Polyurethanes 2010 Technical Conference, In Partnership With UTECH North America

The Polyurethanes 2010 Technical Conference, in partnership with UTECH North America will take place on October 11-13, 2010 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.

Each year, the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry issues a Call For Papers and Call For Posters. Papers and posters may address breakthrough technology in polyurethane markets or chemistry, developing markets and product areas such as rigid foam insulation or coatings. Learn more...

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key issues

Targeted Polyurethane Educational Programs Needed
Education programs specific to the polyurethanes industry are often difficult to find outside of a university setting. Finding relevant, current and targeted polyurethanes information – whether someone is new to polyurethanes or an experienced handler of polyurethanes – can be a challenge for anyone within the industry.
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latest publications

Flexible Polyurethane Foams (FPFs) Used in Upholstered Furniture and Bedding
Technical bulletin that describes FPFs and its combustion characteristics, standards and regulations, and safety. 2008. (AX-239)
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About CPI

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry of the American Chemistry Council promotes the sustainable growth of the polyurethane industry, by identifying and managing issues that could impact the industry, in cooperation with user groups. Its members are U.S. producers or distributors of chemicals and equipment used to make polyurethane and manufacturers of polyurethane products.

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Did You Know?

Did you know that in 1973, the roller skate was improved and popularized by the introduction of the thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) wheel and later by the TPU boot? Today it is known as Rollerblade.


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