Dow and Dow Corning Launch New High-Performance Silicone Water Repellent, Present on Advances in FRC Protection at IIBCC 2016

Published Nov 07, 2016

Dow Construction Chemicals and Dow Corning High Performance Building Solutions introduced today new Dow Corning® IE 6686 Water Repellent, a next-generation, silicone-based microencapsulation/ emulsion for fiber-reinforced cement (FRC) admixtures that delivers excellent resistance to water uptake and efflorescence. The two Dow entities are also spotlighting pure acrylic emulsion polymers for FRC basecoats and topcoats that can be used together or as alternatives to silicone-based protection. Additionally, representatives from both organizations are delivering presentations on the latest developments in the advancement of acrylic and silicone-based solutions for protecting FRC siding, roofing and flooring.