Coalition for Epoxy Technology & Sustainability (CETS)
Colleen Stevens
Epoxy Uses and Benefits
Epoxy resins are used in a variety of industries such as renewable energy, building and construction, transportation, and food packaging, due to their resistance to thermal stress and water, which makes them particularly effective at preventing product degradation over time.
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- Food cans and other metal containers may be coated with epoxy resin linings made with BPA to help prevent direct food contact with metal, which helps protect food from contamination and spoilage.
- High-performance epoxy resins are used to make aircraft, cars, bicycles, boats, golf clubs, skis and snowboards durable, flexible and strong.
- Durable and decorative floorings, such as terrazzo flooring, chip flooring and colored aggregate flooring, are made from epoxy resins.