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Farnesene-Based Polyols

Introduction to Farnesene-Based Polyols for Adhesives and Sealants Formulation

A new hydrophobic polyol derived from a renewable source offers lower viscosity than hydroxyl-terminated polybutadienes (HTPBs) of the same molecular weight.
Herbert Chao Steve Henning Nan Tian Tomas Trnka
April 2, 2018

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) resins are known to have a higher viscosity than polyether polyols of the same molecular weight. A new hydrophobic polyol derived from renewable resources, namely polyfarnesene diol, has been developed having lower viscosity than the HTPBs of the same molecular weight.


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Chrysalis amphitheater
Case Study

Customized Coatings for an Outdoor Structural Application

Valspar created four architectural coatings for a multi-use amphitheater in Maryland.
April 2, 2018
Located in a spacious park located at the center of downtown Columbia, Md., Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods is a tribute to the arts and the environment.
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Mixing controls

Dispensing Systems for Dosing Two-Component Silicones

Dosing systems should offer easy adjustment of the mixing ratio.
April 2, 2018

Silicones are some of the most versatile connecting materials available and can be used across a huge range of applications. In addition, the ongoing development of silicones is opening new applications in the industry for future production methods, leading to a need for new processing systems for both one- and two-component materials.


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OMNOVA First Quarter Sales Rise 2%

Net sales in specialty solutions increased 16.5% to $109.2 million, while sales in performance materials decreased 14%, or 7.6%.
April 2, 2018

OMNOVA Solutions Inc. recently reported net sales for the first quarter were $178.7 million, up 2.3% from last year's $174.6 million.


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