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Univar Solutions Inc., a global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced that it’s expanding its longtime distribution partnership with Dow, the chemical company. With the addition of a wide variety of DOWSIL Silicone Additives and DOWSIL Silicone Resins, Univar continues to strengthen its coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers (CASE) and industrial products…

Two Dow adhesive systems commonly used for a broad range of polyethylene (PE) film packaging applications have been approved as compatible for mechanical recycling following a rigorous scientific evaluation by the non-profit, cross-industry initiative RecyClass. The approval covers solvent-free MOR-FREE L 75-300/ CR88-300 and water-borne ROBOND L-350/ CR-3 lamination adhesives, which will add an adhesive component to the REVOLOOP technology…

Dow is launching an updated training program that helps its distribution partners learn more about silicone materials for use in electronics protection and assembly applications. The training program adds new online learning modules in addition to the in-person sessions that have been held regularly at Dow facilities and labs. Previously, the Academy training was a…

Dow has announced a series of incremental, high-return capacity expansions to support growing demand across key end-markets, all of which value sustainable solutions and continue to grow faster than GDP. In Dow’s Consumer Solutions business, several key growth projects are planned to come online globally throughout 2021 and will increase capacity of: Silicone engineered materials…

  Dow offers an advanced, primerless silicone adhesive that cures rapidly without oven heat for improved productivity and reduced energy use in the manufacture of appliances, automotive electronics, lighting, and avionics. DOWSIL EA-3838 Fast Adhesive is a high-performance formula that cures at room temperature and provides fast adhesion for shorter cycle times. This silicone adhesive…

Six breakthrough technologies from Dow, a multinational chemical corporation, have been selected from hundreds of nominees to be recognized with prestigious Edison Awards. Established in 1987, the Edison Awards have honored the best in innovation and innovators. Being recognized with an Edison Award is one of the highest accolades a company can receive in the…

Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics, a business division of Dow, is expanding its high-performance AFFINITY GA polyolefin elastomers (POE) with the launch of bio-based AFFINITY RE. This solution has enabled Dow customer Henkel’s Technomelt SUPRA ECO line to achieve another milestone in both companies’ sustainability goals. Climate change is one of the greatest technical, social,…

  Dow announced an innovative brand extension to its family of INNATE Precision Packaging Resins. INNATE TF Polyethylene Resins for tenter frame biaxial orientation are bringing commercial viability to the packaging goal of tenter frame biaxially oriented polyethylene (TF-BOPE) films — resulting in greater performance, consumer convenience, and recyclability. Compared to traditional polyethylene (PE) films,…

Dow has introduced a new adhesive for flexible and foldable displays, smartphones, wearables, laptops, televisions and many other types of electronic devices: DOWSIL VE-8001 Flexible Silicone Adhesive. This two-part, primer-less silicone adhesive is applied directly to thin metal surfaces and forms an elastic layer, or inner hinge, that helps to protect the display from damage…

Dow recently introduced its DOWSIL CC-8030 UV and Moisture Dual Cure Conformal Coating — the industry’s first solvent-less silicone conformal coating with an ultraviolet (UV) and moisture dual cure system for high throughputs. The new environmentally responsible silicone technology promotes sustainability, health, and safety while reducing processing costs through automated spraying and fast, energy-efficient UV…

Dow Performance Silicones, a global provider of silicones and silicon-based technology, showcased new materials and capabilities for electric vehicle (EV) and battery pack designers at last week’s The Battery Show North America 2019. Specifically, Dow is featured its newest adhesion and conductive materials innovations: DOWSIL EA-4700 CV Adhesive and DOWSIL EC-6601 Electrically Conductive Adhesive. Other industry-leading Dow…

Dow, provider of silicones, silicon-based technology, and innovation, has launched new, heat-resistant dielectric gels under the DOWSIL label: EG-4000, EG-4100 and EG-4120. The latest additions raise the bar for thermally stable silicone pottants for protective encapsulation of sensitive components, within SiC and GaN power modules, on printed circuit boards and in industrial sensors and actuators.…

Dow Performance Silicones is unveiling at CES Asia 2019 (booth N1-1014) two new optical bonding solutions for automotive and consumer displays exposed to harsh environmental conditions. They include DOWSIL VE-2003 UV Optical Bonding Material, designed to bond a glass or plastic display cover and touch panel to the LCD or OLED display module, and DOWSIL VE-4001…

Dow Performance Silicones, a global leader in silicones, silicone-based technology and innovation will showcase a wide range of new and recently introduced silicone-based solutions for automotive, communications and consumer electronics applications at CES Asia 2019 (booth N1-1014) from June 11 to 13, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. As a leading customer innovation partner,…

Today at the Battery Show Europe 2019 (Hall 1, Stand 349) Dow introduced its new DOWSIL EC-6601 Electrically Conductive Adhesive — a next-generation material engineered for reliable performance and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) in demanding electrical and electronics applications in the transportation, communications. and consumer markets. This novel adhesive combines strong electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding capabilities…

The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) introduced a new 3D printing build material in the EVOLV3D platform at formnext. EVOLV3D Olefin Block Copolymer (OBC) printing filament can be used to produce lightweight, durable parts. The material can also be remolded for longer life. As part of its 2025 Sustainability Goals, Dow is committed to valuing nature […]

To address longstanding 3D printing design, prototyping and manufacturing challenges, The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) has developed EVOLV3D Universal Support Material (USM), which is initially available through Taulman 3D Printing Materials. Water-soluble EVOLV3D USM maintains its structural integrity during the printing process to enable more complex and intricate designs, and then readily dissolves in water […]