Dow Chemical to help Hurricane Katrina affected employees & others
01 Sep '05
3 min read
"Dow people are known for their community outreach. It is desperately needed here, in their own communities. Company is with the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama and committed to helping in the efforts to make sure people get through the immediate disaster, and can go on to recover and re-build."
Additionally, retirees and employees are being asked to donate blood in an effort to replenish supplies lost in the region, and to give their time and effort in assisting their local relief agencies when they ask for volunteers.
Dow Corning was established in 1943 specifically to explore the potential of silicones. Silicone process aids and surfactants used in fabric, leather finishes and nonwovens. Currently, Dow Corning provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers worldwide.
The Dow Chemical Company and Corning, Incorporated equally own a global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, offering more than 7,000 products and services, Dow Corning. More than half of Dow Corning's annual sales are outside the United States.