NACD: News

SPECIALITY CHEMICAL SALES EXPANDS ITS US DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
Specialty Chemical Sales, Inc. (SCS), has expanded its distribution of the Momentive Versatic acids to include Southern Virginia, North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. The changes took effect from July 1. For details, call 800-476-2527 or visit www.specialtychemicalsales.com.

TEAM EXPANDS AT TLC INGREDIENTS
TLC Ingredients has announced several new hires following the loss of head of operations department, Jim Cavelle, and reshuffling of existing personnel. Mike Pierce joined the team as director of operations on September 29 and is responsible for all areas of operations, including food safety, quality, environmental, health, safety and security, warehousing, logistics, packaging, terminal services, customer service and purchasing. Pierce will also serve as co-code coordinator for Responsible Distribution. A new position of regulatory and food safety coordinator has also been created and Dino Eleftheropoulos appointed. He will work with Pierce on TLC’s quality, regulatory and food safety programs. Dino will also take over as co-code coordinator for the Responsible Distribution code of management practices for NACD. Meanwhile, assistant controller, Kathy Broyles, has been promoted to director of finance and administration.

SUPERIOR OIL CO. GREETS REP. WAGNER TO ITS MISSOURI FACILITY
Superior Oil Company, Inc. has hosted Rep. Ann Wagner (R-MO) at its Arnold, Missouri facility to educate her on the chemical distribution industry and how the company uses programs like NACD’s Responsible Distribution® to stay safe. “Superior places a high value on building relationships with elected officials, and we were doubly proud today to show Congresswoman Wagner how we operate,” stated Superior Oil Company ­president Kurt Hettinga. “As other chemical distribution companies are well aware, we need more ­leaders in Washington who understand the positive role our industry plays in creating jobs and growing the economy. We were grateful to have the opportunity to demonstrate those contributions to ­Congresswoman Wagner this ­afternoon.”

ANMAR IS THE LATEST ACQUISITION FOR CELLMARK CHEMICALS
CellMark Chemicals, a division of CellMark AB, has bought Bridgeport, Connecticut-based AnMar International Ltd. as part of its long term strategy to bolster its global ­presence in specialty markets, and to expand its custom manufacturing capabilities. AnMar is a manufacturer and distributor of vitamins, plant extracts, nutraceutical ingredients, amino acids, and other fine chemical related products. “The owners of AnMar have done an ­exceptional job at establishing itself in the US nutraceuticals market with good quality suppliers and its own manufacturing capabilities…with the added capabilities of CellMark’s financial strength and global reach we see a winning combination for AnMar’s suppliers, customers, and employees,” says Hugo Galletta, head of CellMark’s chemical division.

HUBBARD-HALL, INC. IS GETTING A NEW CEO AT THE START OF 2015
Molly C. Kellogg, currently executive vice president of Hubbard-Hall Inc., is set to become president and CEO after the retirement of Andrew K. Skipp on December 31. She will assume the role from January 1, 2015. Kellogg and Skipp are sixth generation family members of the company, whose roots date to 1849. In announcing the change, Charles T. Kellogg, chairman and CFO, said: “With 20 years of experience in the company and having worked in virtually every department, Molly has a deep understanding of the company’s internal strengths and external opportunities. She’s committed to growing the business and brings a unique, long term perspective to our future success.” Skipp announced his retirement to the Board of Directors on September 4, after a 37 year career at Hubbard-Hall. The past 15 have been in his current role.

EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT SEALED BY FITZ CHEM AND IMERYS
Fitz Chem and Imerys have agreed an exclusive distribution agreement for the ImerCare product line in the Central US. The ImerCare brand of natural minerals with Ecocert ­approval is new to North America, introduced for the first time at the May 2014 New York SCC Suppliers Day. ImerCare performance ­additives are derived from natural Perlite, Diatomite, Mica and Kaolin – and improve the functionality and sensory perception of personal care products and cosmetics. From deodorant to face powder, from toothpaste to hair and body care, ImerCare® products enable formulators to achieve their desired specifications using natural minerals in place of additives.

NEW PRESIDENT IS REVEALED BY UNIVAR LATIN AMERICA
Effective September 1, Marco Antonio Quirino is the new president of Univar Latin America. He will report to David Flitman, chief operating officer and president of Univar USA and Latin America. Quirino will manage the company’s businesses in Mexico and Brazil in support of Univar’s operations in the Latin America market. He will be responsible for driving growth and developing partner relationships across Univar’s key industries in the region, including polyurethanes (PUs), personal care, food, agrochemicals, coatings, and oilfield services.

