10/05/2026
CPI Technical Conference
Advancing Polyurethane Technology Through Innovation and Expertise
The CPI conference features high‑quality technical papers, poster sessions, and industry presentations covering the latest developments in polyurethane chemistry, processing innovations, sustainability solutions, and performance‑driven formulations. Evonik’s participation underscores its commitment to supporting manufacturers with additive technologies that improve foam quality, processing efficiency, and regulatory compliance across applications such as rigid foams, flexible foams, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.
Evonik’s team will be available to discuss how its additive solutions address critical challenges identified within the PU industry, including:
- Enhancing processing robustness and consistency
- Improving foam performance across diverse PU systems
- Supporting energy efficiency and sustainability targets
- Enabling solutions aligned with evolving regulatory requirements
These areas closely reflect the focus topics of this year’s technical program, which includes advancements in applications, chemistry, renewable content, blowing agents, catalysts, and sustainability.
A Key Platform for Collaboration and Technical Exchange
With its strong emphasis on scientific rigor and technical excellence, the CPI Polyurethanes Technical Conference remains a central platform for collaboration among manufacturers, researchers, suppliers, and industry leaders. Attendees can expect in‑depth insights into new technologies, networking opportunities, and exposure to industry‑shaping innovations. Evonik looks forward to engaging with conference participants and sharing its expertise in high‑performance polyurethane additives.
Evonik's presentation sessions at CPI
| Date | Time | Session | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5 | 2:00 - 5:00 PM | Rigid Foam | Samuel Kempel | Next Generation Polyether Siloxane Surfactants for Improved R-Value in Polyisocyanurate Foams |
| Oct 5 | 2:00 - 5:00 PM | Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers (CASE) | Allison Kiewel | Beyond the Surface: Exploring the Interfacial Effects of the Adhesion Promoter ORTEGOL® AP 100 in Polyurethane Systems |
| Oct 6 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Spray Foam | Purnima Ruberu | Adhesion Promoter for Low Temperature Application of Closed-Cell Spray Polyurethane Foam |
| Oct 6 | 2:00 - 5:00 PM | Decarbonization in Polyurethanes: From Data to Decisions | Janine Dubbert | Advancing Sustainability in Polyurethane with Low Carbon Footprint Additives |
| Oct 7 | 8:00 – 11:00 AM | Current Global Automotive Industry Challenges and Recent Advances in Polyurethane Technology | Jane Kniss | Chemistry Focus Areas for Improving the Future |
Meet Evonik at the CPI Polyurethanes Technical Conference 2026
Evonik invites attendees to connect with its specialists throughout the conference to explore how its additive solutions can support next‑generation PU formulations and help drive progress in performance, efficiency, and sustainability.