Polyurethane foam and methods of forming the same
A polyurethane foam with a polyether and polycaprolactone polyol composition achieves improved fire resistance and reduced dripping, addressing safety concerns through its unique glass transition peaks.
WO2026128309A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-06-18SAINT GOBAIN PERFORMANCE PLASTICS CORP
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SAINT GOBAIN PERFORMANCE PLASTICS CORP
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-18
AI Technical Summary
⚠Technical Problem
Polyurethane foams are prone to rapid fire growth and severe dripping during combustion due to their chemical and physical properties, posing safety concerns.
⚗Method used
A polyurethane foam formulation comprising a first polyol component with a polyether polyol and a second polyol component with polycaprolactone polyol, which results in a polyurethane foam with at least two glass transition peaks, enhancing resilience and safety performance.
🎯Benefits of technology
The formulation improves fire resistance and reduces dripping during combustion, providing enhanced safety characteristics.
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Abstract
A polyurethane foam may include a first polyol component, a second polyol component, and an isocyanate component. The first polyol component may include a polyether polyol component. The second polyol component may include a polycaprolactone polyol component. The polyurethane foam may have at least two glass transition (Tg) peaks.
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