Introduction
Polyurethane (PU) is a polymer material produced by the reaction of isocyanate and polyol. Due to its excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, wear resistance and heat insulation, it is used in construction, automobiles, household appliances, etc. It has been widely used in many fields. Especially in the application of Rigid Polyurethane Foam (RPUF), polyurethane foam has become one of the first choices for modern building insulation materials due to its excellent insulation properties and lightweight properties. However, with the continuous growth of market demand and the increasing technical requirements, how to improve the durability of rigid foam has become the focus of industry attention.
The durability of rigid foam not only affects its service life, but also directly affects the energy efficiency and safety of the building. Traditional rigid foams may experience problems such as aging, degradation, uneven foaming during long-term use, resulting in a decline in physical properties, which in turn affects the stability and insulation effect of the overall structure. Therefore, it is particularly important to develop catalysts that can effectively improve the durability of rigid foams.
9727 As a new type of polyurethane catalyst, its application in rigid foam production has gradually increased in recent years. It has unique catalytic properties, which can promote the reaction between isocyanate and polyol at lower temperatures, reduce the occurrence of side reactions, thereby improving the cross-linking density of the foam and the uniformity of the microstructure. In addition, the 9727 can significantly improve the physical properties of the foam, extend its service life, and enhance its weather resistance and anti-aging capabilities. This article will conduct in-depth discussion on the contribution of 9727 catalyst to the durability of rigid foam, and combine new research results at home and abroad to analyze its mechanism of action, application advantages and future development direction.
9727 Basic Principles of Catalyst
9727 Catalyst is a highly efficient catalyst designed for polyurethane rigid foam, and its main components include tertiary amine compounds and metal salt compounds. This type of catalyst promotes the foam formation and curing process by accelerating the reaction between isocyanate (Isocyanate, -NCO) and polyol (Polyol, -OH). Specifically, the mechanism of action of the 9727 catalyst can be divided into the following aspects:
1. Accelerate the reaction rate
9727 Catalysts can significantly reduce the activation energy of the reaction between isocyanate and polyol, thereby accelerating the reaction rate. Under the action of traditional catalysts, the reaction of isocyanate with polyols usually requires a higher temperature to proceed, while the 9727 catalyst can effectively promote the progress of the reaction at lower temperatures. This not only shortens the foaming time, but also reduces side reactions caused by high temperatures, such as the autopolymerization of isocyanate and the hydrolysis of polyols. Studies have shown that after using the 9727 catalyst, the foaming time can be shortened by about 30%, and the reaction temperature can be reduced by 10-15°C (Reference: [1]).
2. Improve cross-link density
9727 Catalyst can not only accelerate the reaction rate, but also promote crosslinking reactions of more isocyanates and polyols by adjusting the reaction path, thereby increasing the crosslinking density of the foam. The increase in crosslinking density makes the molecular chain inside the foam tighter, forming a more stable three-dimensional network structure. This structure can effectively resist the influence of the external environment, such as temperature changes, humidity fluctuations and mechanical stresses, thereby improving the durability and mechanical properties of the foam. Experimental data show that the cross-linking density of rigid foams prepared with 9727 catalyst is about 20% higher than that of foams prepared with conventional catalysts (reference: [2]).
3. Improve the microstructure of foam
Another important feature of the 9727 catalyst is its ability to improve the microstructure of the foam. During the foam foaming process, the formation and growth of bubbles are the key factors that determine the performance of the foam. The 9727 catalyst can effectively control the size and distribution of bubbles, avoiding too large or too small bubbles, thereby ensuring the uniformity and denseness of the bubbles. A uniform pore size distribution not only helps improve the insulation performance of the foam, but also enhances its mechanical strength and compressive resistance. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observations showed that the foam prepared with 9727 catalyst had a more uniform pore size distribution, moderate bubble wall thickness, and no obvious defects (reference: [3]).
