SCHLENK introduces ZENEXO® VolcanGlow: A groundbreaking addition to the awarded Zenexo® effect pigment series
Roth-Barnsdorf, 24.03.2025
SCHLENK is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation, Zenexo® VolcanGlow, the next pigment in the award-winning Zenexo® series. This new pigment complements the portfolio with a striking red-shift, offering coating and printing ink manufacturers a new dimension of color versatility in the popular red to orange spectrum.
Zenexo® VolcanGlow inherits all the groundbreaking qualities of its predecessors in the Zenexo® series. With its 100% powder form, it is not only efficient and easy to use but also complies with the highest safety standards, being free from hazardous goods classification. This innovative pigment is ideal for manufacturers looking for reliable, sustainable solutions, as it can be seamlessly integrated into modern sustainable coating technologies, including powder, waterborne, and UV coatings.
One of the standout characteristics of Zenexo® VolcanGlow is its hiding power, which provides coverage and allows for captivating and bold stylings in the popular red to orange color range. Its exceptional chroma and flop effect enable unique visual effects and provide eye-catching designs and finishes that excel in a variety of coating, printing and plastics applications.
"With the introduction of Zenexo® VolcanGlow NB 21 OR, we continue to push the boundaries of pigment technology. This latest addition reinforces our commitment to providing innovative, high-performance pigments that meet the growing demand for sustainable and safe solutions," said Dr. Frank J. Maile, VP Technical Marketing & Product Management at Schlenk Metallic Pigments. “Zenexo® is virtually predestined for use in modern automotive color shades, as it allows customers to formulate attractive, chromatic shades while meeting the ever-increasing demands associated with autonomous driving. These include properties such as RADAR transmission and LIDAR reflectivity. When it comes to the use of Zenexo® in the mass coloring of plastics, the pigment enhances the metallic look and appearance of the surface and allows for new design options”.
Designed for both aesthetic and functional excellence, Zenexo® VolcanGlow offers manufacturers new creative possibilities while aligning with sustainable practices. As part of the trusted Zenexo® series, it delivers consistency, safety, and performance, allowing manufacturers to achieve vibrant, captivating results with confidence.
Zenexo® is the SCHLENK brand for effect pigments based on UTP® technology for coatings, plastics and printing applications. According to valid transport regulations, the product is not a dangerous good and is not classified according to the CLP regulation. Zenexo® was awarded with the Bavarian innovation award in 2022.
UTP®-Technology (Ultra-Thin Pigment technology) is a unique technology from SCHLENK that enables substrates with a reproducible and perfectly uniform thickness distribution and an unsurpassed form factor. It is based on an ultra-thin aluminum substrate stabilized with silicon dioxide. SCHLENK holds several patents on this technology.
