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A Look At Montan Wax

  • August 12, 2016

What Is Montan Wax? Montan wax is a mineral wax that comes from coal and shale. It is a hard natural wax that has many uses due to its unique nature and durability. Other mineral waxes include lignite, peat and ozocerite. Where Is It Found? Being a mineral wax, montan wax is a mixture of […]

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What Is Ambergris?

  • July 29, 2016

Image source: CNN.com Ambergris is a waxy substance made in the intestines of sperm whales. The whales produce the substance to help protect their stomach lining from sharp objects. When the substance isn’t needed anymore, the whales eject it. The rock-like wax can be found floating in the ocean or washed up on beaches. The […]

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Wax In Beauty And Personal Care Products

  • July 15, 2016

Did you know the products you use to get yourself ready for the day probably contain some type of wax? Wax is in nearly all personal care and beauty products. Learn about the different waxes in your favorite products: Lip Balm Lip balm is something many people apply several times a day. Depending on the […]

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Red, White And “Bleu” Wax?

  • June 24, 2016

There are many ways to make your holidays festive, but have you ever thought of using wax to add the finishing touch to your holiday? Cheese, bottle sealing and letter sealing waxes are all available in a variety of colors including red, white and blue for Independence Day. Learn more about these colored waxes: Cheese […]

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Beekeeping: Bee Environmentally Friendly

  • May 20, 2016

Many people keep bees to pollinate crops or flower gardens and to collect their own delicious honey. If you are a hobby beekeeper or are starting your own beekeeping business, you probably build your own artificial hives for the bees out of wood. To preserve the wood hive and protect the bee population, a paraffin […]

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3 Benefits Of Toll Manufacturing Wax

  • May 10, 2016

Toll manufacturing, also known as contract manufacturing, has become more popular in recent years. Toll manufacturers create specialized products for other businesses. We create wax blends for other companies. Learn about the top three benefits of using a toll manufacturer: 1. No Capital Investment The minimal capital investment is one of the biggest reasons companies […]

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3 Facts About Wax Emulsions

  • May 10, 2016

A wax emulsion is a stable mixture of one or more waxes in water. Learn three facts about wax emulsions: 1. A variety of waxes can be used in wax emulsions Natural or synthetic waxes can be used in wax emulsions. Common natural waxes used include carnauba wax, beeswax and candelilla wax. Paraffin and microcrystalline […]

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Blended Waxes Celebrates 40 Years In Business

  • May 6, 2016

Dear Blended Waxes Blog Readers, On May 1, 1976, Clarence Gereau installed a few tanks in a former brewery building on the south side of Oshkosh, Wisconsin and blended a wax coating for a cheese manufacturer and proudly announced, “We’re open for business!” Clarence’s passion and guts to strike out on his own gave us […]

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All About Natural Waxes

  • April 29, 2016

There are hundreds of types of wax. Each comes from a unique source. The world provides us with many sources of wax. Natural waxes come from natural secretions of plants, animals and insects. Check Out Our Natural Wax Learn more about popular natural waxes: Animal Waxes The most common type of animal wax is beeswax. […]

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Spring Cleaning: Wax-Based Cleaning And Polishing Products

  • April 15, 2016

Spring is the season to get your home looking fresh. With the warmer weather comes a sense of renewal. As you reach for your cleaning products this spring, you may notice some have wax in them. Paste wax is a popular cleaning product commonly used on furniture and floors to give them a protective, shiny […]

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