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Last Thursday, we celebrated Halloween with our annual Chili Cook-Off, hosted by our Charity Works Committee! Together, we raised $1,000 for the Wounded Warrior Project and gathered donations of food, toys, towels, and beds, along with a monetary contribution, for the Berea Animal Rescue . It was a fantastic day filled with delicious food and wonderful company. A big thank you to Mission BBQ for generously providing the cornbread!

Looking to elevate your sustainability game with 100% recycled materials? Look no further! Cimbar Resources' Recycled Mineral Filler (RMF) delivers an eco-friendly, postindustrial filler that’s a win for both the planet and your products. Whether you need it for carpet backing, pipe tapes, or elastomers, RMF offers versatility and top-tier performance, crafted through a precise multi-step process for unmatched quality. Ready to make the switch? Discover how RMF can replace traditional fillers while maintaining excellent mechanical properties. Contact your Palmer Holland Account Manager today to learn more! 🌱 Want to be kept up to date with Palmer Holland? Be sure to follow our new showcase pages for Palmer Holland | Plastics and Palmer Holland | CASE!

Looking for a vibrant, high-performance pigment for your plastic applications? Bayplast® Orange TP LXS 51137 from LANXESS is the solution! With its outstanding properties, this organic pigment delivers exceptional results across a variety of materials. Why choose Bayplast® Orange TP LXS 51137? • High brilliance and a reddish-casted orange shade that stands out. • Superior color strength compared to inorganic pigments. • Excellent heat stability and processability in plastics • Good light- and weather fastness and high migration fastness, ensuring longevity and durability. Contact Palmer Holland today to learn about how Bayplast® Orange TP LXS 51137 is right for you! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gcYyv6Ss

From Data to Decisions: Unlocking Growth through Digitization and AI We had a fantastic panel discussion, featuring industry leaders from Palmer Holland, LyondellBasell, Datacor Inc, and ExxonMobil. The conversation centered around the transformative power of digitization and AI in the chemical industry. Key Takeaways: Digital Ubiquity: Lawrence Moreaux from LyondellBasell emphasized the importance of "digital ubiquity" in today's chemical industry. Customer-Centric Approach: Charlie Laurie of Palmer Holland discussed how digitization and AI can help create a more holistic customer experience, from faster order processing to improved information access. Strategic Implementation: Lawrence Moreaux also stressed the need for strategic alignment in implementing digitization and AI initiatives to avoid siloed activities. AI for Good: Duncan Connolly from Exxonmobil highlighted the potential of AI to drive strategic differentiation, particularly in product management and revenue management. He emphasized the importance of partnerships in harnessing AI for positive impact. Change Management: Tom Jackson from Datacor discussed the critical role of change management in successfully implementing digitization and AI initiatives. Stay tuned for more updates from The Chemical Summit! #TheChemicalSummit #PanelDiscussion #Digitization #AI #BusinessGrowth

Get to know Focus Chemical, a subsidiary of Palmer Holland that has an in-house lab in Greenville, South Carolina! This lab specializes in developing cutting-edge products and identifying synergies across our extensive portfolio.   Focus Chemical specializes in creating tailored solutions to maximize performance, enhance emulsions, and meet your unique needs. Our team of expert chemists utilizes cutting-edge equipment like FT-IR and microtap to deliver top-quality, domestically manufactured products.    Interested in learning more about how Focus Chemical can enhance and support your product development? Check out our latest article for an in-depth look at the many capabilities of Focus Chemical: https://lnkd.in/gkjiPMS4

UPDATE: ILA and USMX Reach Tentative Agreement                   The ILA and USMX have reached a preliminary agreement, temporarily suspending the Longshoremen Union Strike through January 15. Negotiations will continue in the coming months, and the union will return to work today. We are in open communication with our suppliers, and our logistics teams are working to proactively manage any changes in port activity. Palmer Holland is continuously monitoring the situation and is committed to keeping you updated on any new developments.

As industries strive to meet global sustainability goals, the plastics industry faces unique challenges—and exciting opportunities. At Palmer Holland, we're committed to helping our customers navigate the evolving world of sustainable plastics. Explore insights from our Market Manager, Samantha Sullivan on sustainability in plastics and how to start the conversation toward greener solutions. Read our latest post here: https://lnkd.in/gKfbYxYA

With a larger push for more sustainable solutions, the paints and coatings sector is evolving! At Palmer Holland, we’re committed to helping our customers reduce environmental impact, from lowering VOC emissions to integrating greener raw materials. Discover insights from our CASE Marketing Director, Samantha Brooks, on how sustainable innovation is transforming the paints and coatings industry and what it means for the future. Check out our latest post here: https://lnkd.in/gTZzpqn2

Maintaining Connections Amid Changes in Port Operations Port Workers from Maine to Texas are on strike, potentially impacting shipments across the East and Gulf Coasts. Palmer Holland is committed to minimizing disruption for our customers. Our team continues to be proactive to ensure inventory levels and keep your supply chain stable. Learn more about what’s happening and our action plan here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dmN8q2-T

October is Employee Ownership Month! Employee Ownership Month is a time to celebrate companies where employees have an ownership stake, making them part of the decision-making process and driving success together. We are proud of our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), making all our employees, owners! Our ESOP goes further than our office walls. Read more about employee ownership at Palmer Holland and how it can impact you, our customers! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gB9ZQ2QF #ESOP #PalmerHolland #EmployeeOwnershipMonth