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Airable Research Lab, a division of the Ohio Soybean Council (OSC), and Warsaw Chemical have partnered to commercialize BIO-SLIDE 30, a soy-enhanced asphalt release agent designed to reduce asphalt adhesion on truck beds, pavers, rollers, and other paving equipment.

Developed through soybean checkoff-funded research, BIO-SLIDE 30 offers the paving industry a renewable, cost-competitive alternative to conventional asphalt release agents while creating a new market opportunity for U.S. soy. Warsaw Chemical will manufacture and distribute the product to customers across North America.

“This partnership demonstrates how soybean checkoff investments move innovative technologies from research and development into commercial markets,” said Airable’s Chief Executive Officer Barry McGraw.

BIO-SLIDE 30 was developed by Airable to address a common challenge in asphalt paving operations: preventing hot mix asphalt from sticking to equipment and tools. The formulation contains 30% biobased content while avoiding d-limonene and quaternary ammonium compounds found in some conventional systems. These compounds have been linked to adverse effects on both human health and the environment.

Testing under elevated temperatures demonstrated strong initial release performance, sustained effectiveness across multiple heating cycles, and stable coating integrity under demanding operating conditions.

“Every successful commercialization helps create new market opportunities for U.S. Ssoy,” said Ashtabula County soybean farmer and Airable President Jeff Magyar. “BIO-SLIDE 30 is another example of how soybean innovation can solve real-world industry challenges while creating value throughout the supply chain.”

Warsaw Chemical brings decades of manufacturing expertise and established customer relationships to the partnership, positioning the product for broad adoption across the asphalt paving industry.

“We’re excited to partner with Airable Research Lab to bring this technology to market,” said Phil Gaida, a business development and product manager with Warsaw Chemical. “Customers are looking for solutions that combine performance, reliability, and sustainability, and BIO-SLIDE 30 delivers on those priorities.”

The launch of BIO-SLIDE 30 reflects Airable Research Lab’s mission to accelerate the development and commercialization of soy-based technologies that create new opportunities for soybean farmers and sustainable solutions for the industry.

More information about BIO-SLIDE 30 and Airable Research Lab is available at www.airablelabs.com.