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The lightness of being, or at least the lightness of his roofs, was architect Werner Thurner's vision (Villach, Austria) when he developed the Polydeck system; a vision that has led to Polydeck's use in two, trendsetting projects. Thurner had to develop a completely new process in order to create the so called ‘flying' roofs. The first two projects comprised the roofing of an ...
In World of Polyurea - EPUJ 01-02 2012
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The Polyurea Development Association Europe (PDA Europe) has held its 5th Annual Conference from Monday 14th to Wednesday 16th November in The Hague, The Netherlands. The event brought together over 100 participants to hear the presentations, exchange best practices and network with the exhibitors which included Adcos, Albermarle, ArmorThane, BASF Polyurethanes, Gama, Graco, Huntsman ...
In World of Polyurea - EPUJ 01-02 2012
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POC Ventures (Protecting Our Children) in cooperation with The Hanson Group LLC have developed and patented a unique safety device to help reduce the number of concussions suffered on the football field. By utilizing some energy absorbing polyurea and polyurethane polymers along with a custom-designed pocketed cover to distribute the forces of impact, the Guardian Cap, when placed on a ...
In World of Polyurea - EPUJ 01-02 2012
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AbstractMOCA (methylene bis-ortho-chloroaniline) is the curative-of-choice for waterproof roof coating in Japan. These coatings are typically hand applied and require long pot-lives. Basic formulations use 3-6% NCO TDI prepolymers and are highly plasticized. However, due to the carcinogenic nature of MOCA, many customers want to move away from MOCA. The major technical challenge is to ...
In Technical Articles - EPUJ 01-02 2012
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This is actually our last edition for 2011 - and before the period of "contemplation" begins, I would like to make two important announcements about our plans for 2012:On 13th November 1937 patent specification NI. 728.981a was awarded, a basic patent for the production of polyurethane. What does that mean? - RIGHT!!!Polyurethane celebrates its 75th official birthday!!!We would ...
In Editorial - EPUJ 11-12 2011
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Not all conveyor belts are equal. Following on from smooth surfaced round straps the advanced tubing leader polyvanced from Osnabrück is now introducing weldable round belts with rough surfaces. Round belts with smooth surfaces have already been in production with enormous success since 2008 as a special development within the core competency of tubing. The demand throughout the drive and ...
In Products and Applications - EPUJ 11-12 2011
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Perstorp has doubled production capacity of their Capa caprolactone plant in Warrington, England. Due to the rapidly growing demand for caprolactones worldwide, these specialty chemicals have been in short supply for several years. In response, Perstorp has taken steps to secure long-term availability by investing in a second Capa stream at its Warrington plant. Perstorp can now offer twice ...
In Products and Applications - EPUJ 11-12 2011
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After the highly positive results in 2010, the Brazilian coatings industry foresaw a good performance in 2011. However, the growth rate diminished dramatically this year, as has been the case with the economy. During the ABRAFATI Forum of the Coatings Industry, held last August 25th, in São Paulo, the announced forecasts presented more modest numbers."In the first half of this ...
In Events - EPUJ 11-12 2011
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Momentive Performance Materials Inc. introduced a number of advancements at UTECH Asia 2011, such as: Niax Silicone L-658 - a highly efficient, fire retardant (FR) silicone surfactant that is an excellent candidate to consider for use in flexible slabstock foam applications. Its use can enhance the efficiency of FR and minimize the amount of FR needed to meet different flammability test ...
In Products and Applications - EPUJ 11-12 2011
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With its outstanding high-quality appearance, efficient temperature management system and scratch resistance, the smart forvision combines unique design with forward-looking innovations. BASF's intelligent paint systems have turned the concept vehicle to be presented by smart and BASF at the 2011 IAA into a stylish technology trendsetter. Painted in white, accentuated by the tridion safety ...
In Products and Applications - EPUJ 11-12 2011
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