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New PLIOGRIP by Valvoline tape for molding and emblems introduced to auto repair market

A new acrylic double-sided tape for moldings and emblems is now available to the automobile repair market from Ashland Specialty Polymers & Adhesives, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. The new double-sided tape, part of the PLIOGRIP by Valvoline line of auto body repair products, is water clear, and features a solid core.

29 July 2007

 

Drew Marine Safety’s laboratory now ABS certified to analyze fire-fighting foam concentrates

An approval to analyze fire-fighting foam concentrates was recently granted to Drew Marine Safety’s laboratory by the American Bureau of Shipping. Drew Marine is a business group of Ashland Water Technologies, a division of Ashland Inc.

28 July 2007

 

Cifunsa adds Arena-flow software from Ashland to improve production process

Cinfunsa, a Saltillo, Mexico-based foundry, has added Arena-flow software from Ashland Casting Solutions to their production methods. Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc., is the exclusive marketing agent for Arena-flow design software.

27 July 2007

 

Ashland offers innovative solid chemical feed system for water treatment

Ashland has added solid chemical treatment to its ULTRA-SERV inventory management programs for water treatment. ULTRA-SERV solid chemical programs, offered by Drew Industrial, a business group of Ashland Water Technologies, a division of Ashland Inc., incorporate a solid chemical feeder and associated products to provide an option benefiting customers who prefer not to handle liquid chemicals in pails or drums.

26 July 2007

 

Combined research improves automotive SMC powder-primer performance

Automobile industry scientists and Ashland Inc. experienced success recently as they worked to resolve a paint finish problem that occurs when manufacturers use powder primer with sheet molding compound for exterior automobile body panels.

25 July 2007

 

Ashland Inc. acquires full ownership of Hodogaya Ashland Co., Ltd.

Ashland Inc. completed a transaction whereby it acquired full ownership of the joint venture Hodogaya Ashland Co., Ltd. The purchase price of the stock transaction was not disclosed.

24 July 2007

 

Ashland Composite Polymers obtains global ISO 9001:2000 certification

Global businesses that depend upon a steady material supply rely upon verified standards to ensure that a product will retain consistent properties when produced in different regions of the world. Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc., recently received global ISO 9001:2000 certification for its manufacturing sites, development laboratories and business practices.

23 July 2007

 

Ashland Distribution to serve as exclusive agent for Polynova Composites

Polynova Composites selected Ashland Distribution, a division of Ashland Inc., as its exclusive distribution agent for its line of infusion molding flow reinforcement products. Polynova Composites manufactures the Polybeam and HIFLUXФ90 lines of infusion flow reinforcement products.

22 July 2007

 

New ENGUARD tub/shower gelcoats offer fabricators more options

A series of new gelcoat formulations from Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc., allows fabricators to use low spray-pressure and achieve superior application and spray properties. The new formulations are part of the ENGUARD WG-TS series of white gelcoats for tub/shower applications.

21 July 2007

 

New MAXGUARD marble clear gelcoat combines clarity and performance

Fabricators of cultured marble and onyx can now select from a new series of gelcoats with improved clarity and performance from Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc. MAXGUARD CG-CM-0006 and CG-CM-0008 marble clear gelcoats deliver excellent color clarity, a smooth, glass-like surface, and a tack-free cure.

19 July 2007

 

Ashland introduces powder-prime capable SMC resin/adhesive system

New technology from within Ashland Performance Materials has developed a powder-prime capable sheet molding compound formulation and adhesive for automotive component assembly.

18 July 2007

 

Ashland Inc. to acquire Northwest Coatings

Ashland Inc. announced that it signed a definitive agreement to purchase the assets of Northwest Coatings of Oak Creek, Wis., a formulator and manufacturer of adhesives and coatings employing ultraviolet and electron beam polymerization technologies. Northwest Coatings is a holding of Caltius Equity Partners.

17 July 2007

 

New mixing technology offered by Ashland eases adhesive and sealer application

A new mixing technology for two-part adhesive and sealer applications is now part of the PLIOGRIP by Valvoline body repair system from Ashland Inc. The 18-element SuperQuadro static mixer from Sulzer Quadro Systems will be introduced with the new larger format 400ml and 600ml PLIOGRIP by Valvoline products for the truck repair market.

16 July 2007

 

PLIOGRIP by Valvoline body repair system expands with new heavy truck products

PLIOGRIP by Valvoline line of adhesive products is expanding its line of adhesive products to meet the demand for sheet molding compound repair solutions in the heavy truck market. Earlier this year, Ashland Specialty Polymers & Adhesives, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc., launched PLIOGRIP by Valvoline body repair system to the automotive collision repair market.

15 July 2007

 

New AROPOL resin formulation from Ashland brings automotive finish to pleasure boats

Above-the-waterline parts on pleasure boats can now display the same “Class A” exterior finish usually reserved for sports cars. AROPOL NLN closed molding resin for the marine industry from Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc.

14 July 2007

 

PLIOGRIP by Valvoline Finishing Cream skim coat eases class A finish on plastics

PLIOGRIP by Valvoline Finishing Cream skim coat is being featured at the New Product Pavilion during the annual International Autobody Congress and Exposition. This product, from Ashland Inc., is a two-part epoxy skim coat for repair of minor scratches or gouges in various plastic substrates including thermoplastic polyolefin bumper covers and plastic and composite body panels.

13 July 2007

 

Ashland expands production to better serve Eastern Europe

An expansion that has doubled production capacity of ENGUARD bonding paste at Ashland’s Miszewo, Gdansk, Poland, facility will serve the growing demand for this product in Europe. The additional capacity from Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc., follows a recent expansion of Dicyclopentadiene resin production at Ashland’s Porvoo, Finland, facility.

12 July 2007

 

Ashland Casting Solutions expands European presence

Responding to demand from European metal casters, Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc., opened a new office in Ashland’s existing facilities near Frankfurt, Germany. The expansion will serve customers in Germany, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe with the latest technologies in binders, coatings, design services and more.

11 July 2007

 

Ashland Distribution provides options for former Dow plastics customers

Ashland Distribution, a division of Ashland Inc, will be advising customers that Dow Chemical Company has provided notice of its intent to terminate Ashland’s supply agreement for distribution of Dow plastics in North America.

10 July 2007

 

Ashland introduces adhesive product line to China market

Ashland’s AROSET pressure sensitive adhesive product line was recently introduced in China by Ashland Specialty Polymers & Adhesives, a business group of Ashland Performance Materials, a division of Ashland Inc. The product line was unveiled at China Adhesives 2006, China’s largest trade show in the adhesives and sealants industries.

