FERHYDROX HP – NBI Steps into the Biogas Treatment Category

NBI steps into the Biogas treatment category with the launch of FERHYDROX HP

Produced by our partner, C.M.M.P. of France, the FERHYDROX HP is a natural iron oxyhydroxide powder, with proven efficacy as an H2S scavenger.  The synergy between mineral content, particle size and purity enables favorable reactivity. The FERHYDROX HP eliminates H2S in digesters by precipitation, forming iron sulphide and sulphur.

This multi-tasking mineral also performs as a fertilizer, an animal feed nutrient and as a pigment.

Contact New Brook for more information at sales@newbrookintl.com

 

AVL METAL POWDERS BEGINS GLOBAL LAUNCH OF PREMIUM ZINC FLAKES

New Brook is pleased to announce AVL Metal Powders global launch of premium Zinc Flakes, as powder or solvent or water-based paste options.  Their range consists of various pure Zinc grades, as well as, a wide range of high-performance alloys. ZINCARE® comes from ZINC + to CARE, AVL’s ambitous worldwide endeavor to ensure their premium Zinc delivers protective qualities to steel & construction materials.

Please contact New Brook International, Inc. at sales@newbrookintl.com for an introduction to this incredible product offering.

COATINGS WORLD : Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik GmbH Celebrates 125 Years of Innovation and Tradition

David Savastano, Contributing Editor11.24.21  COATINGS WORLD

There are not a lot of companies that reach 25 years, not to mention 125 years. For Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, celebrating its 125th anniversary means a time to look back on its traditions and successes while looking ahead to new challenges and opportunities.

Ron Levi, owner of Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik GmbH & Co KG as well as New Brook International, spoke about the company’s heritage as he reflected on its 125th anniversary. He noted that the company was founded in 1896 as Lack- und Farbengroßhandlung Gebrüder Katzauer by brothers Samuel and Meier Katzauer. The company started as a lacquer and paint wholesaler, producing paints and brushes for local craftsmen. Soon after, the company began manufacturing window putty and various lime-based products.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the Katzauer family acquired a 20-acre site on the outskirts of Bruchsal, which still serves as the  company’s headquarters.

“Here, the foundation was laid for the chemical production of pigments, which continues to be the most important focus of the company,” said Levi. “During the early 20th century, new production halls were built, enabling the chemical production of chromate pigments, organic and iron cyanide pigments, making Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik an important and modern international manufacturer of these colors.”

World War II was a turning point, as ownership of the company was taken by Rheinchemie, the government’s chemical group and part of a larger conglomerate, IG Farben. Pigment production was stopped in favor of the manufacture of camouflage paints and rubber compounds during this time.

“The continued growth and success story was abruptly interrupted in 1938 when the Katzauer and Levi families were forced to flee Germany and the company was incorporated into Rheinchemie, a part of IG Farben,” Levi said. “Fortunately, the Levi family was able to emigrate to the USA and later regained rightful ownership (first Ludwig and then Peter) of the company in 1949.”

After the second World War, pigment production was renewed, and the facilities completely rebuilt into one of the most modern inorganic pigment production sites in the world from 1957-1998 under Peter Levi. In 1998, upon the death of Peter Levi, ownership passed to the fourth generation, with Ronald Levi taking charge.

The plant had been gutted during the war, so new buildings and technologies were introduced.  Even today, legacy wooden tanks and pan mills can still be found around the factory and continue to operate. Modernization of plant and equipment, as well as new technologies that meet the stricter health and safety requirements, continued over the years.

In 2006, a new building housing a modern chemical production was commissioned. In 2015, further growth occurred when the new mixing facility went online with a custom designed and built mixer capable of grinding dry pigment blends up to 9 cubic meters per homogeneous batch.

“Key markets have always been the protective coatings, plastics and ink applications,” said Levi. “The wide range of high quality inorganic offerings, blends and the willingness to produce customer specific colors have been the differentiators.

“After having been a leader in the development of chrome yellow and molybdate pigments, the focus has moved to bismuth vanadate and dry pigment blends,” Levi added. “Work continues on further stabilizing and shading of the BV molecule and in the orange color space.”

Levi said that there have been quite a few highlights over the years, including continued global growth, opening markets in more than 100 countries, and consistency of service through two pandemics, two world wars and the ever-changing environmental landscape. He anticipates further successes in the future.

