OMNOVA Solutions recently announced its 2011 Technology Award recipients. This annual award program recognizes exemplary technological contributions by associates in OMNOVA's research and development, sales and marketing, technical service, operations, product management, and LEAN SixSigma organizations.

Recipients include its Performance Chemicals business segment facilities in Akron, Ohio; Mogadore, Ohio; Chester, SC; and Green Bay, WI; Villejust, France; and Shanghai, China. OMNOVA’s Decorative Products business segment received awards for its facilities in Fairlawn, Ohio; Auburn, PA; and Monroe, NC.

“As a global company, we are continually taking actions that will enhance the value we deliver to our customers and allow us to pursue new and adjacent markets,” said Kevin McMullen, chairman and CEO. “The cornerstone of these efforts is the enhancement of our existing competencies, as well as the development of new, sustainable products and processes for the future. These outstanding innovation teams have clearly focused on delivering value to our customers, enhancing our operations and reducing our environmental footprint, positioning OMNOVA for sustained profitable growth as we move forward.”

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