09 July 2007

 

AMERGY XLS fuel conditioner contains a highly effective new fuel lubricant

AMERGY XLS fuel conditioner contains a highly effective fuel lubricant that minimizes metal wear and extends the life of fuel system components. Adding AMERGY XLS fuel conditioner can provide substantial savings to ship owners by reducing maintenance and spare parts costs.

03 September 2006

 

Proprietary software developed to monitor and help plan a vessel’s firefighting

(NYSE:ASH), a 2006 Lloyd’s List Innovation Award. The award is presented to a firm or individual who has developed a technological innovation judged to provide a clear and meaningful advance for the shipping industry.

02 September 2006

 

Ashland purchases new Degussa water treatment

Ashland Inc. announced today that it has completed its purchase of the water treatment business of Degussa AG, branded under the Stockhausen name, in North America, South America, western Europe and most of the rest of the world. In the areas where the purchase has not been completed, the parties have undertaken necessary steps to ensure that statutory requirements are met for the expected regulatory approvals. The entire transaction is valued at approximately 122 million euros.

01 September 2006

 

Ashland completes purchase of new Eurocal SAS water treatment business

Ashland Inc. announced today that it has completed its purchase of the Eurocal SAS water treatment business, operating from Replonge near Lyon in the south of France. The price of the transaction was not disclosed.

31 August 2006

 

New PLIODECK membrane adhesives

'This adhesive brings a new innovation to the roofing industry and eliminates two-sided application and solvent ‘flash off’ wait before laying in the membrane,” said Randy Waddell, global marketing manager, building and construction, for Ashland SP&A. “Our easy to apply system provides significant labor savings over traditional, roller-applied membrane bonding adhesives with the added advantage of virtually eliminating VOC and HAP emissions.”

30 August 2006

 

New unsaturated polyester resin formulations now available from Ashland Composite Polymers

New resins, available in one Class A and two low-density structural formulations, are the latest enhancements to Ashland’s AROTRAN line of resins for the transportation industry.

29 August 2006

 

Ashland Composite Polymers adds Quimidroga for distribution in Spain, Portugal and North Africa

DUBLIN, Ohio, In an effort to strengthen it presence in the Iberian Peninsula, Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), has added Quimidroga S.A. to its distribution network effective April 1. Quimidroga will promote and distribute Ashland’s AROPOL polyester resins, MAXGUARD gelcoats, DERAKANE epoxy vinyl esters and specialty products.

28 August 2006

 

Ashland Casting Solutions introduces cellular ceramic filters for metalcasting

DUBLIN, Ohio, A new line of extruded ceramic filters for liquid metal filtration from Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH), provides additional options for metal casting facilities in the U.S.

27 August 2006

 

Ashland Casting Solutions adds MAGMASOFT, ProCAST and QuikCast software licenses

DUBLIN, Ohio, As an expansion to its Casting Design Service Center, Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), has obtained licenses for MAGMA GmbH, MAGMASOFT software, and ESI-North America’s ProCAST and QuikCast software.

26 August 2006

 

Ashland releases version 6.0 of Arena-flow computer-aided engineering software

DUBLIN, Ohio, Enhancements to Arena-flow computer-aided engineering software for the metal castings industry have been released by Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH). A new installation wizard and Graphical User Interface (GUI) redesign are just two of the new developments featured in the Arena-flow 6.0 software version.

25 August 2006

 

Ashland’s DREWRAD UV curable resins provide new options for food package printers

BOONTON, NJ, DREWRAD 150 UV curable resin from Drew Industrial, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), opens a new set of options for food package printers by providing flexible curing times without the use of photo-initiators. Photo-initiators were needed to trigger resin curing in older technology systems.

24 August 2006

 

Ashland Drew Marine introduces new diesel performance analyzer

DUBLIN, Ohio, Ocean-going vessels require large amounts of fuel to operate, so diesel engine performance is paramount to a ship owner’s bottom line. Drew Marine, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH), has introduced an upgrade to its diesel performance monitoring system that improves bottom-line performance for this industry.

23 August 2006

 

New PLIOGRIP by Valvoline tape for molding and emblems introduced to auto repair market, 6/16/2006

DUBLIN, Ohio, A new acrylic double-sided tape for moldings and emblems is now available to the automobile repair market from Ashland Specialty Polymers & Adhesives, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH). The new double-sided tape, part of the PLIOGRIP by Valvoline line of auto body repair products, is water clear, and features a solid core.

22 August 2006

 

Ashland’s SONOXIDE ultrasonic water treatment system captures BCE Award 6/30/2006

DUBLIN, Ohio, The SONOXIDE ultrasonic water treatment system available from Drew Industrial, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), has earned a Major Commendation Award from Business Commitment to the Environment (BCE), an independent environmental awards organization based in the United Kingdom.

21 August 2006

 

Ashland's Valvoline division agrees to purchase Car Brite

Valvoline, a division of Ashland Inc., has signed an agreement to purchase Car Brite, a leading marketer of products for the U.S. professional automotive reconditioning industry, from E & A Industries of Indianapolis, Ind., in a cash transaction. The purchase price was not disclosed.

04 May 2005

 

Ashland Composite Polymers plans to divest Scandinavian distribution business

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has agreed to divest its Scandinavian affiliates' distribution business to GRP Materials Supplies Limited (GRPMS), part of UMECO plc.

04 May 2005

 

Ashland Signs Amended Agreement to Transfer Interest in MAP to Marathon for $3.7 Billion

Ashland Inc. today announced that it has amended its agreement to transfer its 38-percent interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC (MAP) and two other businesses to Marathon Oil Corporation.

28 April 2005

 

AroMetrics to begin public advertising

AroMetrics, the new automotive air freshener system developed by the Valvoline division's Eagle One business group is ready to go public. Television commercials and print ads will soon appear, along with a public relations (PR) campaign designed to inform consumers about the benefits of fragrance in automobiles.

19 April 2005

 

Ashland builds strong Arena-flow™ software technology user base in key geographies

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., recently added three companies to the list of licensed clients now using Arena-flow computer-aided engineering software. Ashland is the exclusive worldwide sales, marketing and service supplier for Arena-flow software in the sand casting industry.

15 April 2005

 

Ashland's PEP SET QUANTUM™ binder provides a quantum leap in no-bake performance

Foundry mold and core making performance is being raised to a new level with the newly introduced PEP SET QUANTUM resin binder technology from Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc.

15 April 2005

 

Ashland QUICKPADTM technology boosts casting industry productivity

QUICKPAD™ release and wear films, an innovative yet simple solution to excessive tooling wear and core-making productivity losses, are the latest innovation from Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc.

15 April 2005

 

Ashland's sand additive technology puts control into casting

Adding control to the sand casting process is the idea behind EXACTHERM® sand additive technology introduced by Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc.

