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Clariant start ups PP catalyst plant with CB&I technology

22 Oct '16
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Clariant has started up a new polypropylene (PP) catalyst production plant in Kentucky, USA with technology from CB&I, a supplier of technology and infrastructure for the energy industry.
The plant is the largest US production facility for Clariant's catalysts and will produce next generation catalysts for the worldwide polypropylene industry.

CB&I's partnership with Clariant strengthens both companies' position in polypropylene catalyst and technology by leveraging joint research and development efforts. This includes Clariant's production experience and CB&I's expertise in catalyst, process design and licensing of polypropylene plants.

"The new plant will manufacture high-performing, innovative catalysts to help the global industry efficiently produce a complete portfolio of polypropylene resins," Philip Asherman, CEO at CB&I said.

ALCHEMPro News Desk – India

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