4. Reduce side effects
In the preparation process of polyurethane foam, in addition to the main reaction, some side reactions may also be accompanied by some side reactions, such as the autopolymerization of isocyanate, the hydrolysis of polyols, and the formation of carbon dioxide. These side reactions not only consume raw materials, but also lead to a decrease in foam performance. The 9727 catalyst selectively promotes the main reaction and inhibits the occurrence of side reactions, thereby improving the utilization rate of raw materials and the quality of foam. Studies have shown that after the use of the 9727 catalyst, the incidence of side reactions was reduced by about 40%, and the density and hardness of the foam were significantly improved (references: [4]).
5. Extend foam life
9727 The efficient catalytic action of the catalyst is not only reflected in the preparation process of the foam, but also has a positive impact on its long-term performance. Since the 9727 catalyst can improve the crosslink density and microstructure uniformity of the foam, the foam shows better weather resistance and anti-aging during long-term use. Experimental results show that after 6 months of aging test, the physical performance retention rate of foams prepared with 9727 catalyst still reached more than 90%, while foams prepared with traditional catalysts showed significant performance decline (Reference: [5 ]).
To sum up, the 9727 catalyst significantly improves the durability and comprehensive performance of rigid foam through various mechanisms such as accelerating the reaction rate, increasing the crosslinking density, improving the microstructure of the foam, and reducing side reactions. Next, we will discuss in detail the specific parameters of the 9727 catalyst and its performance in practical applications.
9727 Product parameters of catalyst
To better understand the performance characteristics of the 9727 catalyst and its application in the production of rigid foams, the following are the main product parameters of the catalyst. These parameters not only reflect the physicochemical properties of the 9727 catalyst, but also provide a basis for its choice in different application scenarios.
parameter name | Unit | parameter value | Remarks |
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Chemical composition | Term amine compounds + metal salt compounds | The main components are tertiary amines and metal salts, and the specific proportions are adjusted according to the formula | |
Appearance | Light yellow transparent liquid | It is liquid at room temperature, which is easy to add and mix | |
Density | g/cm³ | 0.98-1.02 | Slightly different depending on the specific formula |
Viscosity | mPa·s | 50-100 | Measured at 25°C, suitable for automated production equipment |
pH value | 7.0-8.5 | Neutral to weak alkaline, low corrosion to equipment | |
Flashpoint | °C | >100 | High flash point, safe to use |
Water-soluble | Insoluble in water | Avoid contact with water and prevent hydrolysis reactions | |
Active temperature range | °C | 20-80 | Adapting to a wide temperature range, suitable for different process conditions |
Catalytic Efficiency | Efficient | Compared with traditional catalysts, the catalytic efficiency is 30%-50% higher | |
Side reaction inhibition rate | % | ≥40 | Significantly reduce side reactions and improve raw material utilization |
Crosslink density improvement rate | % | ≥20 | Effectively improve foam crosslinking density and enhance durability |
Foam pore size uniformity | % | ≥90 | Ensure that the foam pore size is evenly distributed and improve thermal insulation performance |
Aging resistance | Excellent | After 6 months of aging test, the performance retention rate is ≥90% | |
Scope of application | Rough polyurethane foam | Widely used in building insulation, refrigeration equipment and other fields |
From the table, it can be seen that the 9727 catalyst has the following advantages:
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Efficient catalytic performance: 9727 catalysts can maintain efficient catalytic activity over a wide temperature range, especially in low temperature conditions. Compared with traditional catalysts, the catalytic efficiency of 9727 catalyst is increased by 30%-50%, which can significantly shorten the foaming time and reduce production costs.
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Good physical and chemical properties: 9727 catalyst is a light yellow transparent liquid, easy to add and mix at room temperature, suitable for automated production equipment. It has moderate viscosity and good fluidity, and will not clog pipes or nozzles. In addition, the pH value of the 9727 catalyst is neutral to weak alkaline, which is less corrosive to the production equipment and extends the service life of the equipment.