15 April 2005

 

Dramatic color change featured in Ashland's VELVAPLAST® ZW FDI refractory

Foundries wishing to maximize productivity by reducing oven drying time for molds and cores need only apply VELVAPLAST ZW FDI refractory coating and watch the color change. This new technology, introduced by Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland, Inc., provides the most dramatic color change of any refractory coating currently used.

15 April 2005

 

Ashland releases new brochure on wire rope lubrication solutions

Extending the life of wire rope can provide positive bottom-line results. A new brochure that features results from using NEVAMELT™ wire rope conditioner is now available from Drew Marine, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc.

06 April 2005

 

Ashland's AME® 6000 resin featured on award-winning boats

European watercraft can now have award-winning gel coat protection and be more environmentally considerate thanks to the introduction of Ashland's AME 6000 T35 premium marine resin. Introduced by Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., AME 6000 resin is used in the skin coat and throughout the laminate structure of boat hulls.

05 April 2005

 

DERAKANE® resins now available in Europe from Ashland

DERAKANE and DERAKANE MOMENTUM™ epoxy vinyl ester resins are now available in Europe from Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc. Ashland purchased DERAKANE from Dow Chemical Company in November 2004.

05 April 2005

 

Ashland Inc. announces management changes

Gary A. Cappeline, president and chief operating officer of the Chemical Sector of Ashland Inc., today announced the movement of Elizabeth 'Liz' Potts and Marcello Boldrini to new positions on the company's senior management team, effective May 1, 2005.

04 April 2005

 

Emrich joins Valvoline marketing

Bryan M. Emrich has joined Valvoline, a division of Ashland Inc., as marketing director for lubricant and chemical brands, according to Walter Solomon, senior vice president and general manager, retail business.

28 March 2005

 

Ashland and SinterCast announce global alliance

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., and SinterCast AB (publ) have agreed to a global marketing and technical alliance.

15 March 2005

 

Ashland responds to letter from investment management firm

On March 9, 2005, Ashland Inc. received a letter from Atticus Capital, L.L.C., an investment management firm, which states that Atticus holds Ashland common stock and expresses Atticus' concern regarding Ashland's previously announced proposed transaction with Marathon Oil Corporation for the transfer of Ashland's 38-percent interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC (MAP) and certain other assets.

10 March 2005

 

Eagle One, a business unit of the Valvoline division, has introduced a new product

The new product, Bucket-Free Car Wash, does just what the name implies - eliminates the need for a bucket of soapy water and the extra work that comes with it! And because the dirt and grime from the bucket of water is no longer re applied to the car, the final result is a superior clean and shine.

09 March 2005

 

Ashland develops sprayable granite clear gel coat

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., is introducing MAXGUARD® CG-SG-0010 sprayable granite clear gel coat in a continuing effort to innovate solutions to meet our customers' needs. Developed to streamline processes, this gel coat works well in both premixed and dry hopper applications.

10 February 2005

 

Ashland Inc. updates status of MAP transaction

Ashland Inc. today provided further guidance on the status of a proposed transaction with Marathon Oil Corporation ('Marathon'). On March 19, 2004, Ashland announced the signing of an agreement under which it would transfer its 38-percent interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC ('MAP') and two wholly-owned businesses to Marathon in a transaction structured to be generally tax free and valued at approximately $3 billion.

09 February 2005

 

Ashland licenses FlexCure™ technology to Schenectady International

Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., and Schenectady International, Inc. (SII) have reached an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement that allows SII to manufacture and market Ashland's patented FlexCure™ products for certain electronic markets such as printed circuit boards, optical coatings (including CD/DVD and fiber optics) and industrial metal coatings markets.

09 February 2005

 

Ashland introduces low aromatic amine adhesive

Ashland Specialty Polymers and Adhesives, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., is introducing a new solventless, flexible packaging, laminating adhesive that provides very low aromatic amine extractables.

08 February 2005

 

Ashland Inc. holds 81st annual shareholders meeting

Shareholders of Ashland Inc. met today in Covington, Ky., to take action on two items of business at the 81st annual shareholders meeting.

27 January 2005

 

Ashland introduces PathGuard™ pathogen control system to fight foodborne pathogens

Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces that it has been granted conditional approval of its PathGuard pathogen control system by the United States Department of Agriculture after successfully completing protocol testing.

26 January 2005

 

Ashland-supported solar car to debut at car show

A solar-powered vehicle from The University of Michigan and supported by Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., will be unveiled Jan. 11 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich. The show, which has events from Jan. 9 to Jan. 23, will be open to the public on Jan. 15.

10 January 2005

 

Ashland achieves RC14001 certification of Kearny, N.J. manufacturing plant

Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces certification of its Kearny, N.J. manufacturing plant to RC14001, which combines the American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care* Management System (RCMS) and ISO 14001 certification into a single, auditable specification. The Kearny facility manufactures products for the Drew Industrial and Drew Marine businesses.

04 January 2005

 

Ashland completes purchase of DERAKANE epoxy vinyl ester resin business from Dow

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has completed its purchase of the DERAKANE® epoxy vinyl ester resin business (which includes the DERAKANE MOMENTUM* product line) from The Dow Chemical Company. The purchase includes all technology and intellectual property assets associated with the DERAKANE resin business. No physical assets will transfer to Ashland.

29 December 2004

 

Ashland Inc. provides update on the proposed transfer of its interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC

Ashland Inc. announced today that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has now indicated that it does not intend to provide all the rulings requested by Ashland Inc. and Marathon Oil Corporation in the proposed transaction to transfer Ashland’s 38-percent interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC (MAP) to Marathon.

20 December 2004

 

Ashland Inc. provides update on its agreement to transfer its interest in MAP to Marathon Oil Corporation

In its fiscal 2004 Form 10-K, which was filed today, Ashland Inc. stated that it continues to discuss with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) the complex tax issues related to its previously disclosed agreement to transfer its interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC (MAP) to Marathon Oil Corporation.

14 December 2004

 

Ashland introduces breakthrough SONOXIDE™ water treatment system

Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces commercialization of its patented SONOXIDE water treatment system, a breakthrough in the effective technologies that are available for treating bacteria, algae and biofilm in industrial water systems.

06 December 2004

 

Ashland announces innovative Design Services Center

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces the opening of its Design Services Center at the company's headquarters in Dublin, Ohio. The center is a 'one-stop shop' for the metal casting industry providing support from engineered drawings through casting and testing in Ashland's design-to-manufacture process.

03 December 2004

 

Ashland updates formula to comply with new EU law

Drew Marine, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces its compliance with Directive 2003/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of June 18, 2003.

