Profile: Dimension Technology Chemical Systems, Inc. is a global supplier of company proprietary catalysts. The catalysts are designed to give maximum curing performance of epoxy formulations and facilitate the formation of epoxy-derivatives (monomer or intermediates) for a number of commercial applications. We specialize in chemical process research and development especially suitable for defense requirements. The active ingredient in Hycat™ 2000S, 3000S, and OA is based on an activated oxo-centered-trinuclear [chromium III] complex. Chromium III compounds are generally considered to be non-toxic by the EPA. Depending on catalyst concentration and formulation, cured products range in color from light to dark green. Typical catalyst loadings range from 1 to 5% however, higher or lower concentrations can be used depending on the formulation and desired end result. Cures and gels are typically realized at low to moderate temperatures. Hycat™ OA, 2000S and 3000S are commonly used to accelerate the reaction of epoxy compounds with carboxylic acids, anhydrides & imides. These catalysts are especially effective in polymer cure systems at room temperature or slightly elevated temperatures. Hycat™ 2000S and 3000S are designed to have non-corrosive properties in their final composition. This attribute makes Hycat™ catalysts useful in coatings, electronic circuit boards and other systems that require low-corrosion properties. These catalysts, especially those based on the environmental-friendly and essentially non-toxic chromium (III) carboxylates, are industry leading epoxy catalysts to accelerate these reactions in many thermosetting applications. The curing of epoxy formulas of these types to make epoxy polyesters frequently achieved at low temperature epoxy cures. Hycat™ catalysts can be used as an accelerator in other applications including epoxy filament winding, epoxy composites and toughened epoxy systems.