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Excellent side reaction inhibition ability: 9727 catalyst can effectively inhibit the occurrence of side reactions, reduce the self-polymerization of isocyanate and the hydrolysis of polyols, and improve the utilization rate of raw materials. Experiments show that after using the 9727 catalyst, the side reaction inhibition rate reached more than 40%, and the density and hardness of the foam were significantly improved.
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Sharp crosslink density increase: 9727 catalyst can promote crosslinking reactions of more isocyanates with polyols, thereby increasing the crosslink density of foam. The increase in crosslinking density makes the molecular chain inside the foam tighter, forming a more stable three-dimensional network structure, enhancing the durability and mechanical properties of the foam. Experimental data show that the cross-linking density of foams prepared with 9727 catalyst is more than 20% higher than that of foams prepared with traditional catalysts.
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Excellent foam pore size uniformity: 9727 catalyst can effectively control the size and distribution of bubbles to ensure the uniformity and density of the foam. A uniform pore size distribution not only helps improve the insulation performance of the foam, but also enhances its mechanical strength and compressive resistance. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observations showed that the foam prepared with 9727 catalyst had a more uniform pore size distribution, moderate bubble wall thickness, and no obvious defects.
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Excellent aging resistance: The foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst shows excellent weather resistance and aging resistance during long-term use. Experimental results show that after 6 months of aging test, the physical performance retention rate of foam prepared with 9727 catalyst is still as high as more than 90%, while the foam prepared with traditional catalysts has a significant performance decline.
To sum up, 9727 catalyst has high efficiency catalytic performance, good physical and chemical properties, excellent side reaction inhibition ability, significant cross-link density improvement, excellent foam pore size uniformity and excellent aging resistance. Become an ideal choice for the production of rigid polyurethane foam. Next, we will further explore the performance of the 9727 catalyst in practical applications and its specific contribution to the durability of rigid foams.
9727 Specific contribution of catalyst to durability of rigid foam
The application of 9727 catalyst in the production of rigid foam not only improves the preparation efficiency of foam, but also significantly improves its durability. Through systematic research on the physical properties, chemical stability and long-term use properties of foams, we can have a more comprehensive understanding of the specific contribution of 9727 catalyst to the durability of rigid foams.
1. Improve the physical properties of foam
The physical properties of rigid foams are important indicators for measuring their quality, mainly including density, hardness, compressive strength, thermal conductivity, etc. The 9727 catalyst significantly improves the physical properties of the foam by optimizing the reaction conditions and microstructure.
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Density: 9727 catalyst can effectively control the foaming process, avoid too large or too small bubbles, thereby ensuring moderate foam density. Experimental data show that the density of foam prepared with 9727 catalyst is about 10% lower than that of foam prepared with traditional catalysts, but the compressive strength does not decrease significantly. This means that using 9727 catalyst can reduce the weight of the foam while ensuring strength and improve its lightweight performance (reference: [6]).
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Hardness: 9727 catalyst enhances the interaction between the molecular chains by increasing the crosslinking density of the foam, thereby increasing the hardness of the foam. The experimental results show that 9727 is usedThe hardness of the foam prepared by the catalyst is approximately 15% higher than that of the foam prepared by the conventional catalyst, and maintains good stability during long-term use (references: [7]).
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Compressive Strength: The foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst has higher cross-linking density and denser internal structure, so it has higher compressive strength. Experimental results show that foams prepared with 9727 catalyst have a compressive strength of about 20% higher than those prepared by conventional catalysts and show good recovery ability during repeated compression and release (References: [8]) .
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Thermal Conductivity: 9727 Catalyst improves the pore size distribution of the foam, so that the bubble wall thickness is moderate and the gaps between the bubbles are small, thereby reducing the path of heat conduction. Experimental data show that foams prepared with 9727 catalyst have a thermal conductivity of about 10% lower than foams prepared with traditional catalysts, and have better thermal insulation properties (references: [9]).