02 December 2004

 

Ashland-supported electric vehicle smashes speed record

An electric vehicle student-engineered at The Ohio State University and supported by Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., recently set a new land speed record at 314.958 mph. Dubbed the Buckeye Bullet1, the car represents the innovative transportation materials and tailored solutions of Ashland.

30 November 2004

 

Valvoline announces management changes

Valvoline, a division of Ashland Inc., recently announced the promotion of Mitchell K. Skaggs and Robert R. Craycraft to new positions on Valvoline's senior management team, according to Samuel J. Mitchell, division president.

17 November 2004

 

Ashland purchases DERAKANE epoxy vinyl ester resin business from Dow

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has expanded its technology assets by signing an agreement to purchase the DERAKANE* epoxy vinyl ester resin business (which includes the DERAKANE MOMENTUM* product line) from The Dow Chemical Company in a cash transaction valued at approximately $92 million. Annual sales of DERAKANE resins are approximated at $70 million.

04 November 2004

 

Ashland holds seminar series for metal casters

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., recently completed its fall training seminars with great success and nearly 70 attendees.

28 October 2004

 

Ashland introduces color-compliant gel coats

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has released a new boat MACT-compliant line of color gel coats. MAXGUARD® 33LE color gel coats feature Ashland's patented LE (low emission) technology and are formulated for use in marine applications.

26 October 2004

 

Ashland-supported electric vehicle hopes to set speed record

An electric vehicle student-engineered at The Ohio State University (OSU) and supported by Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., recently became the first electric car to break the 300-mph barrier. Dubbed the Buckeye Bullet, the car is a representation of the automotive applications served by Ashland.

06 October 2004

 

Ashland high modulus resilient resin available

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has developed a resin for composites that virtually eliminates paint popping in OEM paint ovens. AROTRAN® HMR resin also can be used in low-density formulations that can reduce weight by up to 20 percent.

06 October 2004

 

Ashland introduces new low-styrene resin for use in underground storage tanks

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has released a new, low-styrene polyester resin that lowers hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions and has less than 35 percent styrene while providing corrosion-resistance to petroleum products, alcohols and alcohol-gasoline mixtures.

06 October 2004

 

Ashland introduces new line of resins for vacuum infusion process

Ashland Composite Polymers, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., has announced a new line of polyester and vinyl ester resins formulated specifically for the vacuum infusion process.

06 October 2004

 

Good named Ashland global technology director

Ashland Specialty Polymers and Adhesives (SP&A), a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announced today that Dr. Frederick J. Good has been promoted to global technology director for the SP&A business group. In his new role, Good will be responsible for global research, product development and technical service for all SP&A product lines, from concept to commercialization.

27 September 2004

 

Rocco to retire in 2005

James V. Rocco, Valvoline's senior vice president of operations and designated Valvoline NASCAR team owner, has announced his retirement from Ashland, effective March 31, 2005. However, he will continue to manage Valvoline's sports marketing program in a consulting role.

21 September 2004

 

Stotz promoted to Europe; Roskott named to business development position

John Stotz, brand manager for Valvoline's MaxLife, has been promoted to director of marketing for Valvoline Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), according to Craig Moughler, senior VP and managing director, Valvoline International, Inc.

17 September 2004

 

Treon named Ashland Inc. communications director

Julie C. Treon has been promoted to director, communications, for Ashland Inc a new role that will principally focus on overseeing communications for the three divisions that comprise Ashland's Chemical Sector: Ashland Distribution, Ashland Specialty Chemical (Thermoset Resins and Water Technologies) and Valvoline.

13 September 2004

 

Galloway named APAC communications manager

Deborah L. Galloway has been named communications manager for Ashland Paving And Construction, Inc. (APAC), a division of Ashland Inc . The announcement was made by Martha C. Johnson, vice president, Communications and Corporate Affairs, Ashland Inc.

13 September 2004

 

Blair Boggs promoted to vice president, marketing, Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC)

Blair Boggs has been promoted to vice president, marketing, for the Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC) unit of Valvoline, according to John Wesley, president of VIOC. He was previously director of brand management in Valvoline's DIY marketing group.

10 September 2004

 

Ashland to sell ingestibles business to Mitsubishi

Ashland Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement to sell the ingestibles line of business of Ashland Distribution - which includes food and beverage additives and pharmaceutical actives and excipients - to Mitsubishi Corporation (MC). The transaction is expected to be completed by Dec. 31, 2004. Ashland Distribution will continue to service customers in the personal care and cosmetics industries.

31 August 2004

 

Ashland offers gas detection equipment services in Singapore

Drew Marine, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces the addition of gas detection and breathing apparatus equipment services at the Drew Marine Safety facility in Singapore. This full service location now provides gas detection services, including calibration and repair, for many brands of gas detection meters as well as breathing apparatus sets.

10 August 2004

 

Lyman promoted; new hire announced

Michael Lyman has been promoted to director, category management, within the Valvoline retail business group, according to Walter Solomon, Senior VP and general manager, retail business.

06 August 2004

 

Ashland opens safety service center in Houston

Drew Marine, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces the opening of a Drew Marine Safety service center in Houston, Texas.

03 August 2004

 

Ashland introduces new foam sample test kit with analysis

Drew Marine, a business group within Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces the introduction of a new program to analyze fire fighting foam in fixed extinguishing systems.

28 July 2004

 

Kathleen Ligocki elected to Ashland Inc. board

Kathleen Ligocki, 47, has been elected to the board of directors of Ashland Inc., according to James J. O'Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer. Ligocki is president and chief executive officer of Tower Automotive, Inc., a post to which she was named in August 2003.

15 July 2004

 

Route 288 to Open From Route 6 to Route 60 Late Next Month; Opening allows motorists to cross James River sooner than expected

Motorists eagerly awaiting a faster commute between Chesterfield and Goochland counties will get their wish late next month when Route 288 opens between Route 6 (Patterson Avenue) and Route 60 (Midlothian Turnpike).

15 July 2004

 

Ashland Inc. names Joy, vice president, planning and analysis

John W. 'Jack' Joy has been named Ashland Inc. vice president of planning and analysis, effective July 1, 2004. The announcement was made by J. Marvin Quin, Ashland Inc. senior vice president and chief financial officer, to whom Joy will report.

01 July 2004

 

Goodson promoted to president at APAC-Arkansas' Arkhola operation

Jerry W. Goodson today was named the new president of APAC-Arkansas, Inc.'s Arkhola business unit in Fort Smith, Ark. He succeeds John C. Sulcer, who will serve as an executive vice president for Arkhola in an advisory role with the transition until his retirement at the end of 2004.

