Evonik buys control of colloidal silica producer
ERJ staff report (R&PN)
PARSIPPANY, N. J., (April 15, 2010)-Evonik Degussa Corp. has acquired controlling interested in Harris & Ford Silco L.L.C. of Portland, Ore.
The acquired company-which was renamed-Evonik Silco Materials L.L.C.-manufactures colloidal silica and ultra-high purity silica, a key component of the chemical mechanical polishing process in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
Carbon black and silica producer Evonik Degussa purchased the operation from Indianapolis-based Harris & Ford L.L.C. for an undisclosed amount.
From Rubber & Plastics News (A Crain publication)
Press release from Evonik
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