Arkema Inc. in North America

Performance Efficiencies to PVC Market with Durastrength® 3000 Acrylic Impact Modifier

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 01:00:00 EST

Arkema Inc.s PVC Additives Group is introducing Durastrength® 3000 acrylic impact modifier to the PVC Market. Durastrength® 3000 acrylic impact modifier imparts excellent impact properties to rigid PVC products and provides outstanding processability. It can be used in place of alternative non-acrylic impact modifiers while maintaining the processing advantages of traditional acrylic impact modifiers. This modifier is well suited for substrate applications such as siding, fencing, decking, ribbed pipe and other profile applications.

Arkemas Durastrength® impact modifiers, including the new Durastrength® 3000 impact modifier, are manufactured at the companys Axis, AL, plant. This platform is key to delivering the Groups innovative and highly efficient products to the PVC market. Keeping production in the U.S. contributes to the nations economic recovery and reduces excess carbon footprint when compared to transporting materials from overseas suppliers.

"This is a perfect example of Arkema's focus and commitment to the PVC market. With the current downturn in the economy, we feel it's more important than ever to invest in new product development and provide a foundation to support the PVC market for years to come," said Jim McAliney, General Manager, PVC Additives.

Arkemas PVC Additives Group offers a wide range of products to the PVC market including Durastrength® impact modifiers, Plastistrength® process aids, Thermolite® tin stabilizers, Clearstrength® MBS impact modifiers and Vikoflex® epoxidized soybean oil. To learn more about our products, contact our customer service at 1.800.331.7654.

Dow Finalizes Sale to Arkema of Acrylic Acid, Esters and Specialty Latex Assets in North America

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:00:00 EST

View the full release on our parent site - www.arkema.com

Arkema continues to meet customers needs in the refrigerant industry through investment and technology

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 01:00:00 EST

Arkema, one of the worlds largest producers of fluorochemicals, continues its program of major investments in both advanced refrigerant technology and expansion of its global capacity to meet the current and future needs of the refrigerant market. Arkema will meet the short-term needs of the refrigerant market through the use of HCFC-22 alternatives, reclaim services, and the full range of refrigerant products. For longer-term needs, Arkema is investing in HFC production capacity and low GWP product development.

Arkema Inc. and Dunleary, Inc. Sign Distributor Agreement

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 01:00:00 EST

Arkema Inc. announced today that they have signed a distribution agreement with Dunleary, Inc. to carry their industrial range of Orgasol® powders and the fine powders additives segment of the Rilsan® product line, beginning January 1, 2010.
Orgasol® ultrafine polyamide powders are polymers and copolymers of lauryllactam (PA 12) and/or caprolactam (PA 6), produced through direct polymerization to yield powders with a unique spherical shape and very narrow particle size distribution. Formulations for the coatings, graphic arts, composites, and powder metallurgy markets that use Orgasol® powders provide exceptional abrasion/scuff resistance, gloss control, soft feel textures and many other outstanding performance characteristics.
Rilsan® polyamide is a premier formulation additive for the protective coating, graphic arts, and imaging markets. Thermoplastic coatings formulated with Rilsan® PA-11 fine powders permit unique textural effects and provide a combination abrasion, scratch and chemical resistance to withstand extreme conditions.
“Partnering with Dunleary opens an exciting avenue for us to increase our presence in the marketplace and better serve our customers. Using Dunleary’s expertise as a regional distributor, our technology and support, and the passion of both of our companies for top-quality customer service will provide our customers with excellent choices,” said Andre Berry, Arkema’s Business Manager for Polyamide Powders in North America.
"The Arkema chemistry is a perfect complement to our current technology offerings. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to work with a company with such forward-looking products," said John Behan, Dunleary's Vice President of Sales.
Dunleary, Inc. will represent Arkema for the two product lines to customers in the Southeastern US throughout the following states:
AL, DE, FL, GA, MD, MS, NC, SC, TN, & VA

For more information, please contact Mr. Adrien Lapeyre, Business Development Engineer at (215) 419-5768 or email at adrien.lapeyre@arkema.com.

About Dunleary, Inc.
Dunleary, Inc., headquartered in Baltimore, MD, is among the nation’s top 100 specialty chemical distribution companies serving the adhesives, caulks, coatings, construction, graphic arts, paper, personal care, plastics, rubber, sealants and textiles markets throughout its ten state mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States territory.

Orgasol® and Rilsan ® are registered trademarks belonging to Arkema Inc.

Arkema Inc. Announces Distribution Agreement with Palmer Holland, Inc. for its Orgasol® Powders and Rilsan® Fine Powders Additives Product Lines

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 01:00:00 EST

Arkema Inc. announced today that, beginning January 1, 2010, Palmer Holland, Inc. will now carry the industrial range of Arkema’s Orgasol® powders and the fine powders additives segment of the Rilsan® product line.
Orgasol® ultrafine polyamide powders are polymers and copolymers of lauryllactam (PA 12) and/or caprolactam (PA 6), produced through direct polymerization to yield powders with a unique spherical shape and very narrow particle size distribution. Formulations for the coatings, graphic arts, composites, and powder metallurgy markets that use Orgasol® powders provide exceptional abrasion/scuff resistance, gloss control, soft feel textures and many other outstanding performance characteristics.

Rilsan® polyamide is a premier formulation additive for the protective coating, graphic arts, and imaging markets. Thermoplastic coatings formulated with Rilsan® PA-11 fine powders permit unique textural effects and provide a combination abrasion, scratch and chemical resistance to withstand extreme conditions.

“By partnering with Palmer Holland, Arkema will increase our presence in the marketplace and better serve our customers. We will be able to fuse Palmer Holland’s expertise as a regional distributor with our product technology and support, and leverage the passion of both companies for top-quality customer service,” said Andre Berry, Arkema’s Business Manager for Polyamide Powders in North America.

"Palmer Holland is pleased to be associated with Arkema in this very specialized line of products. Our customers are searching to develop more robust formulations within the Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers markets, while striving to incorporate sustainable chemistry. The Orgasol® and Rilsan® line of products fill an important niche in the high-value, high-function markets." said Mark Riemann, Palmer Holland’s Vice President of Sales.

Palmer Holland, Inc. will represent Arkema for the two product lines to customers throughout the Northeast, Great Lakes, Midwest, and Great Plains areas in the following states: