R&D Magazine named products of The Dow Chemical Co. as finalists for the 2016 R&D 100 Awards, recognizing new product innovations introduced in 2015. Fifteen Dow technologies are among the 300 finalists, and three of these products are finalists in two categories.
Often referred to as the “Oscars of Invention,” the annual R&D 100 Awards celebrate the most significant technology inventions of the past year. Dow says it has once again been highlighted as a leading innovator with a wide range of solutions, from long-term metal packaging solutions for cans, to longer-lasting and reliable LED lighting, to innovations that curb tax fraud in petroleum product usage.
“Having 15 technologies recognized by R&D Magazine, including three from our Dow Corning subsidiary, is a testament to the strength and diversity of the Dow innovation engine,” said A.N. Sreeram, senior R&D vice president and chief technology officer. “Innovation is critical to our growth strategy and we are very excited to be expanding our innovation power as we integrate our capabilities and technology toolbox with that of Dow Corning to address critical world challenges.”
Dow technologies were developed as market-focused solutions, addressing key customer challenges in a more sustainable way. The Dow finalists were selected for exemplary accomplishments in either mechanical devices/materials, process/prototyping, or analytical testing categories, or special recognition awards.
Among the 15 nominations is the BETAFORCE 2817 Structural Adhesive, which joins composites and other dissimilar materials enabling innovative lightweight vehicle designs.
In 2015, seven Dow technologies were named R&D 100 award winners, receiving more awards than any other company that year. Dow Corning also received an award for its Silicone Adhesive Technology. This year’s winners will be announced at the annual black-tie awards dinner on November 3 in Washington, D.C.
