Chemtura Launches New Adiprene(R) K One-Component Urethane Systems

Chemtura Corporation (NYSE: CEM), a world leader in urethanes, is launching its much-anticipated Adiprene® K one-component urethane systems at Rubber Expo, October 16 – 18 at the Cleveland Convention Center. Adiprene® K One–Component Urethanes offer a host of time/cost-saving benefits: No weighing or mixing Eliminate most capital equipment for mixing and metering Less scrap from weighing and mixing errors Reduced exposure to isocyanates and amine curatives Virtually unlimited potlife, allowing very large or intricate pours Quick demolding times, for improved productivity in small and/or thin parts The new Adiprene® K family of one-component urethane systems can provide processing advantages for applications ranging from abrasion-resistant elastomeric coatings to large, higher-hardness components. This versatility offers new levels of consistency and speed, opening up a whole new universe of possibilities for urethanes customers. Adiprene® K is made possible by a unique blocked curative composed of a methylene dianiline-NaCl (MDA3-NaCl) complex. "Historically, MDA3-NaCl has been utilized with conventional prepolymers for thin articles and remains a valuable tool for these applications,” reports Chemtura Commercial Development Manager, Chris Maupin. "However, recent developments with low free monomer prepolymers and the blocked curative provide a foundation for developing new urethane product opportunities.” Customers seeking data sheets on the Adiprene® K family should visit Chemtura Urethanes at Rubber Expo booth # 1106 or e-mail Christopher.Maupin@Chemtura.com. Please visit www.chemtura.com.