24 June 2004

 

Fry named VP Business Planning & Development for VIOC

Lester D. Fry has been promoted to vice president of business planning and development for Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC), the nation's second-largest quick lube chain, according to John Q. Wesley, president.

18 June 2004

 

Valvoline Instant Oil Change® Offers Auto Tips For Summer Travel Season Amid Rising Gas Prices

Valvoline Instant Oil Change, one of the largest preventive auto maintenance providers in the nation, is gearing up for the summer travel season with helpful tips to help motorists address the issue of rising gas prices.

14 June 2004

 

Ashland enhances DREW WATCH ELECTRONIC SERVICESTM software for use with high-pressure boiler systems

Drew Marine, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, has launched DREW WATCH ELECTRONIC SERVICES software version 1.3 with additional water treatment programs including the ULTRAMARINESM Coordinated Phosphate-pH High-Pressure Boiler Water Treatment Program. The addition of the ULTRAMARINE treatment program allows customers with high-pressure boiler systems to benefit from this revolutionary new software.

04 June 2004

 

Ashland releases latest version of Arena-flow1 software to the metal casting industry

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical, is announcing the release of version 4.2 of Arena-flow1 computer aided engineering software for core-making and tooling design in the metal casting industry. The new release will be available June 1.

24 May 2004

 

Pritchard Named Customer Support Manager For Ashland Casting Solutions

Timothy C. Pritchard has been named customer support manager for Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical.

19 May 2004

 

Ashland Inc. Introduces Ultra Low-Odor, High-Performance Resins To Coatings and Graphic Arts Industry

Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces the introduction of additional classes of FlexCure™ self-initiating resins that promise to revolutionize the coatings and graphic arts industries. Ashland is bringing this new, revolutionary resin technology to the marketplace to increase productivity, improve formulating latitude, decrease cost and expand current UV opportunities.

30 April 2004

 

Ashland Inc. Names Duncan Methanol Product Manager

Ashland Distribution Company (ADC), a division of Ashland Inc., has announced that Garrett 'Mac' Duncan has joined its Source Management group as product manager for methanol.

16 April 2004

 

Ashland Inc. elects Chambers vice president and controller

Ashland Inc. announced today that Lamar M. Chambers has been elected vice president and controller effective May 1, 2004.

14 April 2004

 

Ashland To Distribute Borealis Polypropylene In Spain and Portugal

Ashland Plastics Europe, a business unit of Ashland Distribution Company, has been named distributor for Borealis engineering grade polypropylene thermoplastic resins in Spain and Portugal.

06 April 2004

 

Cummins Announces Extended ISX And ISM Oil Drain Intervals For Valvoline Premium Blue Customers

Cummins Inc. today announced new extended oil drain intervals for ISX and ISM customers that use Valvoline Premium Blue® engine oil.

02 April 2004

 

Brickey promoted to president at APAC-Atlantic’s Thompson-Arthur operation

Clarence O. (Larry) Brickey today was named the new president of APAC-Atlantic Inc.’s Thompson-Arthur business unit in Greensboro, N.C. He succeeds John Parker, who has served as interim president since November. Parker will return to Ashland Paving and Construction, Inc.’s Atlanta headquarters to resume his role as director of regional support.

02 April 2004

 

Valvoline receives Advance Auto's highest award

Two years ago when Valvoline won the Advance Auto Parts Grand Vendor of the Year Award, one of the Valvoline/Advance team members said, 'This is nothing short of a miracle! Three years ago, we had difficulty getting a meeting with the Advance buyers, and today, we're their most respected vendor and partner.'

25 March 2004

 

VIOC Shatters Oil Change Record

History was made on a recent Saturday in Fairfield (Cincinnati), Ohio, when a new Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC) service center broke a previous record for highest number of oil changes in a single day.

25 March 2004

 

Ashland Inc. Agrees to Transfer Interest in MAP to Marathon Oil Corporation; Company Provides Update on Core Businesses

Ashland Inc. today announced that it has signed an agreement under which Ashland will transfer its 38 percent interest in Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC (MAP) and two other businesses to Marathon Oil Corporation in a transaction structured to be tax free and valued at approximately $3.0 billion.

19 March 2004

 

Ashland Purchases Metal Casting Technology from Blackhawk

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, a division of Ashland Inc., has announced it has signed an agreement with Blackhawk Specialty Products in Rock Island, Ill., to purchase its metal casting technology over the next three years.

17 March 2004

 

Ashland's New Medical Oxygen System Meets IMDG Code

Drew Marine is pleased to announce a new medical oxygen system that meets the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code).

16 March 2004

 

Ashland Casting Solutions enters into marketing agreement with Dakota International, Inc.

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, announced today that it has entered into a global marketing agreement with Dakota International Inc. The agreement will allow Ashland Casting Solutions to market and distribute Dakota International's complete line of Dakota scrubber systems to its worldwide metal casting customer base.

16 March 2004

 

Valvoline Instant Oil Change Launches Unprecedented Online Fleet Management Program

Valvoline Instant Oil Change, one of the largest automotive service providers in the U.S., has launched an innovative online fleet management program designed to allow fleet managers greater flexibility and increased options as they manage large and small fleets of cars and trucks.

09 March 2004

 

Ashland Inc. promotes Hughes

Robert C. Hughes, director of corporate business development for Ashland Inc., has been appointed vice president, mergers and acquisitions, Chemicals and Transportation Construction.

01 March 2004

 

England Named Global Technology Director, Ashland Composite Polymers

Ashland Composite Polymers announced today that Dr. William P. England has been named global technology director for the Composite Polymers business group.

23 February 2004

 

Valvoline plant employees receive U. S. patent

Ashland Inc. has received a patent by assignment from two employees in its Valvoline division's Cincinnati plant.

20 February 2004

 

Ashland Specialty Chemical Introduces FlexCure™ Self-Initiating Resin

Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc., announces the introduction of FlexCureTM self-initiating resins, an innovative platform technology that utilizes a proprietary, energy-curable acrylic resin chemistry.

19 February 2004

 

Ashland Introduces New Gel Coat and Cast Polymer Resin for Cultured Marble and Onyx

Ashland Composite Polymers introduces MAXGUARD® CG-40-0009 marble clear gel coat and POLARIS® MR 84330-16 resin for cultured marble and onyx to its line of cultured marble fabrication resins.

19 February 2004

 

APAC-Atlantic, Inc. sells assets from Tidewater Branch to Colas, Inc.

APAC-Atlantic, Inc. announced today that its business unit in Virginia has sold the assets from its Tidewater Branch to Colas, Inc. The sale consists of two asphalt plants in Portsmouth and Virginia Beach, as well as associated mobile equipment.

