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Guest Editorial

Why Smart Manufacturing is a Dumb Idea

Many CEOs have turned away from the astonishing potential of the workforce and turned toward automation instead.

October 2, 2017

Someone asked me recently my thoughts on smart manufacturing—the so-called IT revolution in the factory. They couldn’t believe that I didn’t see smart manufacturing as the salvation of American manufacturing. Don’t misunderstand me; smart manufacturing has a place in reviving American manufacturing.

U.S. Chemical Production Flat in August

Disruptions from Hurricane Harvey were most pronounced in the Gulf Coast region which saw a steep decline, following three months of solid gains.

September 29, 2017

According to the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index was flat in August, following strong gains in July (1.2%) and June (0.8%), as measured on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis.

Maroon Group Acquires Seidler Chemical

Seidler’s management team will remain in place and continue to manage the business.

September 27, 2017

Maroon Group LLC recently announced that it has acquired Seidler Chemical.

Milanovic Joins D.B. Becker

Milanovic started her career in 2014 as a technical service chemist for Evonik Corp. in the TEGO coating additives business line.

September 26, 2017

D.B. Becker recently announced that Niki Milanovic has joined the company as an account manager.

Isoprene Market Size to Reach $3.97 Billion by 2025

Polymer grade isoprene is likely to witness significant revenue rise at a CAGR of 7.7%.

September 26, 2017

The global isoprene market is expected to reach $3.97 billion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%.

Emerald Kalama Completes $40 Million Expansion

The fully operational expansion increases Emerald’s global capabilities, manufacturing flexibility and capacity for benzoic acid, benzaldehyde, and many downstream products.

September 25, 2017

Emerald Kalama Chemical completed startup of its $40 million expansion at the company’s Rotterdam, Netherlands, site.