Rhodia opens US silica plant

ERJ staff report (DS)

Chicago heights, Illinois -- Rhodia inaugurated its expansion of highly

dispersible silica production at its Chicago Heights, furthering its

commitment to support the future growth of its customers. The expansion of 16,000 tons

increases Rhodia's North American capacity by 33 percent. The ribbon-cutting ceremony

included customers, key business partners, and public officials.

"One year after commissioning our new plant in Qingdao, China, this additional increase in

production capacity confirms our continued commitment to leadership in highly dispersible

silica," commented Tom Benner, president of Silica. "We are also in the construction phase

of a similar expansion at Collonges au Mont d'Or, France that will be completed in 2012.

The Chicago Heights site, located south of Chicago, Illinois, founded in 1995, is one of eight

Rhodia sites producing highly dispersible silica at the highest quality standard for fuel-saving

tyres, battery separators, and other key markets.

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Press release from Rhodia