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PMC Biogenix Announces Price Increase on Oleochemical Products |
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PMC President Testifies at Congressional Hearing on the Importance
of Renewable Chemicals to our Nation’s Manufacturing Agenda WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 22, 2010) – PMC Group, a privately held global chemicals manufacturer, announced today that President Debtosh Chakrabarti testified before the House Committee on Science and Technology on the future of U.S. manufacturing and the role that chemicals based on renewable sources can play in the sustainability of the manufacturing industry. The March 17, 2010 hearings were called by Committee Chairman Bart Gordon (D-TN) to hear testimony from industry leaders regarding the opportunities and challenges facing U.S. manufacturers, views on the future and the role that the Federal Government can play in fostering innovation and competitiveness. Also testifying were key private sector leaders in manufacturing including Dr. Susan Smyth, Director of GM’s Manufacturing Systems Research, GM R&D, and Chief Scientist for Manufacturing; Dr. Len Sauers, Vice President of Global Sustainability at Procter & Gamble; Dr. Mark Tuominen, Director of the National Nanomanufacturing Network; and Mr. Wayne Crews, Vice President for Policy and Director of Technology Studies for Competitive Enterprise Institute. “It was encouraging today to see the bi-partisan efforts amongst members of Congress to address the challenges facing U.S. manufacturers,” said Debtosh Chakrabarti. “Renewable chemicals represent a viable and sustainable pathway to increase high-paying jobs and reduce our nation’s dependence on foreign oil. Their importance should be elevated in the nation’s agenda to a position similar to biofuels.” A video of Mr. Chakrabarti’s opening statement is available at PMC Group’s website at www.pmc-group.com. |
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PMC Polymer Products Company Announces the Introduction of a Line of Decabromo Diphenyl Ether (Decabde) Free Flame Retardant Masterbatches STOCKERTOWN, PA (February 1, 2010) – PMC Polymer Products Company announces the introduction of a line of decabromo diphenyl ether (decaBDE) free flame retardant masterbatches. These products have been designed as direct replacements of decaBDE containing masterbatches for use in compounding, injection molding, film and sheet extrusion and blow molding of polyolefins, polystyrenes and engineering polymers for the production of electronics, business equipment, housings, pallets, construction and agricultural films requiring compliance with flame retardant standards. Building upon our expertise and experience with decaBDE free Avantra® ignition resistant HIPS compounds, these products, sold under the Endura® tradename, have been developed to provide comparable flame retardancy as decaBDE masterbatches at similar loading levels in the final compound. |
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PMC Biogenix Announces Establishment of Center for Renewable Chemistry MEMPHIS, TN (January 19, 2010) – PMC Biogenix is proud to announce the establishment of a new technical center devoted to the development of new products from renewable resources. The Center for Renewable Chemistry is located on PMC’s 42-acre, integrated oleochemicals and derivatives manufacturing site in Memphis, Tennessee. The technical campus spans 3.5 acres and includes approximately 16,000 square feet of research and applications laboratories and office space, as well as a 7,000 square foot pilot plant. The pilot plant is equipped with multiple reactors from 10 to 500 gallon capacity and the necessary ancillary processing equipment to produce renewable products with a broad range of properties. According to William Hayes, Business Manager, the Center for Renewable Chemistry provides a technical platform to enhance commercial service to a variety of market segments, including plastics, lubricants, personal care, and consumer products that support our cornerstone strategy of being an innovation leader in our industry. |
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PMC Biogenix Announces Price Increase on Oleochemical Products |
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PMC Biogenix’ Senior Research Chemist to Present Paper titled “Fatty Amide Slip and Antiblock Agents: Facilitating Polyolefin Applications” Abstract: Many applications for polyolefins depend on the use of fatty amides to achieve various purposes. In order to facilitate such applications and avoid problems, it is useful to understand as much as possible about their properties, characteristics and functioning. This discussion centers on the various fatty amides and available information to help in selecting and applying the amides to polyolefin products. |
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PMC Group is Platinum Sponsor for SPE International Polyolefins Conference 2010 |