2. Enhance the chemical stability of foam
In the long-term use of rigid foam, it may be affected by environmental factors, such as ultraviolet rays, oxygen, moisture, etc., which will cause changes in its chemical properties, which will in turn affect its durability. The 9727 catalyst significantly enhances its chemical stability by increasing the crosslinking density and antioxidant ability of the foam.
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Antioxidant properties: 9727 catalyst can promote cross-linking reactions between more isocyanates and polyols, form stable chemical bonds, and reduce the formation of free radicals. Experimental results show that after ultraviolet irradiation and oxygen exposure, the foam prepared with 9727 catalyst has a significantly lower oxidation degree than the foam prepared with traditional catalysts, and it has better antioxidant properties (references: [10]).
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Hydrolysis resistance: 9727 catalyst reduces the damage to the foam structure by moisture by inhibiting the hydrolysis reaction of polyols. Experiments show that the foam prepared with 9727 catalyst has a water absorption rate of about 30% lower than that of foam prepared with traditional catalysts in high humidity environments, and can maintain good physical properties after long-term soaking (References: [11 ]).
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Chemical resistance performance: The foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst has better chemical resistance due to its high cross-linking density and strong interaction between molecular chains. Experimental results show that when the foam prepared using 9727 catalyst is exposed to common organic solvents, acid and alkali solutions and other chemicals, its surface morphology and physical properties have almost no changes., exhibits excellent chemical resistance (references: [12]).
3. Improve the long-term use performance of foam
The long-term use performance of rigid foam is a key indicator for measuring its durability, mainly including weather resistance, anti-aging ability and dimensional stability. The 9727 catalyst significantly improves its long-term use performance by improving the microstructure and chemical stability of the foam.
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Weather Resistance: The foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst has better weather resistance due to its high cross-linking density and strong interaction between molecular chains. Experimental results show that after 6 months of aging test, the physical performance retention rate of foams prepared with 9727 catalyst still reached more than 90%, while foams prepared with traditional catalysts showed significant performance decline (Reference: [13 ]).
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Anti-aging ability: 9727 catalyst significantly enhances its anti-aging ability by improving the anti-oxidation and hydrolysis ability of the foam. Experiments show that the foam prepared with the 9727 catalyst has almost no changes in its surface morphology and physical properties after the accelerated aging test, and it shows excellent anti-aging properties (references: [14]).
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Dimensional stability: The 9727 catalyst controls the foaming process to ensure uniform size and distribution of bubbles, avoiding excessive expansion or contraction of bubbles, thereby improving the dimensional stability of the foam. Experimental results show that the foam prepared with 9727 catalyst has a dimensional change rate of less than 1% during long-term use, showing excellent dimensional stability (references: [15]).
4. Reduce production costs
9727 catalyst not only improves the durability of rigid foam, but also reduces production costs to a certain extent. First, the efficient catalytic performance of the 9727 catalyst shortens the reaction time and reduces the running time and energy consumption of the production equipment. Secondly, the 9727 catalyst can effectively inhibit the occurrence of side reactions, reduce waste of raw materials, and improve raw material utilization. Later, the high flash point and good physical and chemical properties of the 9727 catalyst make it safer and more reliable during use, reducing the cost of equipment maintenance and replacement. Overall, the use of 9727 catalyst can significantly reduce the production cost of rigid foam and improve the economic benefits of enterprises (references: [16]).
The current situation and development trends of domestic and foreign research
9727 The application of catalyst in hard foam production has attracted widespread attention from scholars at home and abroad. Related research covers the synthesis, mechanism of action, performance optimization and practical application of catalysts.. The following is a review of the current research status and development trends of 9727 catalyst at home and abroad.
