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Palmer Holland Expands Sales Team into Canada with Balakrishnan Appointment

Vino Balakrishnan brings over a decade of experience in the chemical industry to his new position.

December 13, 2019

Palmer Holland recently announced that it has increased its presence in Canada by adding Vino Balakrishnan to its sales team.

Huntsman to Expand Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation Downstream Footprint with Icynene-Lapolla Acquisition

Icynene-Lapolla has annual revenues of approximately $230 million, with manufacturing facilities in Houston, Texas, and Mississauga, Ontario.

December 12, 2019

Huntsman Corp. recently announced its agreement to acquire Icynene-Lapolla, a North American manufacturer and distributor of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation systems for residential and commercial applications.

Addipel Expands with New Headquarters and Production Facility in Ohio

Addipel’s new 40,000-sq-ft warehouse and production facility includes in-house ribbon blenders, high-speed mixers, compaction mills, and custom packaging services.

December 11, 2019

Addipel recently announced that it has opened a new headquarters and production facility in Elyria, Ohio.

Sun Chemical Releases 2018 Sustainability Report

According to Sun Chemical, the 2018 report shows that it achieved its recent energy and water usage goals.

December 11, 2019

Sun Chemical recently released its 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report, which focuses on how the company’s commitment to sustainability has led to new products and services that help customers improve their eco-efficiency goals.

Pilot Chemical Acquires Órgano Síntesis

Pilot Chemical reports that the acquisition will expand its business into the Mexican market, as well as South and Central America, and provides growth opportunities for the company’s existing surfactants and antimicrobial businesses.

December 10, 2019

Pilot Chemical Corp. recently announced it has purchased Órgano Síntesis S.A. de C.V. (OSSA), which is located in Toluca, Mexico.

Grupa Azoty Names Brenntag Distributor for its Plasticizer Portfolio in the DACH Region

Grupa Azoty has reportedly been producing plasticizers at its Kedzierzyn-Kozle site in southern Poland since 1954.

December 9, 2019

Brenntag recently announced that it is expanding its portfolio to include plasticizers from the Poland-based Grupa Azoty ZAK S.A.

Sika Acquires Romania-Based Adeplast

Adeplast reportedly generates annual sales of CHF 120 million (~ $121.3 million) with a workforce of 460 employees.

December 6, 2019

Sika recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Adeplast SA, a manufacturer of mortars and thermal insulation solutions based in Romania.

3M Forms Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee in Updated Board Structure

According to 3M, the new Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee will help ensure the company is building on its innovation capabilities while maintaining its product stewardship standards.

December 5, 2019

The 3M board of directors has established a new committee to provide oversight of the company’s strategies related to research and development, commercialization, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and other related activities.

Nordson Advanced Technology K.K. Japan Moves to New Office and Demonstration Center

With the expanded demonstration center and office space, the company has consolidated its fluid dispensing and conformal coating, test and inspection, and plasma treatment equipment into one location.

December 5, 2019

Nordson Corp. recently announced that Nordson Advanced Technology K.K. Japan has relocated to new larger office and demonstration facilities in central Tokyo to deliver sales, service, technical training, and support to its customers and sales network in Japan.

Ashland’s Merry Hill Facility to Receive 2019 SOCMA Sustainability Award

As the recipient of SOCMA’s Sustainability Award, Ashland’s Merry Hill plant specifically caught the eye of the judges with the unique processes included in its sustainability program.

December 4, 2019

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced that Ashland’s Merry Hill facility is being recognized for its tremendous efforts and unique approaches to sustainability practices as part of the association’s 2019 Performance Improvement Awards program during SOCMA Week, December 4-6, in New Orleans.