Cabot Corporation Breaks Ground on New Fumed Silica Facility in China
Cabot to increase fumed silica production through investment to meet
market demand in
WUHAI,
The project, announced in
CAB-O-SIL® fumed silica is a key ingredient in a variety of applications, including silicone elastomers, composites, adhesives, coatings, energy storage and consumer goods. Cabot’s fumed silica production technology ensures a high-performing and consistent fumed silica product that helps customers advance solutions in growth markets such as automotive, construction and renewable energy.
“Today is a momentous day for all of us as we break ground on this
important expansion that will allow us to grow our manufacturing
capabilities to meet the growing needs of our customers,” said
The new facility will have a manufacturing capacity of 8,000 metric tons of fumed silica per year. Cabot’s latest technological advances will be incorporated in the plant design and operations. These technologies will enhance Cabot’s leadership position in the industry, while promoting an industry standard in energy efficiency and recycling of by-product streams.
“This investment is an important milestone in our corporate strategy to
extend our leadership in performance materials by investing for growth
in our core businesses,” Keohane continued. “We are proud of our
industry and technology leadership in
“Our new facility will allow us to better serve our customers in parts
of
“We are very glad to establish this partnership with Cabot. We will
provide all-around support for the construction and operation of the new
plant,” said Wang Yongquan, Chairman of
Cabot has operated in
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