Raw Materials and Chemicals

BYK: Additive Guide App

The app recommends products based on numerous filter options in multiple application fields.

July 28, 2021

BYK has transformed its Additive Guide into a user-friendly and informative Additive Guide app.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Arkema Investment in Verkor is Top News

Readers last week were most interested in Arkema’s investment in France-based Verkor.

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July 26, 2021

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ACC’s Baca to Deliver Polyurethanes Technical Conference Keynote

The keynote will cover the integral role plastics play in achieving a lower-carbon future.

July 26, 2021

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced that Joshua Baca, vice president of the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) Plastics Division, will deliver the keynote at the 63^rd Polyurethanes Technical Conference.

SOCMA Asks EPA to Uphold Revisions Made in 2019 Risk Management Plan Final Rule

The RMP rule is designed to prevent accidental releases at facilities manufacturing specific chemicals.

July 22, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) has called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to uphold revisions made in 2019 to the Risk Management Plan (RMP) Rulemaking, which has the support of specialty and batch chemical manufacturers.

ENGINEERED POLYMER SOLUTIONS (EPS): Resin for Soft-Peel Protective Film

The resin is an all-acrylic polymer emulsion for use in removable, pressure-sensitive adhesive applications.

July 22, 2021

Engineered Polymer Solutions (EPS) has launched EPS^® 2157, a resin for protective films for appliances, doors, and glass, as well as any application where protective masking is required.

Erwin Named Technical Sales Representative for R.E. Carroll

Scott Erwin will cover accounts in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

July 22, 2021

R.E. Carroll Inc. recently announced that Scott Erwin has been appointed technical sales representative for the Southeast U.S.

Terhorst Named Chief Financial Officer of Barentz

The appointment becomes effective September 1, 2021.

July 20, 2021

Barentz International B.V. recently announced that Derk-Jan Terhorst has been appointed chief financial officer (CFO) and a member of the board.

ChemQuest Announces Leadership Appointments

Appointments include a chief commercial officer, vice president, and communications director.

July 15, 2021

The ChemQuest Group recently announced several key appointments, as well as a retirement.

SONGWON and SABO Extend Partnership

The extended cooperation will allow the companies to focus on opportunities outside of Europe, particularly in automotive and agricultural applications and in the building and construction sector.

July 14, 2021

SONGWON Industrial Co. Ltd. recently announced that the worldwide exclusive distributorship (non-exclusive for Europe) with SABO S.p.A. for the SABOSTAB® HALS portfolio has been extended.