Hexion provides an extensive spectrum of melamine-based resins, spanning a wide range of applications. These resins find their place in decorative laminates, from countertops to laminate flooring, in the domain of composite wood products such as oriented strand board (OSB), and as enhancers in materials like textiles, tires, and paper. Our offerings include:
Unmethylated melamine formaldehyde resins represent robust, enduring, and versatile thermosetting polymers. These compounds boast strong fire and heat resistance. Coupled with our extensive formulating expertise, these resins adapt seamlessly to a broad array of system parameters. After curing, they become colorless, enduring, and resistant to solvents.
Typical applications include:
By introducing excess methanol into the manufacturing process, melamine resins undergo "methylation." This infusion of methoxymethyl functional groups elevates the melamine formaldehyde (MF) polymer, fostering exceptional stability even at high solids content. By varying the degree of methylation, Hexion is able to meet the requirements of a wide array of MF processes and applications, and deliver a range of benefits, including:
These benefits make our line of methylated melamine formaldehyde resins an excellent choice for use in:
Perfect for manufacture of oriented strand board (OSB) and fiberboard, Melamine Urea Formaldehyde (MUF) Resins play a vital role. These resins epitomize water resistance and superior durability.
Engineered for oriented strand boards, Melamine Urea Phenol Formaldehyde (MUPF) Resins undergo stringent formulation to meet the European OSB 3 qualifications.
