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Genoa Corporation Extends Bulk Gas Supply Agreement with Praxair Semiconductor Materials
DANBURY, Conn.--Nov. 6, 2001--Praxair, Inc.announced today that Genoa Corp. has extended its contract with Praxair for the supply of their bulk semiconductor gases including liquid nitrogen and liquid hydrogen.
The 5-year extension also includes the installation of a new bulk liquid nitrogen system at Genoa's expanding manufacturing facility in Fremont, California. Praxair Semiconductor Materials currently supplies Genoa with bulk nitrogen and hydrogen, as well as gas delivery systems and other semiconductor process gases. The bulk gases are used in Genoa's epitaxial and other process reactors during the semiconductor wafer manufacturing process. "By upgrading the existing high-purity nitrogen system, Praxair will be providing Genoa with reliable and timely delivery of both nitrogen and hydrogen used in its critical manufacturing process," explained Frank Crespo, global vice president, Praxair Semiconductor Materials. Genoa is a next-generation optical semiconductor company focused on the growing optical communications industry. Genoa invented the first, broad-spectrum, single-chip linear optical amplifier (LOA) capable of handling multiple wavelengths of light. Praxair Semiconductor Materials is continuing to expand its product and services portfolio, which now includes an ultra-high purity bulk ammonia system, sputtering targets and spare parts and consumables management. The company is dedicated to the development of innovative process materials solutions, helping semiconductor manufacturers lower the cost of ownership, reduce environmental impact and improve productivity. Praxair offers the semiconductor industry a strong, integrated source for process gases, materials supply and related equipment and services. For more information, visit Praxair Semiconductor Materials on the Internet at www.praxair.com/semiconductor. Praxair is the largest industrial gases company in North and South America, and one of the largest worldwide, with 2000 sales of $5 billion. The company produces, sells and distributes atmospheric and process gases, and high-performance surface coatings. Praxair products, services and technology bring productivity and environmental benefits to a wide variety of industries, including aerospace, food and beverage, healthcare, semiconductor materials, steel, chemicals and refining, metal fabrication, water treatment, glass and others.
BP Solvay Polyethylene North America Names Foster Brown President HOUSTON--Nov. 1, 2001--Foster Brown has been named president of BP Solvay Polyethylene North America, a new joint venture for the production of high density polyethylene (HDPE) between Solvay Polymers Inc. and BP Amoco Polymers Inc., effective Nov. 1, 2001. Hyprotech Appoints New President for European Headquarters; Cesc Batlle to Lead Hyprotech's Europe, Middle East and African OperationsCALGARY, Alberta, Canada--Nov. 2, 2001--Hyprotech is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Cesc Batlle as president of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), heading up the company's European Operations. Batlle's primary role will be to assure customer satisfaction and growth within EMEA, as well as to continue to provide a challenging and rewarding environment for all Hyprotech employees in the region. Airgas Completes Sale of Two Nitrous Oxide Plants and Related BusinessRADNOR, Pa.--Nov. 2, 2001--Airgas, Inc. announced today the completion of the sale of two nitrous oxide production facilities and related business to Air Liquide America Corporation. The transaction, which was originally announced on October 3, received provisional approval from the Federal Trade Commission last Friday. Rohm and Haas Acquires Flexible Packaging Adhesives Business From Benjamin MoorePHILADELPHIA, Nov. 2 -- Rohm and Haas Company announced today the acquisition of the flexible packaging adhesives business of Technical Coatings Co., a subsidiary of Benjamin Moore & Co. of New Jersey. The transaction price was not disclosed. Celanese Chemicals to Shut Down Its Vinyl Acetate Unit in Edmonton. Cangrejera VAM Unit to Remain OperationalDALLAS, Nov. 2 -- As part of the company's ongoing performance and process improvement efforts, Celanese Chemicals, the chemicals business of Celanese AG, has announced it will shut down its 85,000 ton capacity VAM unit in Edmonton, Canada by the first quarter of 2002. Chase Corporation Acquires TapecoatBRIDGEWATER, Mass.--Nov. 2, 2001--Chase Corporation today announced that it has concluded the purchase of certain assets of Tapecoat, a Division of TC Manufacturing Co., Inc. of Evanston, Illinois. Tapecoat is a provider of protective coatings for the transportation, marine and geo-synthetics industries and for underground oil, gas and water pipelines. Tapecoat is expected to report sales of about $9 million for 2001. The company recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. Hercules Executive Officers File CertificationWILMINGTON, Del.