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The Freedonia Group has released a new study that predicts demand for chemical solvents will rise less than one percent per year to 11.8 billion pounds in 2012.

OMNOVA Solutions Inc. has reported a net loss of $3.1 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, for the second quarter ended May 31, 2008, compared to a net loss of $9.8 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2007.

Charles Malloy and Wendy Kozel have joined Troy Corp. as Regional Sales Managers.

The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) has released a case study and safety video on the July 2007 explosion and fire at the Barton Solvents’ distribution facility in Valley Center, KS.

OMNOVA Solutions has announced its 2007 Technology Awards recipients.

Allcoat Technology has named Cliff Tishler Vice President, Sales and Marketing.

Researchers at North Carolina State University have found that quantum dot nanoparticles can penetrate the skin if there is an abrasion, providing insight into potential workplace concerns for healthcare workers or individuals involved in the manufacturing of quantum dots or doing research on potential biomedical applications of the tiny nanoparticles.

Plasticolors, Inc. has recently completed the realignment of its North American sales agency network.

Container Management Systems, LLC (CMS) has announced the appointment of Judy Nabers as Chief Financial Officer.

Global specialty chemicals manufacturer Sartomer Co. has named Marcel de Wolf as Chief Executive Officer.