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Wacker Launches Production of Pyrogenic Silica in the U.S.

The facility’s annual production capacity of 13,000 metric tons will be used both for sales purposes and for Wacker’s own silicone production.

October 10, 2019

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Wacker Group recently announced that it has officially brought a plant for manufacturing pyrogenic silica on stream at its site in Charleston, Tenn.

Wacker Announces Several Expansions

The investments in North America reportedly align with Wacker’s overall expansion strategy to add capacity in Europe and in Asia.

December 15, 2017

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Wacker Chemical Corp. recently announced it is planning a number of concurrent expansion projects to support regional growth and demand for silicones and silica.

Huber Silica Business Sale to Evonik Complete

The $630 million transaction transfers ownership of the HEM Silica facilities in North America, Europe and Asia to Evonik.

September 7, 2017

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The J.M. Huber Corp. has completed the sale of the Silica business unit of Huber Engineered Materials (HEM) to Evonik Industries AG.

Evonik Acquires J.M. Huber’s Silica Business

Evonik Industries AG recently announced it has acquired the silica business of J.M. Huber for $630 million.

December 14, 2016

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This will enable Evonik to expand its position in North America and Asia.

Solvay Appoints Lintech as Distributor

Lintech International LLC has been appointed as a non-exclusive distributor for Solvay Silica in the U.S.

May 3, 2016

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Lintech will clover the manufactured rubber goods, CASE and industrial markets.

PPG Increases Precipitated Silica Production

February 13, 2015

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PPG Industries recently announced plans to increase precipitated silica production capacity at its Delfzijl, Netherlands, manufacturing location.

Huber Announces Leadership Changes

January 9, 2015

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Huber Engineered Materials (HEM), a division of J.M. Huber Corp., recently announced the retirement of President Andy Trott.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in Dow Divestment Plans

Last week, an announcement from Dow regarding its plans for divestments drew the most interest.

Susan Sutton

December 1, 2014

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This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Evonik Announces New Distribution Agreements

November 19, 2014

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Evonik Corp.’s Inorganic Materials Business Unit has announced new agreements with The Cary Co. and Dorsett and Jackson Inc.

Evonik Expands in Japan

September 10, 2014

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Evonik Industries recently announced the expansion of its specialty silica capacities in Ako, Japan.

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Wacker Launches Production of Pyrogenic Silica in the U.S.

Wacker Announces Several Expansions

Huber Silica Business Sale to Evonik Complete

Evonik Acquires J.M. Huber’s Silica Business

Solvay Appoints Lintech as Distributor

PPG Increases Precipitated Silica Production

Huber Announces Leadership Changes

Readers Most Interested in Dow Divestment Plans

Evonik Announces New Distribution Agreements

Evonik Expands in Japan

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