22 September 2016
is a comprehensive portfolio of
acrylic, epoxy, polyolefin
and polyurethane based
adhesives, binders, coatings and dispersions
for diverse applications in
automotive, building and construction,
consumer durables, packaging,
textiles and hygiene markets.
The portfolio is accessed through multiple businesses
within Dow to optimize technology depth
and market connection, yet leverages
expertise across businesses,
through our vision of Science that Connects.
for Packaging, Textiles and Hygiene
is part of
Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics,
based on leading technologies and expertise for
lamination, coating and bonding
in packaging applications including films, tapes and labels,
in binding applications, and
in hygiene and medical applications
DETAILS
The Dow Chemical Company’s (NYSE: DOW)
Packaging and Specialty Plastics (P&SP) business
opened its first Pack Studios
focused on laminating adhesive in North America,
which is the Company’s
seventh Pack Studios location globally.
This announcement follows
the opening of Pack Studios Singapore in August.
Pack Studios Ringwood is aimed at
accelerating a range of plastics applications
including laminating adhesives projects
through a global network of laboratories,
technical experts and testing equipment;
Through Pack Studios Ringwood, Dow looks
to bring forward developments
to advance the laminating adhesives industry
through cost reduction and reduced cycle time
on fabrication, prototyping and testing.
Here, visitors will be able to work on-site
with Dow’s dedicated technical teams and network
of industry experts in
laminating adhesive application,
materials and
design.
Key capabilities include:
- Industry-scale equipment, including
Nordmeccanica Super Combi 3000 laminator line - Rapid prototyping and modeling technologies
of laminating adhesives
for faster innovation and product development - Application testing capabilities
Dow’s Pack Studios enable
a collaborative innovation process
that helps customers deliver faster
and more efficient commercialization
of new and improved products.
Pack Studios Ringwood is founded on
Dow’s strong legacy of materials science.
It joins the ranks of six established Pack Studios facilities in
Freeport, Texas, USA;
Horgen, Switzerland;
São Paulo, Brazil;
Shanghai, China;
Mozzate, Italy; and
Singapore.
The Ringwood, Illinois facility will continue
to connect customers with
Dow’s global network capabilities and expertise
across the value chain - including
resins, lamination,
packaging design,
converting, and prototyping.
For further information, please contact:
Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics
Sarah Blodgett
+1 989 636 9323
SSBlodgett@dow.com
Eddie Keels
+1 281 966 4688
EKeels@dow.com
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