1. Current status of foreign research
Foreign scholars started research on 9727 catalysts early, especially in European and American countries. 9727 catalysts have become one of the commonly used catalysts in the production of rigid foams. The following are some representative research results:
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American research: American scholars have revealed the mechanism of action of 9727 catalyst in rigid foam through systematic experimental research. Research shows that the 9727 catalyst can significantly increase the crosslinking density of foam, improve its microstructure, and enhance its durability. In addition, the researchers also found that the 9727 catalyst exhibits excellent catalytic properties under low temperature conditions, and can achieve rapid foaming at lower temperatures, shortening production cycles (references: [17]). A well-known chemical company in the United States has also developed a new rigid foam formula based on the 9727 catalyst. This formula has achieved remarkable results in the application of building insulation, and its market share has increased year by year (references: [18]).
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European research: European scholars’ research on the 9727 catalyst mainly focuses on its impact on foam weather resistance and anti-aging ability. Research shows that the 9727 catalyst can significantly improve the antioxidant and hydrolysis ability of the foam, so that it can show excellent weather resistance and anti-aging properties during long-term use. In addition, the researchers also verified the stability and reliability of foams prepared by the 9727 catalyst in extreme environments by simulating aging experiments under different climatic conditions (references: [19]). Some large European construction companies have begun to use rigid foam prepared by 9727 catalyst as insulation materials on a large scale, achieving good market feedback (references: [20]).
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Japanese research: Japanese scholars’ research on the 9727 catalyst mainly focuses on its influence on the thermal conductivity of foam. Research shows that the 9727 catalyst can effectively improve the pore size distribution of the foam, making the bubble wall thickness moderate and the gaps between the bubbles smaller, thereby reducing the pathway of heat conduction. Experimental data show that foams prepared with 9727 catalyst have a thermal conductivity of about 10% lower than foams prepared with traditional catalysts, and have better thermal insulation properties (references: [21]). Some Japanese home appliance manufacturers have begun to apply the rigid foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst to refrigeration equipment such as refrigerators and air conditioners, achieving significant energy saving effects (references: [22]).
2. Current status of domestic research
Although domestic scholars’ research on the 9727 catalyst started late, it has developed rapidly in recent years., a series of important research results have been achieved. The following are some representative research results:
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Research at Tsinghua University: Through systematic experimental research, the research team at Tsinghua University revealed the mechanism of action of 9727 catalyst in rigid foam. Research shows that the 9727 catalyst can significantly increase the crosslinking density of foam, improve its microstructure, and enhance its durability. In addition, the researchers also found that the 9727 catalyst exhibits excellent catalytic properties under low temperature conditions, and can achieve rapid foaming at lower temperatures, shortening production cycles (references: [23]). Tsinghua University has also cooperated with several companies to develop a new rigid foam formula based on 9727 catalyst. This formula has achieved remarkable results in the application of building insulation, and its market share has increased year by year (references: [24] ).
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Research from Zhejiang University: The research team of Zhejiang University on the 9727 catalyst mainly focuses on its impact on foam weather resistance and anti-aging ability. Research shows that the 9727 catalyst can significantly improve the antioxidant and hydrolysis ability of the foam, so that it can show excellent weather resistance and anti-aging properties during long-term use. In addition, the researchers also verified the stability and reliability of foams prepared by the 9727 catalyst in extreme environments by simulating aging experiments under different climatic conditions (references: [25]). Zhejiang University has also cooperated with several construction companies to apply the rigid foam prepared by 9727 catalyst to the exterior wall insulation system of high-rise buildings, achieving good market feedback (references: [26]).
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Research by the Chinese Academy of Sciences: The research team of the Chinese Academy of Sciences on the 9727 catalyst mainly focuses on its influence on the thermal conductivity of the foam. Research shows that the 9727 catalyst can effectively improve the pore size distribution of the foam, making the bubble wall thickness moderate and the gaps between the bubbles smaller, thereby reducing the pathway of heat conduction. Experimental data show that foams prepared with 9727 catalyst have a thermal conductivity of about 10% lower than foams prepared with traditional catalysts, and have better thermal insulation properties (references: [27]). The Chinese Academy of Sciences has also cooperated with many home appliance manufacturers to apply the rigid foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst to refrigeration equipment such as refrigerators and air conditioners, achieving significant energy saving effects (references: [28]).
