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FEICA Signs Off on Validation Report for Isocyanate Test Method

FEICA reports that the validated test method is able to measure isocyanates down to a range of 0.01-0.15%.
July 9, 2019
FEICA recently announced that it has signed off on the Validation Report of the Currenta test method for the accurate measurement of low contents of free monomeric isocyanate in mixtures.
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ALTANA Acquires Paul N. Gardner

Within the ALTANA Group, the business will be integrated into the Instruments Business Line of the BYK Division (BYK-Gardner).
July 8, 2019
ALTANA recently announced that it has acquired the operating assets of the Paul N. Gardner Co. Inc. (GARDCO) of Pompano Beach, Fla.
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Berry Global Announces New Business Structure and Leadership Appointments

Berry’s business structure will now be comprised of four divisions: Consumer Packaging–International; Consumer Packaging–North America; Engineered Materials; and Health, Hygiene, and Specialties.
July 8, 2019
Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced a new business structure linked to the company’s recent acquisition of plastics and plastic packaging manufacturer RPC Group Plc.
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3M and Discovery Education Announce National Finalists and State Merit Winners in 2019 3M Young Scientist Challenge

The national middle school science competition recognizes scientific thinking, communication, and curiosity in students grades 5-8 who demonstrate a passion for solving everyday problems that could ultimately improve lives around the world.
July 5, 2019
3M and Discovery Education recently announced 10 finalists from across America as part of the annual 2019 3M Young Scientist Challenge.
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SOCMA Calls on USTR to Delist Chemicals from China’s Proposed Tranche 4

Specialty chemical supply chains are particularly dependent on China because many inputs are unavailable elsewhere, which makes the specialty chemicals industry uniquely vulnerable to the 301 tariffs.
July 5, 2019
In recent testimony before the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Section 301 Committee, the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) called for the delisting of Chinese-origin chemicals from the proposed Tranche 4, which would add an additional $13.2 billion in chemicals and plastics imports.
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Palmer Holland Named U.S. Distributor for LG Chem Polyolefin Elastomers

These polyolefin elastomers are reportedly commonly used in applications for automotive, footwear, wire, cable, foam, multi-layered films, laminating films, food packing films, and films for industrial use.
July 3, 2019
Effective immediately, LG Chem has appointed Palmer Holland national distributor for its line of LUCENE™ polyolefin elastomers (POEs).
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Pilot Chemical Debuts New Headquarters

Pilot Chemical moved its headquarters into about 36,000 sq ft of office space at Centre Pointe III, located at 9075 Centre Pointe Drive in West Chester Township’s Centre Pointe Office Park.
July 3, 2019
Pilot Chemical Co. recently unveiled its new corporate headquarters in West Chester Township, Ohio, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by company executives and employees, as well as local community and business leaders.
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Evonik fumed silica Antwerp

Evonik Expands Fumed Silica Capacity with New Facility in Antwerp

Typical applications for Evonik’s fumed silica include paints and coatings, advanced adhesive systems, transparent silicones, and non-combustible high-performance insulation materials.
July 2, 2019
Evonik recently announced that it has started up a new plant complex for the production of fumed silica in Antwerp in order to meet high demand.
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