13 February 2004

 

Ashland Inc. unifies business platforms; Chemicals and Transportation Construction

Ashland Inc. has realigned the existing leadership of its four wholly owned divisions into two management teams - Chemicals and Transportation Construction - capitalizing on its progress as a unified company committed to top-quartile performance.

02 February 2004

 

Ashland Inc. promotes Hausrath to senior vice president, general counsel

David L. Hausrath, Ashland Inc. vice president and general counsel, has been promoted to the title of senior vice president and general counsel, announced James J. O'Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer.

02 February 2004

 

Ashland Inc. names Esler vice president, human resources

Susan B. Esler has been promoted to vice president, human resources, according to James J. O'Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer, to whom she will report. The promotion is effective immediately.

02 February 2004

 

Willis elected auditor for Ashland Inc.

J. Kevin Willis has been elected general auditor, and a corporate officer, by the Board of Directors for Ashland Inc., effective January 31, 2004. The announcement was made by James J. O'Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer.

29 January 2004

 

Harris to Lead Composite Polymers, Ashland Specialty Chemical Company

Theodore 'Ted' L. Harris has been named vice president, Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, and general manager, Composite Polymers, according to Mike Shannon, senior vice president, Thermoset Resins, Ashland Specialty Chemical, a division of Ashland Inc.

23 January 2004

 

Ashland Inc. names Baker vice president, Global Operations and Engineering

Ashland Inc. Senior Vice President and Group Operating Officer Gary A. Cappeline announced today that Larry A. Baker has been named vice president, Global Operations and Engineering, effective January 26. Baker will be based in Dublin, Ohio, and will report to Cappeline.

23 January 2004

 

Staff Consultant to Provide Complex Technical Assistance to Customers

Ashland Casting Solutions has named 35-year casting industry veteran, Tom Wade, to the position of Senior Principal Consultant. In this new role, Wade will provide customers around the world with complex technical assistance, including capability assessments, process optimization and tooling design.

20 January 2004

 

Detjen to lead Ashland Inc. global ERP project

Larry L. Detjen has been named an Ashland Inc. vice president and selected to lead the implementation of the SAP® software as the global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for Ashland Distribution Company, Ashland Specialty Chemical Company and The Valvoline Company, wholly owned divisions of Ashland Inc. The announcement was made by Gary A. Cappeline, Ashland Inc. senior vice president and group operating officer, to whom Detjen will now report.

16 January 2004

 

APAC, Inc. sells asphalt terminal in North Carolina to Associated Asphalt

APAC, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Ashland Inc., announced today that it has sold its asphalt storage terminal in Greensboro, N.C., to Associated Asphalt, headquartered in Roanoke, Va. The announcement was made by Garry M. Higdem, president of Ashland Paving And Construction, Inc., the parent corporation of the APAC group of companies. The sale price was not disclosed.

15 January 2004

 

Higdem named president, Ashland Paving And Construction, Inc.

Garry M. Higdem, P.E., formerly with Granite Construction (Watsonville, Calif.), has been named to succeed David J. D'Antoni as president of Ashland Paving And Construction, Inc., the parent corporation of the APAC group of companies, the nation's premier transportation construction enterprise. The announcement was made by James J. O'Brien, chairman and chief executive officer of Ashland Inc., APAC's parent company.

07 January 2004

 

Ashland Casting Solutions Names Cold Box Technology Managers

Ashland Casting Solutions has named three senior product managers to lead the worldwide marketing efforts for its market-leading cold box technology product line. James J. Archibald has assumed the role of Senior Product Manager - Cold Box Resins for Asia; Andrew D. Busby has been named Senior Product Manager - Cold Box Resins for Europe; and Greg Sturtz is Senior Product Manager - Cold Box Resins for North and South America.

22 December 2003

 

APAC's Memphis business unit awarded $38.6 million Mississippi highway project

APAC-Tennessee, Inc. today announced that its Memphis division has been awarded a $38.6 million contract by the Mississippi Department of Transportation for work on Interstate 55. Work is scheduled to begin in March and be completed in December 2006.

16 December 2003

 

Ashland Inc. names Johnson vice president, communications and corporate affairs

Ashland Inc. Chairman and CEO Jim O'Brien announced today that Martha C. Johnson has been named vice president, communications and corporate affairs, effective Jan. 1, 2004. She will report to O'Brien and succeeds J. Dan Lacy who will retire on that date with 28 years of service.

10 December 2003

 

Vernon to Drive Expansion into Emerging Markets

Ashland Casting Solutions announced that Philip Vernon has been named to the role of Commercial Director - Emerging Markets. In this new role, Vernon is charged with expanding Ashland's business into the developing metal casting markets of India, South Africa, Russia and the Ukraine.

05 December 2003

 

Ashland Inc. names Murphy vice president, Environmental, Health & Safety

Ashland Inc. chairman and CEO Jim O'Brien announced today that Karen T. Murphy has been named vice president, Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S), effective Dec. 31.

04 December 2003

 

Ashland Inc. consolidates financial functions

Ashland Inc. announced today it is consolidating additional financial functions under Daniel B. Huffman, according to J. Marvin Quin, Ashland Inc. senior vice president and chief financial officer. The changes will be effective immediately.

02 December 2003

 

APAC reopens Naples quarry, resumes aggregate production to serve South Florida

In response to a rebound in aggregate demand, the Southern Florida division of APAC-Southeast, Inc. is reopening its Golden Gate quarry in Naples, which will allow the business unit to restart its aggregate plant after being mothballed for a year.

01 December 2003

 

Ashland Casting Solutions Names Global Marketing Managers for Major Product Lines

Ashland Casting Solutions today announced the promotions of Dana Cooper to global marketing manager, Sleeves and Filters, and David Gilson to global marketing manager, Cold Box Systems.

20 November 2003

 

Metal Casting Veteran Yates to Spearhead Ashland's Pan-Asian Commercial Development

Ashland Casting Solutions has promoted Ray Yates to commercial director, Asia. In this new role, Yates is charged with implementing an aggressive pan-Asian growth strategy to expand Ashland's business across Japan, Korea, China, Southeast Asia and Australia.

19 November 2003

 

Asia Pacific Investments a Priority for Ashland Casting Solutions Sang Lin (Calvin) Choi named Commercial Manager - China

To support its burgeoning cold box business and promote additional growth in the Asia Pacific region, Ashland Casting Solutions has named Sang Lin (Calvin) Choi as commercial manager, China.

19 November 2003

 

APAC's Trotti & Thomson business unit awarded $24.8 million Texas highway project

APAC, Inc. today announced that its Trotti & Thomson business unit has been awarded a $24.8 million contract by the Texas Department of Transportation for work on U.S. Highway 69 in Jefferson County near Beaumont.

