Hexion Launches New Two-Component Adhesive for Structural Engineered Wood Lamination

COLUMBUS, Ohio–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hexion Inc. (“Hexion” or the “Company”) has introduced a new
two-component adhesive system that reduces waste and cleanup costs,
enhances durability and supports indoor air quality. This adhesive
system, which includes the Ecobind™ 6500 resin and Wonderbond™ Hardener
M650Y, is ideal for applications like cross-laminated timbers for tall
wood buildings and glue-laminated wood beams.

The two components are extruded separately and then mixed when the wood
is pressed together. This unique feature provides the user with reduced
costs for adhesive waste and cleanup off equipment. Ecobind
6500/Wonderbond M650Y also exceeds all strength, exterior exposure and
high-temperature requirements of the North American Structural Wood
standards (ANSI A 190.1, “Structural Glued Laminated Timber,” PRG 320,
“Cross Laminated Timber,” and ASTM D 5456, “Structural Composite
Lumber”).

“Hexion provides the enabling lamination technology for one of the most
sustainable products on earth – engineered wood,” said Scott McIntyre,
North American Business Director for Adhesives. “To ensure the lasting
durability and performance of these sustainable engineered wood
materials, we have had this new adhesive tested by multiple third party
organizations.”

In addition to structural durability, the Ecobind 6500/ Wonderbond
Hardener M650Y resin system has also achieved UL GREENGUARD Gold
Certification. GREENGUARD Gold demonstrates that a product has met some
of the world’s most rigorous and comprehensive standards for low
emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into indoor air and to
account for sensitive individuals (such as children and the elderly). It
is recognized, referenced or preferred by more than 400 federal
purchasers, retailers, green building rating tools and building codes
around the world, according to UL Environment, a division of UL
(Underwriters Laboratories).

Mr. McIntyre added: “Hexion’s adhesive technology can meet or exceed all
market performance and emissions criteria. Its highly valued chemistry
provides thermal stability, is inherently flame resistant and results in
a stable polymer matrix that is highly durable and safe under its
intended conditions of use.”

GREENGUARD Certified products are certified to GREENGUARD standards for
low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. For more
information, visit ul.com/gg.

Ultra-low emitting EcoBind resins are formulated to meet or exceed all
global emissions standards, including those from the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Japanese
standards as well as the specifications recommended by the Green
Building Initiative and U.S. Green Building Council. Reflecting Hexion’s
ongoing commitment to innovation, the Company recently announced the
expansion of its technology center at its forest products complex in
Edmonton, Alberta. The expanded research and development facility will
develop next generation resin chemistry that will complement existing
EcoBind technology.

About the Company

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Inc. is a global leader in thermoset
resins. Hexion Inc. serves the global wood and industrial markets
through a broad range of thermoset technologies, specialty products and
technical support for customers in a diverse range of applications and
industries. Hexion Inc. is controlled by investment funds affiliated
with Apollo Global Management, LLC. Additional information about Hexion
Inc. and its products is available at www.hexion.com.

Contacts

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614-225-2223
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