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Dow Chemical Opens Turbine Blade Adhesive Plant




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The Dow Chemical Company announced it has completed construction of a plant that makes epoxy for wind turbine blades.wind turbines

The facility is in Roberta, Ga and is expected to be fully on line July 1, 2011.  Material is for both the US and  export markets.

 "“Epoxy adhesives play a critical role in the fabrication, performance and durability of wind turbine blades ... toughness and durability to withstand the extreme loads a wind turbine blade is subjected to throughout its service life.” "

 

 

Via:  Plastic News Link

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Posted by Green Dude on May 27, 2011 05:12 AM | |





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