Dow has announced the production of VORANOL™ WK5750, an advanced polyether polyol, at its Freeport polyol plant, underscoring the company's commitment to high-performance applications. Designed for superior comfort, VORANOL™ WK5750 is poised to revolutionize the foam industry, particularly in mattresses and furniture, by producing soft and hypersoft foams. Its unique formulation also enables its use as a powerful cell opener, expanding its application to viscoelastic and high-resiliency foam products, where softness and durability are critical.

This polyol plays a crucial role in specialty slabstock flexible foam applications, delivering several key benefits. VORANOL™ WK5750 features enhanced reactivity, which supports superior cross-linking across a wide range of uses. Its optimal viscosity, ranging from 1000-1500 cSt at 25°C, strikes the perfect balance between ease of processing and high-quality performance. Additionally, it maintains a high standard of purity, with a maximum water content of just 0.06 Wt %, ensuring consistency and reliability. The product also meets stringent aesthetic standards, with a color specification of 50 APHA, preserving the visual appeal of foam products.

Kevin Meyer, Associate Technical Service & Development Director at Dow, emphasized the company’s dedication to advancing flexible foam technology. “As our customers seek increasingly high-performance solutions for viscoelastic and hypersoft foam applications, we are focused on enhancing capabilities,” Meyer stated. “By manufacturing VORANOL™ WK5750 at our Freeport facility, we can offer innovative polyol solutions that meet our customers' exacting performance requirements.”

The production of VORANOL™ WK5750 at the Freeport plant marks a significant milestone for Dow, enabling the company to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the flexible foam market. With its superior properties and broad application potential, VORANOL™ WK5750 is set to play a key role in advancing the comfort and performance of foam-based products across multiple industries.

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