MUNICH/SAO PAULO - Wacker Chemie AG has inaugurated its expanded technical center, including training center, near São Paulo, Brazil. The new regional competence center for South America combines research and development, applications technology, and a basic- and advanced-training facility for silicone and polymer applications under one roof. The expansion focuses on the labs for polymer binders, which are primarily used in construction chemical applications. The integrated WACKER ACADEMY training facility, which is also being expanded, is furnished with a new practice room, offering an ideal platform for industry-specific networking among customers, distribution partners, and WACKER specialists. With the expansion, the Brazil technical center is increasing its local expertise in applications technology, know-how transfer and service, serving the growing markets for high-quality silicone and polymer products in South America.
The expansion was necessitated by the region’s strong economic growth, particularly in the field of sophisticated construction, paint and coating applications.