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SOCMA WELCOMES SIX NEW MEMBERS IN Q4 2024

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2 weeks ago

November 6, 2024

ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) proudly announces the addition of six new members in Q4 2024, further strengthening its diverse membership base.

Manufacturer members:

Integrity BioChem: “Joining SOCMA aligns with our commitment to sustainable innovation,” said Jimmy Jett, President & CEO of Integrity BioChem, which develops and produces modified biopolymers and bio-based surfactants for the energy, mining, industrial, ag, and specialty markets using renewable and sustainable practices. “We’re excited to collaborate with fellow members to advance bio-based solutions and contribute to the domestic manufacturing resurgence.”

Kodak Specialty Chemicals: “Kodak Specialty Chemicals is excited to join SOCMA and leverage their robust network of industry leaders and innovators to grow our CDMO business,” said Jonathan Hall, Business Development Director at Kodak Specialty Chemicals. “We look to benefit from their significant resources, including industry reports, regulatory updates, and best practices, to help us remain informed and competitive in a complex, heavily regulated industry. SOCMA membership will enable us to connect with industry professionals and generate new leads and opportunities as we drive our business forward.”

West Texas Blending: “SOCMA’s longstanding reputation was a major factor in our decision to join,” noted Hugo Lozano, CEO at West Texas Blending, which offers full-service chemical blending capabilities for oil & gas, water management, and agricultural services. “Their industry presence enhances our credibility and opens doors to potential partnerships. We look forward to leveraging this membership for future growth.”

Affiliate members

Chemical South Transport: “We decided it was a no-brainer to join SOCMA,” said Nicole Evans, Vice President of Chemical South Transport, which delivers safe, reliable, and innovative solutions in the handling, transporting, and transloading of bulk liquid chemicals. “SOCMA’s network of industry professionals, advocacy efforts, and resources will not only help us stay updated on regulatory changes but also enhance our safety and operational efficiency. This partnership positions us to be more competitive and well-informed in the ever-growing chemical industry.”

Hoover CS: “We really value SOCMA’s commitment to safe and sustainable practices, fostering connections and collaboration, and sharing valuable insights and resources,” said Lana Belmokadem of Hoover CS, which provides sustainable packaging solutions through its rental fleet of reusable liquid and dry IBCs and ISO tanks, helping customers reduce plastic waste, conserve water, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. “Their industry leadership aligns perfectly with our mission to advance circularity across the supply chain.”

WAB US Corp.: “SOCMA membership allows WAB US to reinforce current connections with member manufacturers and make new connections with a broader peer network,” said Daniel Grskovic, President of WAB US Corp., which provides advanced mixing and milling technologies critical to the specialty chemical sector. “WAB supports the aims of SOCMA by offering highly customized resources, operational excellence, and commercial growth. We see ourselves as enablers, providing the processing technology tools essential to chemical manufacturing in North America.”

“These six new members exemplify the innovation and diversity driving our industry forward,” said Jennifer Abril, President & CEO of SOCMA. ” From bio-based solutions to advanced processing technologies, each brings unique value to the specialty chemical sector and to the SOCMA community. Their decision to join SOCMA highlights the critical role of collaboration in navigating today’s complex chemical landscape. We are ready to work alongside them in strengthening North American specialty chemical manufacturing.”

For membership inquiries, contact Jenny Gaines, jgaines@socma.org.

About SOCMA:
SOCMA is the only U.S.-based trade association dedicated to the specialty and fine chemicals industry. Visit https://www.socma.org.

Contact:
Nate Bell
Sr. Manager, Member Communications & Programs
571-348-5100
nbell@socma.org

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Oberon Securities Advises Keens Steakhouse in Sale Transaction

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3 hours ago

November 23, 2024

Oberon Securities acted as exclusive advisor to Keens Steakhouse in the sale transaction.

NEW YORK, Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Oberon Securities, a New York-based middle market investment banking firm, acted as exclusive advisor to Keens Steakhouse in the sale transaction announced yesterday.

With more than 70 senior bankers serving businesses across the country and around the world, Oberon is one of the fastest growing New York City based middle-market investment banking firms. Its clients benefit from the market credibility associated with the firm’s longstanding relationships with many of the nation’s largest and most prestigious institutional investors. Oberon’s approach has generated numerous long-term, multi-transaction client engagements and attracted investment bankers who have spent their careers working with middle-market companies.

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Steven Alschuler, Oberon Securities, 1 917-647-2151, steve@alschulerpr.com, https://oberonsecurities.com/

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Specified Technologies Inc. Unveils Firestop Clash Management and Locator Updates

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6 hours ago

November 23, 2024

SOMERVILLE, N.J., Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Specified Technologies Inc. has announced their latest Firestop Clash Management (FCM) and Firestop Locator (FSL) releases. FCM automates the process of locating and assigning firestop solutions to conditions within Autodesk® Revit®, enabling firestop novices to find firestop solutions like a firestop expert. In this latest release, STI has further expanded the capabilities of FCM by integrating it with their firestop documentation and compliance tool, Firestop Locator (FSL). FSL enables contractors and facilities’ teams to document the status, location, and products used for any and all fire life safety services across a building.

In the latest update for FSL, teams can now create custom items to track any service on their project beyond the base six (Penetration, Joint, Extinguisher, Door, Damper, and Barrier). Teams can also modify the base six items to include project specific inspection and maintenance requirements and any other details that they would like to be tracked.

With this new integration, decisions made during the design phase of a building using FCM are seamlessly passed into FSL during the construction phase, giving implementation teams a jump start on work to be done. This integration also improves data integrity and eliminates the guesswork in the field of determining what firestop systems and products are to be used where.

“We’re proud of the latest releases of FCM and FSL and look forward to continuing to support the fire life safety community,” says Justin Pine, Sr. Manager of Software & Services.

Specified Technologies Inc. promotes life and building safety by developing innovative fire protection systems and accompanying digital tools that help stop the spread of fire, smoke, and hot gases. Our SpecSeal® and EZ Path® product lines are engineered for easy installation and deliver powerful performance, often resulting in lower installed costs. Since firestopping is our only business, we concentrate all our resources on providing the highest quality, fully tested, innovative firestopping solutions.

Contact: Jess Bern; jbern@stifirestop.com

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ZICC: Internet Experts Pay Attention to the Development of Artificial Intelligence

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7 hours ago

November 23, 2024

BEIJING, Nov. 23, 2024 /CNW/ — During the Wuzhen Summit of the World Internet Conference, ZICC interviewed Internet experts from all over the world.

Lampros Sterg, UNESCO Chair in AI & Data Science, said that AI can accelerate social progress, but it needs to be used properly to avoid its negative effects in order to benefit citizens and society. Latif Ladid, the president of the IPv6 Forum, called for the establishment of a global governance system to allow artificial intelligence technology to serve humanity for good. South Korean computer scientist Kilnam Chon shared insights on AI’s positive role in healthcare. He urged global efforts to ensure AI safety and prevent its misuse in weapons. Indian entrepreneur Bibin Babu said he believes that AI will not replace humans, but will create more new jobs.

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