Furan-derived compounds and their use in epoxy coatings (RFT-775)
                    
                    
					Invention Summary
Diol compounds derived from furan, along with their epoxy-functional derivatives, can be synthesized and used either individually or in mixtures to create cured coatings. Coatings made from these compounds demonstrate a favorable balance of physical and mechanical properties. Additionally, these coatings are primarily biobased, making them suitable alternatives to petrochemical products.
 
 
 
Water contact angle photos of the coatings, both controls and the new epoxies
 
Benefits
     - Production typically emits less CO2.
- Safer for human health and better for indoor air quality.
- Can match or even exceed mechanical, thermal, or chemical resistance of petroleum-based resins with the right formulation. 
 
Applications
     - Industrial protective coatings for steel, concrete, and infrastructure assets.
- Pipeline and tank linings requiring chemical and corrosion resistance.
- Marine and offshore coatings with enhanced durability
 
- Automotive and heavy equipment finishes
 
- Flooring and structural surfaces needing high hardness and adhesion
 
Patent
This technology has a Patent pending and is available for licensing/partnering opportunities.
Contact
NDSU Research Foundation
info(at)ndsurf(dot)org
(701) 231-8173
NDSURF Tech Key
RFT, 775, RFT775
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