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dar-tech Becomes U.S. Midwestern Distributor for ZS Interpolymer

ZS Interpolymer produces a range of SYNTRAN water-based acrylic resin grades used in coatings and graphic arts/ink applications.
January 18, 2021
Specialty chemicals and raw materials distributor dar-tech inc. announced an agreement with ZS Interpolymer to become the company's official Midwestern U.S. distributor.
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Incorporating Minerals to Enhance the Performance of Hybrid Polymer Technologies

Engineered calcium carbonates can be used to optimize the rheological and mechanical properties of hybrid adhesives and sealants.
Shamila Grigorieff Erik van Dijnen
January 15, 2021

Silane-modified polymers are designed to combine the strength of polyurethanes with the weathering resistance of silicones.1 In addition to their high-performance properties, these hybrid polymers are achieving popularity due to their solvent- and isocyanate-free nature.2


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Fields Joins Maroon Group Southeast CASE Team

In addition to 20 years of experience in R&D, Jeff Fields has served the past six years in sales and business management roles.
January 14, 2021
Maroon Group recently announced the appointment of Jeff Fields to the position of account manager, covering Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama.
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Dexco Polymers Changes Name to TSRC Specialty Materials

The name change reportedly reflects the company’s global presence and streamlines name recognition in its future business activities.
January 13, 2021
TSRC recently announced that it is changing its U.S. subsidiary's legal name and entity from Dexco Polymers to TSRC Specialty Materials LLC.
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Ott Elected Chairman of SOCMA Board of Governors

Mike Ott takes the helm during SOCMA’s 100th anniversary year and will lead the board of governors in providing strategic guidance and value creation in alignment with the organization’s mission.
January 11, 2021
The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced that Mike Ott, president and CEO of Polysciences, Inc., has been elected to serve a two-year term as chairman.
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Quest for Better Performance to Bolster Reactive Diluents Market

Using reactive diluents results in better performance of various products by improving thermal stability, tensile strength, adhesion, and other physical attributes.
January 8, 2021
The demand for reactive diluents was sluggish in 2020, but industry stakeholders are optimistic regarding its quick recovery.
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