Chem-Trend Launches Production Facility In China

Howell, MI - U.S.-based Chem-Trend, a global manufacturer of release agents and other process chemical specialties for the die casting, rotational molding, general rubber, polyurethane, tire, thermoplastics and composites industries, announced its new investment in China. The announcement was made by Chem-Trend President and CEO Mike Quinn.

The new 300,000 square foot complex, located in Qingpu, near Shanghai, was built for joint use between Chem-Trend and its sister company, Munich-based Kluber Lubrication (Kluber), for the production of release agents and specialty lubricants.

"Our new manufacturing facility in China will allow Chem-Trend to better serve our customers with premium release agents in the rapidly expanding Chinese market," said Quinn. "As part of our globalization strategy, it is Chem-Trend's desire to provide superior technology, high quality products and responsive technical support to help our customers maximize their processing cost efficiency and productivity."

The burgeoning Chinese market prompted the decision to invest in the region, according to Quinn. Particularly strong-growth sectors include the automotive, plastics, footwear, tire and composites industries.

With capital investment of roughly 200 million RMB ($28M U.S.), the new production facility is one of the largest investments by Chem-Trend and Kluber, both of which have been active in China for decades.

"The Chem-Trend philosophy of need-based product development and personal customer service has lead to our position as a market leader in the many industry segments that we serve," said Quinn. "As China's manufacturers strive to meet global quality standards, we will be able to efficiently provide products that have been proven in the global marketplace, building upon an already established position of strength in the Asian marketplace."

The new site is based on state-of-the-art production and logistics management, and is designed for a maximum annual capacity of almost 13,000 metric tons of release agents and lubricants. The site layout includes an optional reserve of over 200,000 square feet, which is intended to house a technical service and research laboratory.

SOURCE: Chem-Trend