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Domenech Hermanos Makes Play for Artificial Turf with Polyurethane Backing from Dow
United Kingdom - January 15, 2007 Domenech Hermanos is teaming up with The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) to produce artificial turf made with polyurethane backing systems. Located in Muro de Alcoy, Spain, Domenech Hermanos is turning to polyurethane for its turf backings to offer its customers a distinctive and improved product. A leading force in the development of innovative turf solutions, Dow develops polyurethane backing technology that’s designed to create a high-performance playing field. Backing systems made with Dow polyurethane technology help artificial turf stand up to tough conditions, while supporting athletes in play. DOW™ ENFORCER™ Sport polyurethane backing system delivers excellent tuft bind and dimensional stability, even when the playing field is continually wet. It effectively locks the fibres in place to the backing, allowing for improved durability and longer life. Plus it minimizes the possibility of distortion and shrinkage. The outcome is a uniform and predictable playing surface that will help retain its appearance for years to come. In addition to the excellent physical properties of the turf product, Dow polyurethane systems offer Domenech Hermanos benefits including: speed of production, rapid curing and low coating weight. Manufactured by Hansa Industrie-Mixer of Heiligenrode, Germany, the equipment used to mix Dow’s polyurethane is being used on Domenech Hermanos’ own coating line. The mixing machine is simple to operate, allowing the manufacturer to easily apply both the polyurethane pre-coat and the cushion for artificial turf. By acquiring this new equipment, Domenech Hermanos can improve the quality of their turf, without needing to build additional manufacturing facilities. While it does require an upfront capital investment, the polyurethane process offers energy savings and the potential for increased operating capacity. In addition, polyurethane dries quickly by curing rather than by water evaporation, thereby increasing the manufacturer’s production capacity. While polyurethane requires more control and care in the mixing process, it is simple to apply to the turf, makes little mess, and is easy to keep clean. “We are thrilled to be working with Domenech Hermanos to produce a high-quality polyurethane backing system for artificial turf,” said Peter Mackey, Dow European business development manager for PU Flooring. “This partnership allows us to effectively reach Southern Europe’s artificial turf market.” To find out more about Dow polyurethane technology, visit the company online at www.dowartificialturf.com. For more information on Domenech Hermanos, go to www.domher.com. And for more information on Hansa Industrie-Mixer, go to www.hansa-mixer.de. Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of science and technology to improve living daily. The Company offers a broad range of innovative products and services to customers in more than 175 countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. Built on a commitment to its principles of sustainability, Dow has annual sales of $46 billion and employs 42,000 people worldwide. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted. ®™* Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow") or an affiliated company of Dow For Editorial Information: Peter Mackey Janet Hansen Shawn Zwilling |
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