SE TYLOSE APPOINTS GMZ AND EW KAUFMANN AS DISTRIBUTOR PARTNERS
SE Tylose appointed GMZ and EW Kaufmann from September 1, as regional distributor partners for the Tylose product line of cellulose ethers. The complete portfolio of methyl & hydroxyethyl cellulose ether grades as they relate to paint polymerization and other industrial markets (excludes personal care/household, industrial & institutional ) will be managed by EW Kaufmann in the Northeast and by GMZ in the Midwest and Ohio Valley. In the CASE market, GMZ and EW Kaufmann join the other two divisions of KODA Distribution Group, namely Ribelin Sales and P.T. Hutchins in representing SE Tylose. KODA Construction Solutions will continue to represent SE Tylose nationally for the construction market.

DISTRIBUTION AWARD GOES TO MCCULLOUGH & ASSOCIATES
Bayer MaterialScience has revealed McCullough & Associates as the recipient of the 2013 CAS Distributor StraCo Award. The criteria for the award includes overall sales growth, growth of specific StraCo product line areas and adding new customers to the Bayer portfolio. This is McCullough & Associates’ fifth StraCo win since 2007.

TRI TEAMBUILDING EVENT LENDS A HELPING HAND TO PEOPLE IN NEED
Staff from TRInternational, Inc. (TRI) used a teambuilding activity to construct 10 prosthetic hands for amputees from developing countries. The event marked the company’s 20th anniversary in August, and saw 27 employees from across North America convene at the Seattle headquarters for the OdysseyTeams’ “Helping Hands” training solutions program. The strap-on plastic hands, designed by the Ellen Meadows Prosthetic Hand Foundation, are composed of moving and non-moving high-grip digits controlled by a spring-loaded mechanism.

OHIO FACILITY UNVEILED BY PVC NOLWOOD HELPS EXPAND FOOTPRINT
PVS Nolwood, a division of PVS Chemicals, has opened a new ­facility in Sharonville, OH. This allows the company to expand their distribution footprint further. The grand opening on October 23 saw customers, vendors, prospects and city officials tour the 101,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility. It also allowed this new market to meet key personnel within the PVS Chemicals organization. The site is located to the north of ­Cincinnati – enabling PVS to reach Louisville, KY, Indianapolis, IN, ­Columbus, OH and the greater ­Cincinnati/Dayton market. “We are excited about the ­opportunity to partner with the city of Sharonville to expand our ­business and our service capabilities to our ­customers in a safe and ­reliable manner,” says Tracy Temple, vice president of sales and marketing. “This new ­facility will not only help PVS and our customers grow, but will ­ultimately impact the growth of the local economies of Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky as well.”

DATACOR, INC. PARTNERS WITH FORMULATOR SOFTWARE, LLC
Software developer Datacor, Inc., has announced a joint venture with Formulator Software, LLC to integrate FORMULATOR™ and Chempax functionality, to streamline the collaborative process between laboratory and production. “Formulator’s expertise in the lab combined with our experience in production and operations gives our customers a powerful end to end solution for bringing products to market. We know this is going to be a huge ­success for our customers,” says Sean W. O’Donnell, Datacor president.

MAROON GROUP HIRES SEVERAL KEY STAFF AND SEALS ADDIPEL DEAL
Maroon Group LLC has welcomed Brian Wilson to its team as chief financial officer. The company expects Wilson’s background with multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 and private-­equity owned companies to help drive Maroon Group through organic growth as well as mergers and acquisitions. “Brian Wilson brings a wealth of financial experience to Maroon Group LLC,” says Mark E. Reichard, president and CEO of Maroon Group. “He has an extensive background and successful tenure in all areas of financial management, credit relationships, and ­executive team support. He understands the path we hope to follow as organic growth and strategic expansion remain our focus.” The company has also appointed Howard Hubert as chief commercial officer, and Anton Dolenc as director of operations, Avon. Hubert has experience in the industrial gas distribution industry. Prior to joining Maroon Group, he was senior vice president of the packaged gas ­division for Matheson-Trigas. Dolence has experience in warehouse, ­distribution, and logistics management. Meanwhile, Maroon Group has also announced the acquisition of Addipel, LLC, a custom blender and re-packager based in Avon Lake, OH. “Maroon Group is excited to expand our value added service offering with the acquisition of Addipel,” says Mark E. Reichard, president and CEO of Maroon Group. “This is a milestone for our organization as Addipel is our first acquisition in our 37-year history.”

