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Edison Awards
Recent recognition
For the ninth consecutive year, Dow has received more Edison Awards than any other company. Six Dow innovations have been recognized in the 2026 Edison Awards cycle: earning our teams 1 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze medals. This milestone marks Dow's thirteenth consecutive year of winning Edison Awards, a feat unmatched by any other company.
Health, Medical & Biotech
Non-PVC, Non-phthalate Medical Films
2026 Gold Edison Award Winner
A revolutionary film technology enabling the safe and secure supply of IV and dialysis fluids
Dow Medical Polyolefin Elastomers (POEs) enable cost effective, non-PVC medical films with superior low temperature toughness and excellent optics to be used for intravenous infusion and dialysis bags over a wide capacity range (from 100mL to 5000 mL).
Manufacturing & Logistics
ELVALOY™ AC Acrylate Copolymer
2026 Silver Edison Award Winner
Enables stretch hoods that protect product on pallets to include up to 35% recycled content
ELVALOY™ AC Acrylate Copolymer is a breakthrough polymeric resin that advances sustainability and security in supply chain. Stretch hoods, which protect products stacked on pallets during transit and storage, can now be made with up to 35% recycled content without increasing film thickness or sacrificing performance.
Manufacturing & Logistics
Advanced Modeling of Oxygenated Solvents
2026 Silver Edison Award Winner
A web-based platform using machine learning to optimize the production of oxygenated solvents
Dow’s Advanced Modeling of Oxygenated Solvents tool is a web-based platform using machine learning to optimize chemical production. Deployed at 13 plants for 50+ products, it has delivered millions in value through boosted efficiency and reduced waste by enabling rapid response to market demand shifts.
Materials Science
PARALOID™ EXL-2691J Impact Modifier
2026 Bronze Edison Award Winner
Enables exceptional low temperature impact strength without sacrificing clarity or processability
PARALOID™ EXL-2691J is an advanced polymer additive developed for improving Impact resistance, it was extended for post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymers modification in 2024. Its crosslinked core/shell structure and patented stabilizer package enhances hydrolytic stability and provides more consistent performance irrespective of sources of PCR.
Materials Science
DOWSIL™ EG-4175 Silicone Gel
2026 Bronze Edison Award Winner
A silicone gel engineered to protect high‑voltage IGBT modules and power electronics
DOWSIL™ EG‑4175 Silicone Gel offers excellent thermal resistance, withstanding the elevated temperatures of EV, photovoltaic, and wind‑energy systems. As a two‑part, 1:1 mix‑ratio, its self‑priming adhesion, vibration damping, and self‑healing properties enhance module reliability while room‑temperature or heat‑accelerated curing supports efficient manufacturing.
Software Solutions
DOW™ Specification Tracker
2026 Silver Edison Award Winner
A first-of-its-kind centralized digital platform of North American waterborne traffic paint specs
The DOW™ Specification Tracker is a first-of-its-kind digital service platform empowering the road markings industry with an interactive, centralized database of North American waterborne traffic paint specifications. Its patented interface enables searching, comparison, visualization, and analysis of over 100 critical requirements in just seconds.