Recommended Product Categories
Find the right chemistry for your application. Explore the product categories commonly used in adhesive, sealant, and plastisol operations. Questions? Need a custom formulation?
Adhesion Promoters
Improve bonding to metals, plastics, and coated surfaces. Includes polyamide and blocked isocyanate promoters for fusion, low-bake, and wet-on-wet use.
Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers
Remove uncured adhesives, residue, or process soils. Includes water-based and solvent-based cleaners for equipment, tools, and surfaces.
Rust & Surface Protection
Prevent corrosion before or between adhesive steps. Includes steel corrosion inhibitors, dry film, and oil-based rust preventives.
Paint, Ink & Coating Removers
Break down cured adhesives, sealants, or elastomers. Includes paint removers, ink removers, and cleaning accelerators.
Tank, Tub & Reactor Cleaners
Non-foaming formulas for removing cured materials. Used in kettles, mix tanks, and sealed equipment during changeover.
Common Problems We Solve
Below are some of the most common issues faced in adhesive, sealant, and plastisol environments — along with solutions that align with our product categories and chemistries.
❌ Adhesive Failure on Metal or Plastic
Inadequate bonding to coated or uncoated substrates leads to delamination or weak joints.
✅ Polyamide Promoters
Promote chemical bonding during vinyl fusion and improve adhesion to metal, fabric, and plastic.
❌ Surface Contamination Before Bonding
Oils, plasticizers, or residue interfere with sealant or adhesive adhesion.
✅ Solvent-Based Cleaners
Fast-drying degreasers remove films and oils that compromise adhesive performance.
❌ Rust Between Adhesive Layers
Metal parts corrode during storage or between process steps, affecting bond integrity.
✅ Rust & Corrosion Inhibitors
Protect cleaned or bare metal with dry or oily films that prevent flash rust.
❌ Residue Buildup in Tanks or Spray Lines
Cured or semi-cured adhesive accumulates inside kettles, pumps, or hoses.
✅ Tank, Tub & Reactor Cleaners
Break down hardened residue and cured material from internal surfaces during changeovers.
❌ Long Bake Cycles or Inflexible Cure Temps
High-temperature cure requirements slow production or limit process flexibility.
✅ Blocked Isocyanate Promoters
Enable lower cure temperatures and shorter bake cycles in wet-on-wet plastisol applications.
PICO Customers in Adhesives, Sealants & Plastisols
Companies across the adhesives, sealants, and plastisols industry trust PICO to deliver performance, reliability, and process-friendly chemical solutions. Here are a few trusted manufacturers who rely on our workhorse products and expertise.
FAQs
Whether you’re formulating sealers, applying structural adhesives, or maintaining plastisol systems, here are answers to common questions from manufacturers in adhesives, sealants, and plastisols.
Applications & Compatibility
What types of adhesives and sealants are supported by PICO adhesion promoters?
PICO adhesion promoters are used primarily with PVC plastisols, organosols, and select structural sealants that require thermal fusion or wet-on-wet bonding.
Can PICO cleaners be used on metal, plastic, and composite surfaces?
Yes. Most water-based and solvent-based cleaners are compatible with a range of ferrous, non-ferrous, and plastic substrates, though testing is recommended.
Are there solutions for removing cured plastisol or sealant residue from tanks and equipment?
Yes. Select tank, tub, and reactor cleaners—as well as certain removers—are designed to soften and remove cured material during batch changeovers.
Regulatory & Compliance
Do PICO adhesion promoters contain nonylphenol?
PICO offers both traditional and nonylphenol-free blocked isocyanate systems. Refer to the product data sheet for specific formulations.
Can your cleaners help meet VOC or environmental safety goals?
Yes. PICO offers multiple water-based and low-VOC options that support compliance with air quality regulations.
Customization & Supply
Does PICO offer custom adhesion promoters or cleaner blends?
Custom blends may be available depending on the application. Contact the PICO team to discuss formulation requirements and feasibility.
What packaging sizes are available?
Most products are available in drums, pails, and totes. Select items may be available in bulk or alternative packaging upon request.
