Dow
Dow is pleased to announce the production of VORANOL WK5750, an advanced polyether polyol, at its Freeport polyol plant. This move underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to enhancing application performance across various industries.
VORANOL WK5750 is designed to create soft and hypersoft foams, offering a significant improvement in comfort for products like mattresses, furniture, and automotive seating. Additionally, its ability to act as an effective cell opener extends its versatility, making it ideal for viscoelastic and high resiliency foam applications, delivering unmatched softness and durability.
“At Dow, we are dedicated to advancing flexible foam capabilities to meet the growing demand for high-performance viscoelastic and hypersoft foam solutions,” said Kevin Meyer, Associate Technical Service & Development Director at Dow. “By producing VORANOL WK5750 at our Freeport plant, we can provide our customers with innovative polyol solutions that align with their performance needs.”
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