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PMC Group to Present Specialty Products from Renewable Feedstocks at the NYSCC Suppliers Show MOUNT LAUREL, NJ (May 8, 2009) – PMC Group will exhibit at New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists (NYSCC) Suppliers' Day to be held May 12 and 13, 2009 at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center (Raritan Center) in Edison, New Jersey. As one of the largest cosmetics industry ingredient trade shows on this side of the Atlantic Ocean, the NYSCC Suppliers' Day provides the ideal platform for a global organization such as PMC present their newest products and discuss their latest innovations with technical, marketing, and business associates from around the world. For over fifty years PMC Group has been at the forefront in the design, production, and marketing of naturally derived, and custom formulated, products for the personal care and cosmetics industry. In addition to a broad line of industry standard products that include fatty acids, metallic stearates, glycerin and petrolatum, PMC will be presenting several new specialty esters and vegetable derived emollients, all made with renewable feedstocks, to meet the growing demand for natural products. Products will be demonstrated at PMC's booth to allow chemists to see and feel the product's benefits first hand. Attendees and interested media are invited to visit PMC at Booth 204 or online at www.pmc-group.com. |
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PMC Group is Platinum Sponsor for SPE International Polyolefins Conference 2009 MOUNT LAUREL, NJ (November 19, 2008) – PMC Group, Inc. will exhibit at the SPE International Polyolefins Conference to be held February 22 through February 25, 2009 at the Hilton Houston North Hotel in Houston, Texas. PMC is this year’s Platinum Sponsor and will be hosting the Welcoming Reception open to all Conference registrants at the Hilton Houston North Ballroom the evening of Monday, February 23. The South Texas Section of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) in partnership with the Polymer Materials and Additives Division (PMAD) of SPE, The Thermoplastic Materials and Foams (TPM&F) Division of SPE, and the Flexible Packaging of SPE are the sponsors for the International Polyolefins Conference 2009. As one of the largest specialized international trade shows, SPE International Polyolefins Conference provides the ideal platform for a global organization such as PMC to meet with new and existing clients and to showcase its range of performance chemicals and plastics. Attendees and interested media are encouraged to visit PMC at Booth 66 and 67 or online at www.pmc-group.com. |
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PMC Group Completes Purchase of Chemtura’s Oleochemicals Business MOUNT LAUREL, NJ (March 3, 2008) – PMC Group, Inc. announced it has completed the purchase of Chemtura’s global oleochemicals business. The company, which generated revenue of approximately $175 million in 2007, will operate under the new name PMC Biogenix Inc. The transaction strengthens PMC Group’s position as a key player in the global specialty chemicals and plastics industry. With its primary manufacturing location in Memphis, Tennessee PMC Biogenix is one of the world’s premier manufacturers of oleochemicals and derivatives, including fatty acids, fatty esters and glycerin approved for pharmaceutical applications, glycerol esters, amides, bisamides, stearates and triglycerides. It is also the only North American producer of primary amides for the plastics additives market. Along with pharmaceutical, personal care and plastics, its products serve many markets and industries around the globe and they are utilized in diverse consumer and commercial applications. “Our company’s success has been fueled by a steadfast commitment to technological advancement, innovation and personal relationships with our customers,” said Debtosh Chakrabarti, PMC Group’s President and Chief Operating Officer. “Combining these commitments with the well-known brands and reputation of superior quality of Chemtura’s Oleochemicals business will result in powerful benefits for our customers, our organization, and the industry as a whole. We believe that the increased use of renewable chemicals is a sustainable trend and will be an exciting platform for growth,” he concluded. |
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| About PMC Group PMC Group is a growth oriented, diversified, global chemicals and plastics company dedicated to innovative solutions to everyday needs in a broad range of end markets including plastics, consumer products, electronics, paints, packaging, personal care, food, automotive and pharmaceuticals. The Company was built on a sustainable model of growth through innovation while promoting social good. Dedicated to sustainability, PMC derives over half of its raw materials from renewable sources and operates from a global manufacturing, innovation and marketing platform with facilities and personnel in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Contacts Media: |
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