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Polyurethanes 2008 Technical Conference - Conference and Hotel Reservations Open
Polyurethanes 2008 Technical Conference will take place September 29 - October 1, 2008 at the Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, Texas. Our technical conference is specifically tailored to meet the detailed needs of manufacturers and processor of polyurethane-based products in all the key industrial sectors. The program format selected for this conference is detailed presentations describing the latest research and technical developments for all important industry sectors. The posters selected for this conference will describe the latest technical developments for all important industry sectors.
key issues
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Reducing Fire Safety Concerns from Residential Furnishing Fires
- Residential furnishing fires are often blamed for fatalities in home fires. Educating the public on fire prevention, fire safety, the use of fire and smoke detectors and fire suppressant systems, and proper handling of potential ignition sources is an important element in avoiding fires. The specific analysis of the fire-related injury prevention is of particular interest to CPI when it comes to furthering its commitment to reducing injuries and deaths from residential furnishing fires.
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- 2006 Professional Development Programs
Multiple 100 level and 200 level polyurethane (PU) professional development programs are available including: Introduction to PU Chemistry; Introduction to PU Technology; Markets and Applications with a Brief Introduction to PU Chemistry; PU CASE; PU Raw Materials Testing, Specifications and Performance: The Myth and the Magic; Building Codes Introduction and Overview Relative to PU; EHS Issues of Aromatic Diisocyanates Relatives to PU; Physical Testing of PU Foams.
CPI
The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry of the American Chemistry Council promotes the sustainable growth of the polyurethane industry, in accordance with the principles of Responsible CareŽ, by identifying and managing issues that could impact the industry, in cooperation with user groups. Its members are U.S. producers or distributors of chemicals and equipment used to make polyurethane or are manufacturers of polyurethane products.
Did You Know?
Did you know that by using flexible polyurethane foam (FPF) in furniture, it allows curves in the arms and flexibility in designing the shape of the sides of the furniture?
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