Classification of polyols
Polyols for flexible slabstock foam
Application:
- furniture industry
- various types of mattresses
- protective packaging
- domestic items, e.g., washing sponges
- cushion and pillows
- acoustic insulation
Polyols for flexible moulded foam
Application:
- automotive industry (interior parts, seats, dividing sections, roof linings, internal sound insulation)
- furniture industry (furniture components, office furniture)
- flooring (mats , coverings)
Polyols for rigid foam
Application:
- refrigeration industry (refrigerators, industrial cold stores, refrigerated transport vehicles)
- building industry (panels, showers, pour-in-place coatings, single component sealing spray foam e.g. window installation)
- lagging insulation (pipe in pipe type)
- polyurethane systems components(various applications)
Specialty polyols
Application:
- production of elastomers
- hydraulic and sealing fluids;
- adhesives, impregnations
- shoe industry (soles)
- dispersants, e.g., for pigments
- artificial leather