NACD MEMBERS ARE SEEING BENEFIT OF VISITS FROM CONGRESSMEN
Tuttle, Oklahoma, and Brainerd Chemical Company, Inc. welcomed Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK) and showed him first-hand how the family-owned business is working to provide quality jobs and ensure safety and job satisfaction through programs like Responsible Distribution®. NACD president Eric R. Byer thinks these visits to NACD members are invaluable: “Visits to NACD member facilities by elected officials and their staff are incredibly important in educating Congress about the challenges our industry faces. Building relationships with our nation’s leaders greatly enhances our efforts in Washington and gives us an opportunity to tell our story. We are thrilled that Greg was able to show Congressman Cole the value his company brings to ­Oklahoma’s Fourth Congressional District.” Meanwhile, Rep. Jim Cooper (D-TN) has also visited Deeks & Company, Inc. and Rep. Lamar Smith (R-TX) has toured Douglas Products, Inc.

RADCHEM PRODUCTS, INC GROWS WITH THREE NEW TEAM MEMBERS
Radchem Products, Inc. has seen several new additions to its staff in recent months, most recently with Will Radostits joining as logistics and marketing manager. Radostits was appointed in August and will be focusing on logistics, transportation, supply, sales support, marketing and terminal relations. He’s a graduate from the University of Iowa and previously had an ­internship with Radchem in 2011. In July, the company also hired Chris Widup – as a sales representative covering Central & Southern Illinois, Missouri and Iowa – and Don Vlasaty who is now supply and purchasing manager.

CONGRESSMAN GIBSON PAYS A VISIT TO KIC CHEMICALS’ SITE
Rep. Chris Gibson (R-NY) visited KIC Chemicals, Inc. headquartered in New Paltz, NY, to learn about the chemical distribution industry and how the small business is working to ensure their facility and the local community is safe through programs like Responsible Distribution. “We were delighted to host a visit by Congressman Chris Gibson, and honored that he found the time to learn about our business and our concerns,” states KIC Chemicals president Ed Kort. “He made several specific suggestions as to how he can help us, and we look forward to working with his office.”

EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT SEALED BY FITZ CHEM AND IMERYS
Fitz Chem and Imerys have agreed an exclusive distribution agreement for the ImerCare® product line in the Central US. The ImerCare brand of natural minerals with Ecocert approval is new to North America, introduced for the first time at the May 2014 New York SCC Suppliers Day. ImerCare performance additives are derived from natural Perlite, Diatomite, Mica and Kaolin – and improve the functionality and sensory perception of personal care products and cosmetics.

REP. HULTGREN VISITS PRODUCERS CHEMICAL COMPANY IN ILLINOIS
Producers Chemical Company has welcomed Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) back to its Sugar Grove, Ill. facility to show him the value and safety of chemical distribution companies that participate in programs like Responsible Distribution. “I thoroughly enjoyed meeting with Producers Chemical leadership and staff as well as learning about their efforts to keep the surrounding community safe through Responsible Distribution,” says Rep. Hultgren, who sits on the House Committee on Financial Services and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. “I will continue to work in Congress to establish commonsense policies that create a safe, secure, and thriving environment for our businesses and our communities here in Illinois.”

As of October 2, NACD is pleased to announce the following Members and Chemical Handler Affiliates have passed the 5th cycle (2014-2016) on-site Responsible Distribution Verification:

