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BASF Polyurethanes - Product Development



State-of-the-Art Product Development Resources


In addition to our "off-the-shelf" solutions, BASF Polyurethanes continues to develop new chemistry and evaluate new process technology. Whether you're looking for the right material for an innovative new product or ways to improve the physical properties and performance of an existing one, our product development facilities in the US and Canada are available to help you find the right solution.

Experienced People. Innovative Technologies.

Each facility is staffed by an experienced team of chemical engineers who work closely with our application experts to help you find a solution that meets your specific needs as well as innovative new products and technologies related to:
  • Blowing agents for rigid foams
  • Low VOC formulations
  • Spray and cast elastomers
  • Adhesives and sealants
  • Composites
  • Highly-filled polyurethane systems

Equipped for Your Success

We've also made major investments in equipment which allows us to support and augment our customers' product development efforts. From high-pressure equipment for low density foams to a robotic arm and high-pressure wand for spray elastomer applications, we maintain equipment for a variety of applications:
  • High-pressure
  • Low-pressure
  • Spray applications
  • High-solid content formulations
  • Autofroth

Global Research and Development Support

In addition to our North American product development centers, we draw on BASF's global research and development centers in Germany which are constantly working on new ways to improve the properties and delivery of our chemicals, and producing a steady stream of innovations for BASF customers worldwide.