Global leaders in construction chemicals, Sika and BASF, have introduced Baxxodur® EC 151, a groundbreaking amine-based curing agent for epoxy resins. 

Available under BASF’s Baxxodur® brand, it is revolutionising epoxy coatings.  

Designed for high-performance flooring applications, the product is ideal for production plants, storage and assembly halls, and parking decks. 

Unmatched benefits 

• Improved viscosity and flow properties enhance epoxy flooring solutions, ensuring easy application and a smooth, even finish. 
• Ultra-low volatile organic compound (VOC) formulations of up to 90% less than conventional hardeners make it a game changer for environmentally conscious construction projects. 
• Greater use of mineral fillers reduces overall costs while enhancing sustainability. 

Reliability in challenging conditions 

Baxxodur® EC 151 ensures quick and thorough curing across a broad temperature range, making it particularly effective in colder conditions. 

Standard hardeners struggle at 5-10°C, but this product reduces the drying time by up to two-thirds. Therefore floors can be walked on soon after application, increasing efficiency on construction sites. 

Glossy, stable, durable aesthetics 

Epoxy coatings formulated with Baxxodur® EC 151 offer a glossy, colour-stable finish without the clouding or hazing (“blushing”) commonly seen with conventional hardeners.  

The result is a long-lasting, visually appealing surface that withstands mechanical and chemical stresses while minimising maintenance costs. 

Resource saving collaboration 

This breakthrough is the result of a strong collaboration between Sika and BASF.  

Sika developed the amine building block to optimise epoxy formulations, while BASF engineered and scaled up the manufacturing process. 

“This development is a major step towards resource-saving construction,” says Urs Burckhardt, head of research at Sika.  

“By working closely with BASF, we have created a solution that enables our customers to meet their efficiency and sustainability goals more effectively.” 

Vasilios Galanos, senior vice-president, Intermediates Europe, at BASF, adds: “Our collaboration with Sika combines expertise in chemistry and scalable, cost-efficient processes to deliver sustainable innovations.” 

The new Baxxodur® EC 151 curing agent for epoxy resins has a superior, stable finish in a sustainable, resource efficient product  

For more information, contact Sika: 

Tel: +27 31 792 6500 

Email: headoffice@za.sika.com 

Website: https://zaf.sika.com/