Distributor Members

• Acid Products Co., Inc.
• Advanced Chemical Concepts, Inc.
• Advanced Chemical Logistics, Ltd.
• A.G. Layne, Inc.
• Allied Universal Corporation
• Amber Chemical, Inc.
• American International Chemical, Inc.
• Astro Chemicals, Inc.
• Bedford Specialty Sales, Inc.
• B.H. Roettker Co., Inc.
• Borden & Remington Corp.
• Brainerd Chemical Company, Inc.
• Cal-Chem
• Callahan Company
• Cascade Columbia Distribution
• CheMarCo, Inc.
• Chemical Distributors, Inc.
• Chemicals, Inc. USA, a Chemgroup Co.
• Chemical Solvents, Inc.
• Chemisphere Corporation
• Chem One Ltd.
• Chem/Serv, Inc.
• Chou Enterprises Ltd
• Conchemco, Ltd.
• D.B. Becker Company, Inc.
• D & F Distributing, Inc.
• D.N. Lukens, Inc.
• DPC Industries, Inc.
• Emco Chemical Distributors, Inc.
• Essential Ingredients, Inc.
• Fitz Chem Corporation
• Gilbert & Jones Company Inc.
• Gillen Company, LLC
• Hall Technologies, Inc.
• Harwick Standard Distribution Corp.
• Hawk Chemical Company LLC.
• Horn
• Houghton Chemical Corporation
• Hubbard-Hall Inc.
• Industrial Chemicals, Inc.
• J.H. Calo Company, Inc.
• JR Hess Company
• K-Solv, LP
• Lincoln Fine Ingredients
• Lintech International
• McCullough & Associates
• New England Resins & Pigments Corp.
• NorFalco Inc. (A Glencore Company)
• Pacific Coast Chemicals Co.
• Palmer Holland, Inc.
• Parchem – fine & specialty chemicals
• PhibroChem
• Pochteca Materias Primas S.A. de C.V.
• Pride Solvents & Chemical Co., Inc.
• Producers Chemical Company
• PVS-Nolwood Chemicals, Inc.
• Radchem Products, Inc.
• Raw Materials Corporation
• Riverside Chemical Co., Inc.
• Ross Organic
• Rowell Chemical Corp.
• Royale Pigments and Chemicals, Inc.
• Sagar Enterprises, Inc.
• Sal Chemical
• Schibley Chemical Company, Inc.
• Sea-Land Chemical Co.
• Tarr, LLC
• Technical Products, Inc.
• Thatcher Company
• The Cary Company
• The M.F. Cachat Company
• T.H. Hilson Company
• Third Coast Terminals, Inc.
• Tilley Chemical Co., Inc.
• Transchemical Inc.
• TRInternational, Inc.
• Valley Solvents & Chemicals
• Veckridge Chemical Company, Inc.
• Viking Chemical Company
• Vivion, Inc.
• Walsh & Associates, Inc.
• Webb Chemical Service Corp.
• Whitaker Oil Company
• Wilson Industrial Sales Co., Inc.

Chemical Handler Affiliates

• Amware Logistics Services dba NKM Warehousing
• Anderson All Points Solutions, Inc. dba Ennis Logistics
• Brook Warehousing Corp.
• Crystal Warehouse Corp.
• Jensen-Souders & Associates, Inc.
• Linden Bulk Transportation
• Linden Warehouse and Distribution Co., Inc.
• Pacific Coast Warehouse Co.
• Weber Logistics

THANKS TO OUR PAC CONTRIBUTORS
The following contributed to the Responsible Distribution PACD.

• Brian Bagley, Bedford ­Specialty Sales, Inc.
• Brian T. Chenette, Gilbert & Jones Company Inc.
• Celeste Clark, NACD
• Normand W. Lafontaine, ­Bedford Specialty Sales, Inc.
• Sean W. O’Donnell, Datacor, Inc.
• Michael Fegan, Technichem, Inc.
• Jessica Fegan, Connection Chemical LP
• Jennifer Gibson, NACD
• Bruce L. Whetter, Americhem Sales Corporation
• Patrick J. Marantette, Horn
• Richard W. Motley, Chemsolv, Inc.
• George M. Gilbert, Gilbert & Jones Company Inc.
• Mike Lang, NACD
• Kathy Radostits, Radchem Products, Inc.
• William Radostits, Radchem Products, Inc.
• Randy Schlegel, NACD
• Don Witteman, Dorsett & Jackson, Inc.
• William L. Whitcher, Viking Chemical Company
• Daniel M. Bates, Valley ­Solvents & Chemicals
• William Lane, Industrial Chemicals, Inc.
• Skip Tarr, Tarr, LLC
• Beatrice Barnes, PM Group ­International, Inc.
• William Barnes, PM Group ­International, Inc.
• Allen Brecht, Transchem, Inc
• Anthony C. Gulli, Brown ­Chemical Co., Inc.
• Roger T. Harris, Producers Chemical Company
• Mark Reichard, Maroon Group LLC
• Walton Silver, Akrochem ­Corporation
• Timothy F. Nicholson, PVS-Nolwood Chemicals, Inc.