Dow-Corning adds HCR-silicone capacity at Wiesbaden
ERJ staff report (DS)
Wiesbaden, Germany -- Dow Corning has expanded its manufacturing site at Wiesbaden, Germany, creating additional capacity for the manufacture of high consistency rubber (HCR) for European customers.
Dow-Corning said the move is in response to growing demand for silicone rubber in Europe and the Middle East, and includes the addition of a number of employees.  The site will manufacture High Consistency Rubber (HCR) and Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) for a full spectrum of industrial and consumer applications.   
The company did not give any details of capacity, employment or investment numbers. 
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