Advanced Adhesion Promoter for Glass Coatings
Tyzor® improves bonding between glass surfaces and coatings or polymers, enhancing resistance to water, chemicals, and abrasion.
Adhesion Promoter for Glass Coatings
Tyzor® improves bonding between glass surfaces and coatings or polymers, enhancing resistance to water, chemicals, and abrasion.
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Self-Cleaning Coatings with Photocatalytic Action
Tyzor® forms TiO₂ films that decompose organic residues under UV light, enabling self-cleaning glass for architectural and automotive use.
Self-Cleaning Coatings with Photocatalytic Action
Tyzor® forms TiO₂ films that decompose organic residues under UV light, enabling self-cleaning glass for architectural and automotive use.
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Durable Functional Films via Sol-Gel Processing
Tyzor® enables thin, uniform metal oxide layers that provide hardness, chemical resistance, and optical effects through sol-gel methods.
Durable Functional Films via Sol-Gel Processing
Tyzor® enables thin, uniform metal oxide layers that provide hardness, chemical resistance, and optical effects through sol-gel methods.
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Hot-End Treatment for Hollow Glass
Tyzor® applied during hot-end processing forms a strong TiO₂ layer that increases bottle strength and enhances wax coating adhesion.
Hot-End Treatment for Hollow Glass
Tyzor® applied during hot-end processing forms a strong TiO₂ layer that increases bottle strength and enhances wax coating adhesion.
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Glass Fiber Surface Modification
Tyzor® enhances fiber dispersion and resin compatibility in composites, improving mechanical integrity and processing performance.
Glass Fiber Surface Modification
Tyzor® enhances fiber dispersion and resin compatibility in composites, improving mechanical integrity and processing performance.
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Decorative Finishes for Glassware
Tyzor® enables pearlescent, iridescent, or tinted effects via pyrolysis or sol-gel, adding visual appeal to decorative glass items.
Decorative Finishes for Glassware and Beads
Tyzor® enables pearlescent, iridescent, or tinted effects via pyrolysis or sol-gel, adding visual appeal to decorative glass items.
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Smart Reactivity for Glass Surface Modification

Smart Reactivity for Glass Surface Modification

Tyzor®-derived metal oxide coatings (typically TiO₂) exhibit photocatalytic activity as catalysts. When exposed to UV light, they help decompose organic matter on glass surfaces—enabling self-cleaning functionality that is especially valued in architectural glass, solar panels, and automotive windows. These surfaces require only water to remove loosened contaminants, reducing maintenance and enhancing visual performance. 

Tyzor® also functions as a surface modifier. A thin, uniform metal oxide layer forms on the glass through sol-gel hydrolysis or pyrolysis. This layer can be engineered to achieve specific outcomes: 

  • Heat and light reflection 
  • Increased surface hardness  
  • Scratch and chemical resistance  
  • Optical effects such as iridescence or  
    • pearlescence 

Tyzor. A Powerful Toolset for Creating High-Performance Glass

Tyzor. A Powerful Toolset for Creating High-Performance Glass

Typical application techniques include spraying, dipping, or vapor deposition, and processing can occur under thermal conditions (>500 °C) or at ambient temperatures, depending on the grade selected. 

Specific applications include: 

  • Flat Glass: Functional coatings providing reflection control, self-cleaning, and durability.
  • Hollow Glass: Applied hot-end, Tyzor® forms a TiO₂ film to improve mechanical strength and downstream coating adhesion (e.g., wax emulsions). 
  • Glass Fibers: Increases fiber dispersion stability and resin adhesion in composites. 
  • Glassware and Beads: Produces decorative finishes and color effects through pyrolytic or sol-gel techniques. 

The extensive range of Tyzor® grades—reactive alkoxides and stable chelates—supports water- and solvent-based systems. This allows formulators to fine-tune performance based on reactivity, processing, and end-use requirements. With its multifunctional role and compatibility across glass types, Tyzor® enables manufacturers to engineer next-generation materials with enhanced performance, aesthetics, and sustainability. 

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