LONDON & MAASTRICHT, The Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Energy-saving thermal insulation to keep heat in buildings and maintain low temperatures in cold stores are among the many applications where ...

Dow Global Technologies LLC, a subsidiary of Midland-based Dow Chemical Co. (NYSE: DOW), Tuesday announced the invention and development of a new, high molecular weight brominated Polymeric Flame ...

Polystyrene foam insulation contains flame retardants to comply with European fire performance standards for construction products. HBCD has allowed PS foam insulation to meet these standards, but is ...

MIDLAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dow Global Technologies LLC (DGTL), a subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company (NYSE: DOW), today announced the invention and development of a new, high molecular weight ...

The California Building Standards Commission updated state building codes to allow for the use of flame retardant-free foam building insulation in below-grade applications. The change will permit foam ...

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How safe is bamboo against fire? The recent fatal fire incident in Hong Kong has sparked discussions over the use of bamboo ...

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is taking steps to require retrofitting in-service aircraft with more fire-resistant thermal-acoustic insulation. The move, outlined in a proposed rule ...