19 November 2003

 

Ashland Casting Solutions Continues Personnel Investments in Asia; Ken Chang Assigned

In a move to bolster its technical expertise and customer support for the Chinese and Asian markets, Ashland Casting Solutions will relocate Dr. Ken Chang to its Changzhou R&D facility to act as technology development manager.

13 November 2003

 

Ashland Casting Solutions Introduces First New Cold Box Catalyst

Ashland Casting Solutions has introduced the first new catalyst for the ISOCURE™ phenolic-urethane forming cold box binder system. ISOFAST® catalyst features an alternative formulation, which provides significant productivity and environmental benefits to the core-making process over the existing TEA and DMEA catalysts.

05 November 2003

 

Fabricators Sound-off On Ashland's Latest Resin Technologies

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company (ASCC) continues to innovate and develop resin technology that alleviates the most pressing issue confronting composite fabricators - MACT compliance. In fact, many composite fabricators are already reaping the benefits from integrating Ashland's AROPOL™ barrier coat polyester resin into their production.

01 October 2003

 

Ashland Expands MACT-Compliant Resin Offerings

As part of its ongoing initiative to help customers comply with new, demanding MACT standards, Ashland Composite Polymers has developed a portfolio of innovative resin technologies designed to enhance performance of its current resins.

01 October 2003

 

Ashland's Drew Marine Announces MANY-FLOW Central Gas Installation System

Ashland's Drew Marine announced today the release of the new MANY-FLOW1 CGI (Central Gas Installation) Systems for onboard welding requirements.

04 September 2003

 

Ashland Completes Sale of Electronic Chemicals Business Group

Ashland Inc. said today it has completed the sale of its Electronic Chemicals business group (ECD) to Air Products in a cash transaction valued at approximately $300 million.

29 August 2003

 

Ashland's Drew Marine Announces Two New Portable Arc Welders

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company's Drew Marine announced today the development of the AMERARCTM I-300 GTSW AC/DC Inverter Arc Welding Machine and the AMERARC I-400 MSTW Multipurpose Inverter Arc Welding Machine.

18 August 2003

 

Ashland Employees Honored for Community Service

Two Ashland Specialty Chemical Company employees recently were honored by Junior Achievement (JA) of Central Ohio for their outstanding participation as volunteers for this organization.

11 August 2003

 

Ashland Specialty Chemical Appoints Gelosa Senior VP and GM for Drew

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company has named Len R. Gelosa senior vice president and general manager of its Drew business groups.

28 July 2003

 

Ashland's Cleveland Facility Receives Safety Awards

The Cleveland (East), Ohio, facility of Ashland Casting Solutions, a business group of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, has been honored with two awards from the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation's (BWC) Division of Safety and Hygiene.

23 July 2003

 

D’Antoni Succeeds Potts As APAC President

David J. D’Antoni has been named to succeed Charles F. Potts as president of APAC, Inc., according to James J. O’Brien, chairman and chief executive officer of Ashland Inc., APAC’s parent company. Potts announced today that he has decided to leave the company.

22 July 2003

 

Ashland's highway construction subsidiary is low bidder on $100-million-plus North Carolina DOT project

APAC-Atlantic, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Ashland Inc., was the low bidder on a $101.5-million project in the July 15 North Carolina Department of Transportation bid letting.

21 July 2003

 

Ashland's Drew Marine to Supply Carnival Cruise Lines

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company's Drew Marine announced today that Carnival Cruise Lines of Miami, Fla. has renewed a multi-year contract for Drew Marine products and services. The contract amount was not disclosed.

21 July 2003

 

Cappeline Elected Senior VP, Group Operating Officer and Added to Ashland's Executive Committee

Gary A. Cappeline has been elected senior vice president and group operating officer of Ashland Inc. and has been added to the company's Executive Committee, according to Ashland Chairman and CEO James J. O'Brien.

16 July 2003

 

Ashland-ACT launches EZStrip™ Line of Etch Residue Removers

Ashland-ACT is introducing a new line of etch residue removers at SEMICON West (Booth 1015). The products, which are being marketed under the EZStrip brand, are new formulations for common semiconductor industry applications. The first three formulations in the line are being featured at SEMICON West.

15 July 2003

 

Fontana To Head Research & Technology Innovation at Ashland Inc.

Luca P. Fontana has joined Ashland Specialty Chemical Company as vice president of Research & Technology Innovation (R&TI), according to Michael J. Shannon, ASCC senior vice president.

14 July 2003

 

Ashland agrees to sell its Electronic Chemicals business group to Air Products

Ashland Inc. announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the net assets of its Electronic Chemicals business and certain related subsidiaries to Air Products in a transaction valued at approximately $300 million before tax. Ashland's after-tax proceeds will be used primarily to reduce debt.

30 June 2003

 

Ashland Casting Solutions Enters into Marketing Agreement with Z Corporation

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business unit of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, and Z Corporation are pleased to announce today, at GIFA 2003 (Hall 12, Stand No. A 39/40), a marketing partnership designed to create value and provide integrated solutions to the casting industry.

16 June 2003

 

Ashland Casting Solutions and ESI Group to Offer Casting Simulation Software and Services

Ashland Casting Solutions, a business unit of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, and ESI Group are pleased to announce today, at GIFA Foundry Trade Fair 2003 in Düsseldorf, their intent to jointly provide casting simulation software solutions and services to the metal casting industry.

16 June 2003

 

APAC names Halvorson division president for APAC-Missouri, Inc.

Arlen W. Halvorson has been named division president of APAC-Missouri, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH). He succeeds Donald G. Mantle who has been given responsibility for all of APAC's asphalt operations in Missouri. The announcement was made by John A. Walker, regional vice president for APAC.

06 June 2003

 

Treon named marketing communications manager

Julie Treon has been named manager, marketing communications in Ashland’s Corporate Affairs Department with responsibility for Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, effective June 2. The announcement was made by Martha Johnson, vice president, divisional communications, and director, corporate communications, Ashland Inc.

05 June 2003

 

Ashland named premier distributor of Hardwire® reinforcements

Ashland Distribution Company, a division of Ashland Inc., has been named the premier North American distributor for Hardwire metallic reinforcements.

02 June 2003

 

Ashland Distribution Company to Target Wire and Cable Industry Named distributor of Equistar polyethylene products in the US and Canada

Ashland Distribution Company (ADC) announced today an agreement with Equistar Chemicals, LP to distribute Equistar's full line of polyethylene products to the wire and cable industry in North America. Houston, Texas-based Equistar is one of the largest producers of polyethylene wire and cable resins and compounds in the world today.