“The outlook is positive for this mid-sized, flexible producer of high quality inorganic pigments even in the face of continuing legislative and environmental twists and turns,” Levi concluded.

The company continues to develop new products and anticipates further successes in the future.

125 Years of Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik – NBI Congratulates Sister Company’s History

Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik, one of the leading producers of bismuth vanadate pigments,  is celebrating its 125th anniversary in October 2021. From the beginning , inorganic  pigments such as chrome yellows and molybdate orange/red through  today’s line of  bismuth vanadate and pigment mixtures have been produced in Bruchsal according to high quality and customer-specific standards.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions in place, a small, an internal celebration was held to mark the anniversary, during which company owner Ronald A. Levi reviewed the history of the company and all it has accomplished. The company was founded in 1896 as “Lack- und Farbengroßhandlung Gebrüder Katzauer”. The focus was on products for craftsmen such as brushes, paints and other equipment. A few years later, the company began producing its own putty and various lime paints.  At the beginning of the 1920s, the Katzauer family acquired a 20-hectare site on the outskirts of Bruchsal, which still  serves as the  company’s headquarters . Here, the foundation was laid for the chemical production of pigments, which continues to be the most important focus of the company. During the early 20th century new production halls were built for the chemical production of chromate pigments, organic and iron cyanide pigments, making Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik an important international manufacturer of these colors. The continued growth and success story was abruptly interrupted in 1938 when the  Katzauer and Levi families were  forced to flee Germany and the company was incorporated into “Rheinchemie,” a part of IG Farben. Fortunately, the Levi family was able to emigrate to the USA and later regained rightful ownership of the company in 1949.  After the second World War, pigment production was renewed  and the facilities completely rebuilt into one of the most modern inorganic pigment production sites in the world.

In recent years the emphasis on the  production of bismuth vanadate and environmentally friendly pigments became the focus of the company . To meet the increasing demand, a new production plant was commissioned in 2006, and in 2015 a mixing plant capable of processing pigment blends up to 9 m³ as a homogeneous batch was commissioned. These steps positioned Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik for  future growth and continuing   success as a fourth generation,  family-owned company supplying color pigments to industry throughout the world.

New Brook International’s Southeastern Sales Manager, Jim Tovey, Will Retire

After a long and successful career selling pigments and mineral fillers, New Brook International’s Southeastern Sales Manager, Jim Tovey, will retire on April 30th. His colleagues, past and present, wish him and his family all the best while writing the next chapter of his life. Thanks Jim, for helping us grow the SE territory !

Until further notice, all correspondence and requests should be directed to our NJ headquarters.

AVL METAL POWDERS REBRANDS

AVL METAL POWDERS OF Kortrijk, BELGIUM, has rolled out a rebranding effort, to continue its expansion progress.  The same quality pigments and powders but new improved name and coding system has been integrated to support the youthful AVL image.

AVL was founded in 1937 by André Van Lerberghe and is a 4th generation, family owned and operated Metallic Effect Pigments and Metallic Functional Powders producer. Their metallic pigments and powders are a household name in the industry and are sold around the world through a global network.  New Brook International has been a valued US distribution partner for many years.

AVL uses a unique milling production process that sets them apart from the competition.  This process results in odorless and 100% pure powders, pastes and granulates, that are of high quality, provide narrow specifications and consistency. Their in-house R&D department and laboratories are committed to exceeding customer expectations and are driven by innovation.

Looking for effect pigments, such as Gold Bronze pigments and Silver Aluminum pigments, or more functional powders, such as Aluminum powders, Copper powders and Zinc powders?  A full range of options are available for printing, coatings, plastics, building and chemical applications.

Contact New Brook today for further information about AVL METAL POWDERS!

Feel free to check out the AVL Metal Powders website too:  https://www.avlmetalpowders.com/en

Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik’s Downloadable 2021 Calendar Honoring 125 Year History

Bruchsaler invites you on a journey of their company history, dating back 125 years, viewed through a prism of pigments and pigment blends they produce.  Visit Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik’s website to download the 2021 calendar that will transport you, each month, to a place of color through artistic photography.

Bruchsaler is a 4th generation owned, environmentally friendly pigment producer, based in Bruchsal, Germany.

click this link to calendar download site:
https://lnkd.in/eX36Tna