METHOD FOR IMPROVING THE HYDROPHILIC PROPERTIES OF PRODUCTS, A CEMENT AND A CELLULOSE ETHER HAVING ADVANTAGEOUS HYDROPHILIC PROPERTIES AND USE OF PLASMA FOR TREATING PRODUCTS

摘要

The invention relates to a method for improving the hydrophilic properties of products, especially of powdery products, wherein the product is plasma-treated. The plasma treatment results in a de-agglomeration of particles, thereby obtaining an improved wettability of product particles. The viscosity of suspensions and solvents produced from the treated product particles can also be substantially reduced, thereby allowing a substantial reduction of the amount of water metered to the suspensions or solvents while maintaining the physical properties. The invention further relates to a cement and to a cellulose ether having especially advantageous hydrophilic properties. The invention finally relates to the use of plasma for treating products and/or product surfaces.