Lohtragon® B71 | Type 11

Potassium Formate in Environmental Applications

Lohtragon^® B71 is a sustainable solution for environmental applications, commonly used as an environmentally friendly de-icing agent. It effectively melts ice and snow while minimizing harm to surrounding ecosystems. Due to its low environmental impact, it is especially suitable for use in sensitive areas such as airports and bridges. Its use supports safer winter conditions without compromising sustainability goals.

Key benefits of Potassium Formate in Environmental Applications:

• Effectively melts ice and snow on roads and runways
  • Fast-acting de-icing performance with reliable results even at low temperatures.
• Minimizes damage to infrastructure and the environment
  • Less corrosive than chloride salts, reducing impact on metal, concrete, and vegetation.
• Leaves no visible salt residues
  • Biodegradable formate counterion avoids surface staining or buildup after drying.

Lohtragon^® B71 in Fire Safety

Potassium Formate is used as a wet chemical fire extinguishing agent, specifically designed for Class K fires involving cooking oils and fats. It works by rapidly cooling the burning oil and creating a soapy layer that prevents re-ignition. This makes it highly effective in commercial kitchens and food processing areas. Its reliable performance and safety profile make it a trusted choice in fire safety applications.

Key benefits of Lohtragon^® B71 in Fire Safety:

• Rapidly suppresses Class K fires
  • Cools and chemically neutralizes cooking oil fires in kitchens and food production facilities.
• Prevents re-ignition with a stable foam barrier
  • Forms a soapy layer that seals flammable vapors and reduces fire risk.
• Non-toxic and residue-free
  • Safe for use in food environments, with no harmful residues or environmental impact.

Potassium Formate in Catalysts

Lohtragon^® B71 is used as an effective trimerization catalyst in the production of polyisocyanurate (PIR) foam. It promotes the formation of the foam’s rigid structure by facilitating the trimerization of isocyanate groups. This results in improved thermal stability and fire resistance of the final PIR foam product. Its use supports efficient and reliable manufacturing processes in the insulation and construction industries.

Key benefits of Potassium Formate in Catalysts:

• Facilitates trimerization in PIR foam production
  • Promotes formation of rigid foam structures for improved product quality.
• Improves reaction control and manufacturing consistency
  • Enables repeatable, high-efficiency foam curing in industrial settings.
• Enhances fire resistance and insulation properties
  • Supports development of strong, thermally stable insulation materials.

Lohtragon^® B71 in Oil & Gas

It is used in the oil and gas industry as a drilling fluid, particularly in the form of brine. Potassium Formate brine is favored for its high density, which helps maintain well pressure, and its low corrosivity, which protects drilling equipment.

Key benefits of Potassium Formate in Oil & Gas:

• Used in high-density brine for drilling operations
  • Maintains pressure in deep wells and high-temperature formations.
• Reduces equipment corrosion
  • Non-aggressive nature protects steel and aluminum components during drilling.
• Delivers excellent thermal stability
  • Performs reliably under harsh downhole conditions and extreme environments.

Potassium Formate in Functional Fluids

Lohtragon^® B71 solutions are utilized as heat transfer fluids in refrigeration systems and for cooling applications. These fluids have good thermal stability and are less toxic than many other options.

Key benefits of Lohtragon^® B71 in Functional Fluids:

• Acts as a heat transfer fluid in cooling systems
  • Provides efficient temperature regulation in industrial and HVAC applications.
• Thermally stable and low in toxicity
  • Safer alternative to glycol-based coolants with improved biodegradability.
• Supports sustainable system design
  • Environmentally friendly formulation aligned with modern regulatory standards.

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