SCF’s fertilizer process facilities include a continuous coating operation capable of producing up to 240 lb/ hour of coated material, and laboratory scale coating drums and spray equipment capable of producing batches up to about 4 cubic feet of material. SCF also has a controlled atmosphere chamber and test equipment for determining caking tendency and other environmentally induced effects, as well as multiple dust control testing rigs.
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Areas of Expertise
Controlled and Slow Release Coatings
Functional Coating Development
Performance Testing
Liquid and Dry Fertilizer Development
Process and Product Improvement
Performance Analysis
Applied Research
Patented Sulfur Coated Urea Technology
Granule Binder Development
Anti-Dust Coatings Development
Abrasion Resistance
Blend and Additive Compatibility Enhancements
Extensive Equipment and Testing for Anti-Cake Performance
Tackifiers for Micronutrients and Other Performance Additives
Examples of Agriculture Contract Research
SCF has developed and patented several polymer-based controlled release coatings for a variety of fertilizer substrates from conception through to process implementation.
SCF has created binders and adhesive carriers for the application of herbicides and other adjuvants directly to fertilizer granules.
SCF developed chemistries and associated application methods to minimize dust formation during the industrial process where micronutrients were incorporated into fertilizer granules.
SCF worked in conjunction with the University of Florida to study the effects of biostimulant application on soil microbiology and turf response at an active golf course.
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Surface Chemists has been providing tailored solutions for clients for over 50 years.
We look forward to hearing from you to discuss how we can help with your next project.
1303 Park Lane South Jupiter, FL 33458 (561) 745-8774