-- Aug. 19, 2002--Hercules Incorporated today filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the second quarter 2002. Rohm and Haas Temporarily Reduces Supply Of Methyl Methacrylate Monomer (MMA)PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 19 -- Rohm and Haas Company today said that an unexpected power outage damaged production equipment at its Deer Park, Texas, methyl methacrylate (MMA) facility and caused the company to temporarily reduce its supply of that raw material. The company said it expects to restore production within the week and return to full supply levels within 8 weeks. Ecolab's Baker Promoted to President and Chief Operating OfficerST. PAUL, Minn.- -Aug. 20, 2002--Ecolab Inc. announced that, effective immediately, Douglas M. Baker, Jr. has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer. In this position, all business units will report to him. Baker previously served as President - Institutional Sector, and was responsible for the Institutional, Kay and Textile Care businesses. He has held previous leadership positions with Ecolab's Institutional, Kay and European operations. webMethods launches two solution suites for EDI-based operationsFAIRFAX, Virginia (August 20, 2002) - webMethods, a provider of integration software, has launched two new solution suites designed to enable global organizations to upgrade and expand current EDI-based operations by leveraging the webMethods integration platform to gain end-to-end, enterprise integration for automated business processes. Slovnaft: A Middle European refinery’s experience with e-procurementSlovnaft is a refinery and petrochemical company based in Bratislava in the Slovak Republic. Since being privatized in 1992, the formerly state-run company has worked aggressively to modernize and adopt Western business practices, including creating a series of subsidiaries and launching a Strategic Partnership with MOL, one of Hungary’s biggest corporations, in 2000. Transaction hubs turn two, but future cloudyIt’s hard to believe, but Elemica announced the other day that it is celebrating its second anniversary. It’s a milestone worth noting, for it says a great deal about the current state of e-business in the chemical industry. Urecoats Industries Announces Second Quarter Results; Company Continues its Sequential Quarter-by-Quarter GrowthDEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. --Aug. 20, 2002--Urecoats Industries Inc., a technology-driven sales, marketing and product development company, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2002. ChemFirst Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash DividendJACKSON, Miss. --Aug. 20, 2002--ChemFirst Inc. announces a quarterly cash dividend on common stock of 10 cents per share, payable September 20, 2002, to shareholders of record at the close of business September 5, 2002. Ciba Specialty Chemicals Further Strengthens Its Position With Solid PerformanceBASEL, Switzerland--Aug. 21, 2002--Ciba Specialty Chemicals: Second quarter of 2002 outpaces the second quarter of 2001; Proactive measures pay off; Net income up in Swiss francs, despite strong adverse currency effect; Net debt down 46 percent, very strong free cash flow; Outlook 2002: Higher sales and EBITDA in local currencies and higher net income in CHF expected. Solvay Advanced Polymers launches new Web siteALPHARETTA, Georgia (August 21, 2002) – Solvay Advanced Polymers, has launched a new Web site designed to help manufacturers and their end users better understand the benefits of using polymers for membranes. Argonaut forms consortium to develop automated process development instrumentFOSTER CITY, California (November 5, 2001) - Argonaut Technologies has formed a new consortium comprised of two major pharmaceutical and specialty chemical companies with the aim of developing a state-of-the-art, multi-channel synthesizer for chemical process optimization. Joining in the collaboration are Pfizer and ICI. CDEX Inc. Introduces New Member to the Board of DirectorsROCKVILLE, Md.-- Nov. 5, 2001--Today CDEX Inc., a Nevada Corporation announced the addition of Dr. B.D Liaw to its Board of Directors. Foster Wheeler Awarded Contract for Escravos Gas-to-Liquids ProjectHAMILTON, Bermuda--Nov. 5, 2001--Foster Wheeler Ltd. announced that its subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and Nigeria have been awarded a $20 million, front-end engineering and design (FEED) contract, by Chevron Nigeria Ltd (CNL) for a gas-to-liquids (GTL) project. Air Products Polymers introduces emulsions Web siteLEHIGH VALLEY, Pennsylvania (November 5, 2001) - Air Products Polymers airproducts, has introduced an emulsions Web site for its customers worldwide.
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