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3 Facts About Toll Manufacturing

  • April 12, 2018

Toll manufacturing, similar to contract manufacturing, provides customers with ways to save money and time producing their products. We specialize in blending, producing and packaging wax materials on behalf of other companies. Keep reading to learn three facts about toll manufacturing. 1. Cost-Efficient Companies that use toll manufacturing to produce their products don’t have to […]

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4 Facts About Candelilla Wax

  • March 16, 2018

There are hundreds of wax types available. Each type serves a specific purpose. Keep reading to learn about candelilla wax. 1. Candelilla wax is a plant wax. It comes from the leaves of small candelilla shrubs, which are native to northern Mexico and the southwestern U.S.. The wax is harvested from the shrub leaves by […]

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3 Valentine’s Day Gifts With Wax

  • February 9, 2018

Did you know many traditional Valentine’s Day gifts contain wax? Learn about three Valentine’s Day gifts that contain wax. Cards The card you send to your loved one may be coated in wax depending on the type of paper it is made from. Some papers are coated in a thin layer of wax to make […]

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3 Facts About Microcrystalline Wax

  • January 26, 2018

Microcrystalline wax is one of the many types of waxes available. It is used in a variety of applications. Learn about three microcrystalline wax facts. 1. Petroleum Wax Microcrystalline wax is derived from crude oil and is considered a petroleum wax. It is de-oiled during the refining process, meaning the oil is removed to leave […]

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4 Facts About Paraffin Wax

  • December 29, 2017

Paraffin wax is one of the most commonly used waxes. It is used in many everyday products. Read on to learn five facts about paraffin wax: 1. Source Wax properties change depending on the wax source. Paraffin wax is a petroleum wax derived from crude oil. The wax is separated from the oil through crystallization. […]

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3 Holiday Wax Crafts

  • December 15, 2017

Spread holiday cheer with handmade crafts! Check out three creative projects you can make with wax. Crayon Candle Transform broken crayons into a colorful candle. Crayons are made from a combination of paraffin wax and pigments. To make the candle, you’ll need: Crayons with the wrappers removed A clear jar Waxed wick Place the wick […]

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4 Laboratory Instruments For Wax Lab Tests

  • November 15, 2017

We use various laboratory instruments to properly test each wax blend and ensure consistent quality. 1. Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC) This tool measures wax melt point through thermal analysis. Melt points vary depending on the wax blend. Different melt points are ideal for different applications. The DSC measures the difference in the amount of heat required […]

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Why You Should Use Cheese Wax

  • October 27, 2017

October is American Cheese Month. It celebrates North America’s cheeses and the cheesemakers who bring them to your table. If you are a cheesemaker, we recommend using cheese wax to protect your creation while it ages. October is American Cheese Month. It celebrates North America’s cheeses and the cheesemakers who bring them to your table. If […]

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3 Wax Sources

  • September 15, 2017

Wax comes from many different sources. Wax properties change depending on the source, making each wax optimal for different applications. Check out three different wax sources: 1. Plant Waxes Plant waxes are great for those wanting an environmentally friendly product since they come from a renewable and sustainable resource. Two common plant waxes are carnauba […]

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3 Wax Processing Formats

  • August 25, 2017

Different industries require their wax blends in specific formats. As a wax manufacturer, it is important for us to have the ability to offer a variety of options to meet each company’s requirements. Read on to learn about three of the format options we offer. 1. Pastilles Pastilles are small beads of wax, created using […]

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