In a Bachelor’s thesis submitted at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, a water-based cavity preservation product was reformulated for use in dip-coating processes. Various dip trials on sheet metal were carried out to evaluate film formation, which is critical for subsequent corrosion protection tests. The results indicated that the time-dependent structural build-up—or thixotropy—of the formulation had a substantial influence on film retention during the dip process. The study provides a solid foundation for further adaptation of the water-based cavity preservation product for dip applications. Source: Isabelle Kopp, Bachelor’s thesis, Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, 27 January 2025 (embargoed until 27 January 2030)