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Last updated January 31, 2026
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Polysaccharide blowing agent systems: HenkelRecent Research Landscape

Vehicle assembly requires high-speed application of structural reinforcements that must fill irregular cavities during the paint bake cycle. This material leverages controlled thermal expansion to ensure airtight sealing and vibration damping without manual placement.

What technical problems is Henkel addressing in Polysaccharide blowing agent systems?

Inadequate airtight seal integrity

(9)evidences

Poor bonding between expanding polymer foams and rigid substrates like tire components leads to structural failure. Improving interfacial integrity ensures mechanical stability under high-stress conditions.

Structural instability in hollow substrates

(5)evidences

Standard sealants often fail to fill complex automotive geometries or lack the expansion required for acoustic insulation. Improving expansion and pumpability prevents noise leakage and structural vibration.

Insufficient structural insulation density

(4)evidences

Conventional heating methods often result in uneven heat distribution and slow expansion in polysaccharide-based materials. Rapid dielectric heating addresses the limitation of non-uniform cell structure and poor volumetric growth in eco-friendly packaging.

Cavity seal structural failure

(3)evidences

Air and noise leakage through structural hollows. Preventing environmental intrusion and acoustic transmission improves passenger comfort and structural integrity.

High blowing agent decomposition temperature

(1)evidences

Standard blowing agents often suffer from premature gas release or structural collapse during heating. Improving the stability of the expansion process ensures uniform material density and structural integrity.