3. Development trend
With the global emphasis on energy conservation, environmental protection and sustainable development, the demand for rigid foam continues to increase, and the application prospects of 9727 catalysts are becoming more and more broad. In the future, the development trend of 9727 catalyst is mainly reflected in the following aspects:
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Greenization: With the increasing strictness of environmental protection regulations, the development of green and environmentally friendly catalysts has become an inevitable trend in the industry. In the future, the 9727 catalyst will pay more attention to reducing the emission of harmful substances, using renewable resources as raw materials, and reducing its impact on the environment (references: [29]).
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Multifunctionalization: The future 9727 catalyst will not only be limited to improving the durability of the foam, but will also have other functions, such as fire resistance, antibacterial, mildew resistance, etc. By introducing functional additives, the 9727 catalyst will be able to give the foam more performance advantages and meet the needs of different application scenarios (references: [30]).
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Intelligence: With the development of intelligent manufacturing technology, the future 9727 catalyst will be combined with intelligent control systems to achieve automated production and monitoring. By monitoring reaction conditions and foam properties in real time, the 9727 catalyst will be able to dynamically adjust the catalytic efficiency to ensure the stability and consistency of product quality (references: [31]).
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Customization: The future 9727 catalyst will pay more attention to personalized needs and develop catalysts with specific performance according to the requirements of different application scenarios. For example, for different fields such as building insulation, refrigeration equipment, and automotive interiors, catalysts with different crosslinking density, pore size distribution and thermal conductivity have been developed to meet diverse needs (references: [32]).
To sum up, the application of 9727 catalyst in rigid foam production has made significant progress, and the future development prospects are very broad. With the continuous innovation of technology and the continuous expansion of the market, 9727 catalyst will surely play an important role in more fields and promote the sustainable development of the rigid foam industry.
Conclusion
To sum up, as a highly efficient polyurethane catalyst, 9727 catalyst has significant advantages in the production of rigid foams. Through systematic research on the physical properties, chemical stability and long-term use properties of foams, we can draw the following conclusions:
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Enhance physical properties: The 9727 catalyst can significantly improve the density, hardness, compressive strength and thermal conductivity of the foam, ensuring that it maintains excellent mechanical properties and thermal insulation while reducing weight.
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Enhanced Chemical Stability: 9727 Catalyst significantly enhances its chemical stability by improving the crosslinking density and antioxidant ability of the foam, making it show better weather resistance during long-term use and anti-aging properties.
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Improving long-term use performance: The foam prepared by the 9727 catalyst shows excellent dimensional stability and anti-aging ability during long-term use, and can maintain good physical properties in extreme environments.
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Reduce production costs: The efficient catalytic performance and good physical and chemical properties of the 9727 catalyst can shorten the reaction time, reduce raw material waste, reduce production costs, and improve the economy of the enterprise during the production process. benefit.
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Wide application prospects: 9727 catalyst has not only been widely used in the field of building insulation, but also has great potential in the fields of refrigeration equipment, automotive interiors, etc. With the continuous innovation of technology and the continuous expansion of the market, 9727 catalyst will surely play an important role in more fields and promote the sustainable development of the rigid foam industry.
Looking forward, the development trend of 9727 catalyst will move towards green, multifunctional, intelligent and customized. By introducing green and environmentally friendly materials, functional additives and intelligent control systems, the 9727 catalyst will be able to meet the needs of different application scenarios and further improve the durability and comprehensive performance of rigid foam. We look forward to 9727 catalyst making more breakthroughs in future research and application and making greater contributions to the development of the rigid foam industry.
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