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Pilot Chemical Launches Technology and Innovation Initiative

A majority of the investment will create and support a state-of-the-art Innovation Center

January 17, 2018

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced it is investing $5 million this year in technology and innovation.

MPD Chemicals Acquires Norquay Technology

Norquay is a specialty chemical manufacturer of chromic, electronic, catalyst, ligand, medical adhesive and UV performance products.

January 16, 2018

MPD Chemicals recently announced the expansion of its manufacturing capabilities, product portfolio and customer base with the acquisition of Norquay Technology Inc.

KRATON: New Website

January 15, 2018

This company recently announced the launch of its new corporate website.

Covestro Extends Schafer’s Board of Management Contract

Schäfer is part of the three-member management team of Covestro.

January 15, 2018

The supervisory board of Covestro AG has extended the contract of Board of Management member Klaus Schäfer, Ph.D., by five years.

Fourth Quarter Chemicals Production Continues at Strong Pace

During November, capacity utilization in the global business of chemistry gained 0.4 percentage points to 81%, up from 80.3% last November.

January 12, 2018

Data collected and tabulated by the American Chemistry Council shows that growth in global chemistry during November was buoyed by a synchronized upswing in the global economy.

Ecolabeling in Turkey

The ecolabel system starts with reviewing the procurement of raw materials

Joan Mantini

January 10, 2018

In an effort to enable consumers to identify environment-friendly products, as well as to encourage energy efficiency, waste minimization and sustainable products for manufacturers, a Turkish organization has created an ecolabel certification system.

Richards to Head Covestro’s Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties Business

Having started her career at Covestro (then part of Bayer) in 1990, Richards brings more than 20 years’ experience in marketing, sales, human resources and general management.

January 8, 2018

Covestro LLC recently announced that Aleta Richards will succeed Christine Bryant as head of commercial operations for its North American Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties (CAS) business.

Palmer Holland Regional Sales Manager Hunt Dies

Hunt was a 30-year veteran of the chemical industry.

January 8, 2018

Palmer Holland recently announced the passing of Joe Hunt, its regional sales manager.

RadTech Announces 2018 Board Members

Todd Fayne, Sunny Ye, and Mike Bonner were elected by RadTech members to serve a two-year term.

January 4, 2018

RadTech recently announced the election of new board members.

Conflict-Free Cobalt

Back in the early 1900s, Cobalt Ontario had its heyday as a silver mining focal point.

Joan Mantini

January 3, 2018

Electric car makers and tech companies are eagerly looking for cobalt mines with conflict-free mining, and Cobalt Ontario might just be the “silver” ticket.