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…