Hear about advances in façade engineering design and glass
performance in demanding applications
MIDLAND, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dow will showcase silicone innovation and a range of complementary
technologies designed to further enhance the integrity, system
performance and life cycle of glass facades during Glass Performance
Days (GPD), from June 26 to 28 in Tampere, Finland. Dow’s experts in
high performance building will speak at six technical sessions and
highlight new enabling silicone materials for modern glass facades,
which will also be on display at booth #23.
“Dow continues to innovate and expand its broad portfolio of organic and
silicone technologies, enabling industry partners to meet regulatory and
client led project goals and architectural vision for increasingly
sustainable and functional glass designs, without compromising
aesthetics,” said Markus Plettau, marketing manager EMEA for High
Performance Building. “We are excited to be introducing Dow silicones
and more at GPD, which not only opens up a world of opportunity for new
applications but seeks to complement and enhance the performance of
existing façade technology systems.’
Innovation highlights
Attendees are invited to meet our experts and find out how Dow has
addressed specific needs in relation to energy efficiency and color
aesthetics of high-performance insulating glass:
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When used in warm edge designs, DOWSIL™ 3364 Warm Edge IG Sealant can
improve the overall façade UCW value by up to 5% and
can increase surface temperatures in critical areas by up to 1°C
when compared to standard insulating glass silicones, without changing
the overall curtain wall design. -
New DOWSIL™ 335 Butyl Primary Sealant Special Black has high
temperature resistance and is color matched to selected DOWSIL™
secondary silicones to offer a homogenous appearance and improved
aesthetics at the glass edge. -
Another highlight will be Dow’s crystal clear film adhesive DOWSIL™
Transparent Structural Silicone Adhesive (TSSA), used to fix a 3D
curved glass façade to create invisibly fixed glass shapes without
drilling – for a sleek and flush façade skin, a contribution to
aesthetics and design freedom.
These state-of-the-art materials and glass designs, which help meet the
escalating trends for enhanced façade aesthetics, will be on display for
visitors at the Dow booth.
Dow will showcase the exciting evolution of our crystal-clear
silicone range, such as a flexible transparent spacer and liquid
silicone technology that offers an easy and efficient production process
to realize decorative glass lamination.
Regarding future developments, we will present an insight into our 3D
printable liquid silicone technologies for connecting and sealing
construction parts together – an innovative way to help architects
realize designs with complex geometries and technically challenging
details.
For more information on the participation of Dow’s experts to the GPD
conference program, please visit consumer.dow.com/gpd
or visit https://gpd.fi
to register.
About Dow High Performance Building
Dow High Performance Building, part of Dow Consumer Solutions,
collaborates with industry professionals around the world to develop
solutions to enhance design and aesthetics, increase durability, advance
the energy efficiency of buildings, and improve the health and safety of
building occupants. Taking a holistic approach, Dow brings together
expertise from across the company to help customers find solutions to a
wide range of high-performance building challenges. Featuring DOWSIL™
brand products Dow’s high-performance building solutions include proven
materials for structural and protective glazing, weatherproofing,
insulating glass, window and door fabrication, and building materials
protection, as well as innovations for high-efficiency insulation, LED
lighting, thermal management systems, and the incorporation of
photovoltaic cells and solar panels into building design. Visit consumer.dow.com/construction
to learn more.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines one of the broadest technology sets in the
industry with asset integration, focused innovation and global scale to
achieve profitable growth and become the most innovative, customer
centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company. Dow’s
portfolio of performance materials, industrial intermediates and
plastics businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated
science-based products and solutions for our customers in high-growth
segments, such as packaging, infrastructure and consumer care. Dow
operates 113 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs
approximately 37,000 people. Dow delivered pro forma sales of
approximately $50 billion in 2018.
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Contacts
Valeria Perazzini
Dow Consumer Solutions
Phone:
+41-44.728.30.53
[email protected]
