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Apparently invisible. Chemistry in ceramics.Aware of how complex the problems related to the world of chemistry applied to ceramic production processes can be, we want to share our knowledge with those who want to orient themselves or train for passion or profession. Through a simple and... Author: Zschimmer & Schwarz Ceramco
Aware of how complex the problems related to the world of chemistry applied to ceramic production processes can be, we want to share our knowledge with those who want to orient themselves or train for passion or profession.Through a simple and direct language, the podcast aims to be an educational space with a focus on products, applications and processes.The journey unfolds along the ceramic production lines.At each stage a topic.At each topic a critical issue.At each critical issue, when possible, a solution. Language: en Genres: Chemistry, Courses, Education, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Tenacer: Z&S temporary binders
Episode 67
Monday, 16 March, 2026
This episode explores the technological development of temporary binders for the ceramic industry, starting from the TENACER range developed by Zschimmer & Schwarz. In today’s ceramic manufacturing environment—marked by large-format tiles, ultra-thin slabs, super white bodies with high glass content, and increasing variability in raw materials—maintaining the mechanical strength of the green body has become a key factor for ensuring both process stability and final product quality.The podcast introduces the main product lines within the TENACER range, outlining their different technological approaches and formulation strategies, while also highlighting the industrial considerations that guide their application in production environments.The episode also addresses several critical aspects of the ceramic process, including how additives interact with other production variables, the issue of black core formation, rheological behavior, and typical dosage ranges. Overall, it emphasizes that the effectiveness of binders is never determined by the additive alone, but rather by the careful balance between formulation choices and process conditions.
