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The new fumed alumina production plant in Yokkaichi aims to strengthen the supply of advanced materials for batteries and coatings in Asia.
Oct. 27, 2025
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The combined company will operate under the Chemstream name, integrating distribution, research and development, and manufacturing across multiple U.S. locations.
Oct. 27, 2025
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Fischer Esterification: A specific type of esterification that involves the reaction between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid in the presence of an acid catalys
A new industry report shows specialty chemical manufacturers adapting to shifts in chemistry demand and investing in digital and regulated manufacturing capacity.
Oct. 24, 2025
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No Surprise, Trump Administration Faces Lawsuit Over Chemical Plant Pollution Exemptions
The exemptions affect regulations controlling dangerous chemicals that are known or suspected carcinogens.
Oct. 24, 2025

Comical Processing

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A new Jerry King cartoon is awaiting your funny quips.
Sept. 10, 2025
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Congratulations to Chuck Lewis for providing a great earworm. Watch out for the pop tops.
June 25, 2025
Comical Processing cartoon by Jerry King -- now hiring
Congratulations to Maria Amelia Suarez Gutierrez for writing the caption that made our editors laugh the loudest.
April 8, 2025
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Jerry King Cartoon of engineers testing skills
Congratulations to Chuck Lewis for writing the funniest cartoon caption.
Jan. 13, 2025

Utilities/Energy

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The U.S. Keeps Breaking Renewable Energy Records
Despite policy setbacks, market forces and technological advancements continue to drive the renewable energy boom across the country.
Sept. 12, 2025
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25 June 2024, Rotterdam, Netherlands. Europe's largest green hydrogen plant will be built on Maasvlakte 2. Shell Energy owns the futuristic plant which will be named Holland Hydrogen. I
The company will redirect capital toward lower carbon projects it considers more competitive.
Sept. 3, 2025
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Market projected to reach $5.4 billion by 2029 as immersion cooling replaces traditional air systems, spurring innovation from Perstorp, Shell and Chemours.
Aug. 15, 2025
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Semiconductor Production At Electronics Manufacturing Facility:
The new production units in Dresden mark the company’s largest electronics investment in Europe and follow recent expansion in Idaho.
July 28, 2025

Workforce & Training

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Hiring Generation Z
Gen Z hiring is only part of the solution for a shrinking chemical industry workforce.
Sept. 23, 2025
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Consider safeguarding senior leaders from burnout in high-stakes projects as an extension of design for safety.
Sept. 3, 2025
How Curiosity, Allyship and Resilience Drive Safer, Smarter Chemical Facilities
The key to safe facilities isn’t found in data sheets – it’s in the human element. If your team is burnt out, disengaged or unheard, you’re at risk.
Aug. 1, 2025
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3M introduces the Top 10 finalists for the 2025 Young Scientist Challenge
Finalists will work with 3M scientists to refine STEM-based innovations ahead of an October competition at 3M headquarters in Minnesota.
June 25, 2025

Environmental

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Study finds heavy metals and industrial chemicals from duty-free manufacturing facilities are generating hydrogen sulfide concentrations up to 4,500 ppb, far exceeding health ...
Oct. 6, 2025
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EPA: Polluters Must Pay for PFAS Cleanup
The EPA's recent decision to retain PFOA and PFOS in the Superfund program signals a focus on accountability for chemical polluters, despite industry opposition.
Sept. 23, 2025
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WATFORD CITY — Though the push in the U.S. to drive down climate-warming emissions has slowed, officials at the North Dakota oil industry's annual meeting on Wednesday said...
Sept. 19, 2025
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A snapshot of Federal and state microplastics regulatory and policy developments that could prove to be a big deal.
Sept. 16, 2025

Economics

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LG Chem and Toyota Group Partner to Accelerate Cathode Materials Market Entry
Toyota Tsusho acquires a 25% share in LG Chem’s Gumi cathode facility to boost North American battery supply.
Sept. 9, 2025
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The chemical company is appealing the Trump administration's funding cancellation and exploring alternative ways to scale its methanolysis recycling technology at other sites....
Aug. 6, 2025
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Trade groups praise R&D tax breaks and battery incentives but warn new foreign entity rules and clean energy credit cuts could hinder chemical investment strategies.
Aug. 4, 2025
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Deal strengthens Bakelite’s sustainable materials portfolio with 100% bio-based adhesives used in engineered wood applications, according to the company.
July 23, 2025

Learning Resources

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In this latest of our ongoing series of exclusive webinars, Jonathan McPherson, director of K-State's Advanced Manufacturing and Bulk Solids Technology Center, will moderate a...
Nov. 6, 2025
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Discover how Corzan® CPVC resists corrosion, biofilm, and chemical attack, making it the superior choice for potable water systems in demanding environments.
Oct. 2, 2025

Process Safety With Trish & Traci Podcast

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Trevor Kletz revolutionized process safety through HAZOP advocacy, inherent safety principles, learning from accidents, and emphasizing design simplification over complex add-...
Oct. 14, 2025
Podcast: How Equipment Reliability Impacts Process Safety
Equipment reliability failures at Longford, BP and Buncefield highlight process safety lessons, maintenance KPIs and industry risks.
Sept. 9, 2025
Podcast: Challenge the Illusion of Safety
Chemical facilities miss critical safety insights by investigating the wrong incidents with the wrong questions. Learn from research that analyzed over 10,000 incidents across...
Aug. 12, 2025
Permit to Work Failures Prove Deadly
Permit-to-work failures killed 167 men on Piper Alpha. Learn critical safety lessons to prevent future disasters.
July 22, 2025

Distilled Podcast

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KROHNE experts discuss flow measurement technologies for chlor-alkali processes, covering magmeters, Coriolis meters, entrained gas management and safety integrity levels.
Oct. 24, 2025
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Jungle Fumble - The Ecuador Lawsuit Against Texaco/Chevron
Environmental consultant discusses massive fraud in $9.5 billion Ecuador lawsuit against Chevron, revealing fabricated evidence and judicial corruption.
Oct. 3, 2025
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KHRONE's Joe Incontri, director of marketing, discusses the company’s flow meter lineup.
Sept. 29, 2025
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Jon Katz reviews the top chemical industry news from September 2025.
EPA fires staff over dissent letter while industry groups push for faster chemical reviews before 2026 TSCA reauthorization deadline are among the top news stories September 2025...
Sept. 26, 2025