30 May 2003

 

Industry association recognizes APAC-Texas, Inc. Buster Paving Division for safe operations

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) recently recognized APAC-Texas, Inc.’s Buster Paving Division for its outstanding safety program.

28 May 2003

 

Drew Marine Introduces Improved Diesel Performance Analyzer Sensor

Drew Marine, a business unit of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, announced today the introduction of an improved fuel option sensor as an upgrade to its Diesel Performance Analyzer (DPA) product.

28 May 2003

 

Johnson joins APAC, Inc.’s Design Build Group

Allen D. Johnson has joined APAC, Inc.'s Design-Build Group as manager of project development. The announcement was made by John P. McAleer, vice president of APAC Design-Build. APAC, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ashland Inc.

29 April 2003

 

Ashland Unveils First Low Styrene, Pure Orthophthalic Marine Resin

In order to help North American marine manufacturers meet tough EPA MACT standards, Ashland Specialty Chemical Company is rolling out AROGUARD LSO, the first 100 percent orthophthalic marine resin containing less than 35 percent styrene and volatile organic compounds (VOC).

29 April 2003

 

Blackburn of Ashland Inc. named audit supervisor

Shea Blackburn has been promoted to audit supervisor, Ashland Inc., according to William A. Kosto, Ashland Inc. general auditor. The promotion is effective immediately. Blackburn will report to David Osborne, Ashland Inc. audit director.

24 April 2003

 

Ashland Casting Solutions Korea Facility ISO 14001 Certified

The Ashland Casting Solutions facility in Ulsan, South Korea has received ISO 14001 certification from the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand.

17 April 2003

 

Willis to head Ashland control project; Holbrook promoted

John K. Willis, formerly IT audit director, has been named project manager, Ashland Inc. Controls and Compliance Team (ConTACT), according to J. Marvin Quin, Ashland Inc. senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately.

08 April 2003

 

Ashland Inc. consolidates planning functions

Ashland Inc. announced today that it is consolidating all its planning and analysis functions under Carl A. Pecko, vice president, planning. Previously, the planning functions were decentralized.

13 March 2003

 

Ashland Inc. chairman joins American Chemistry Council board

Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer James J. O’Brien has been elected to serve on the American Chemistry Council (ACC) board of directors. His term will expire Dec. 31, 2004.

12 March 2003

 

Frontline Management AS Purchases Drew Marine Diesel Performance Analyzers

Drew Marine of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company today announced a major contract to supply and install DPATM Diesel Performance Analyzers with their new Fuel Channel Option to Frontline Management AS of Oslo, Norway.

25 February 2003

 

Ashland to Manufacture Product Line for ASML

Ashland Electronic Chemicals today announced a multi-year agreement with ASML, a worldwide leader in advanced technology systems for the semiconductor industry, to be the primary outsourcing manufacturer for ASML’s Thermal division, whose equipment is used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. Ashland Electronic Chemicals is a business unit of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, a division of Ashland Inc.

24 February 2003

 

APAC Sourcing Group joins Purchasing and Logistics

Ashland Inc. announced today it is consolidating its APAC Sourcing Group into Ashland’s Purchasing and Logistics Department, based in Dublin, Ohio, under the leadership of Suzanne Taleghani, vice president of purchasing and logistics.

13 February 2003

 

Drew Marine Announces Introduction of FERROCLEAN Cleaning Agent

Drew Marine of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company announced today the introduction of FERROCLEAN® diesel engine cooling water system cleaning agent to its product line.

13 February 2003

 

Ashland Distribution and Borealis expand European distribution alliance

Ashland Distribution Company and Borealis have announced that as of March 1, 2003, they will extend their current European distribution agreement to also include polypropylene for small- and medium-sized automotive and household appliance customers in the Benelux, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland and the UK, in addition to the Nordic countries.

03 February 2003

 

Drew Marine Introduces DREW WATCH Electronic Services Version 1.1

A new version of DREW WATCH Electronic ServicesTM software with expanded programs is now available from Drew Marine, a business unit of Ashland Specialty Chemical Company. DREW WATCH is a PC-based software application that monitors shipboard water treatment tests and recommends action for out-of-range results.

31 January 2003

 

George A. Schaefer, Jr. elected to Ashland Inc. board

George A. Schaefer, Jr., 57, has been elected to the board of directors of Ashland Inc., according to James J. O’Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer. Schaefer is president and chief executive officer of Fifth Third Bank, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

30 January 2003

 

APAC consolidates two Carolina divisions

APAC, Inc., the nation’s largest highway construction company, announced today that it is consolidating its Barrus Division, located in Kinston, N. C., and its South Carolina Division, based in Darlington, S. C., into the new Coastal Carolina Division of APAC-Carolina, Inc., which will be based in Kinston.

27 January 2003

 

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company’s Drew Industrial Business Announces Revolutionary, New Defoamer for Paints and Industrial Coatings

Ashland Specialty Chemical Company’s Drew Industrial business announces the introduction of DREWPLUS TS-4481 defoamer for water-based coatings.

22 January 2003

 

Ashland Inc. European service center to report to Cappeline

The Ashland Inc. European Shared Business Services Center will report to Gary A. Cappeline, vice president, Ashland Inc., and president, Ashland Specialty Chemical, according to James J. O’Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer. Cappeline will undertake this new responsibility beginning Feb. 14, in addition to his daily direction of Ashland Specialty Chemical.

13 January 2003

 

Osborne of Ashland Inc. named audit director

David B. Osborne has been named audit director, Ashland Inc., according to William A. Kosto, Ashland Inc. general auditor. The promotion is effective immediately, and he will report to Kosto.

12 December 2002

 

Cappeline named president Ashland Specialty Chemical

Gary A. Cappeline, 53, has been named vice president, Ashland Inc., and president, Ashland Specialty Chemical according to James J. O’Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer. The appointment will be effective Dec. 4.

03 December 2002

 

Duquin of Ashland Inc.elects to retire

James A. Duquin, vice president, Ashland Inc. and president, Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, a wholly-owned division of Ashland Inc. has elected to retire. The announcement was made today by James J. O’Brien, Ashland Inc. chairman and chief executive officer.

25 November 2002

 

Ashland Teams With Ohio State University Student Engineers Project takes aim at world speed record

Dublin-based Ashland Specialty Chemical Company, a division of Ashland Inc. and The Ohio State University (OSU) have joined forces on a project to attempt to break the world speed record for electric vehicles.

19 November 2002

 

Ashland Inc. names Taleghani vice president of purchasing and logistics

Suzanne Taleghani has been named vice president, purchasing and logistics for Ashland Inc., according to David J. D’Antoni, Ashland Inc. senior vice president and group operating officer. Taleghani replaces J. Thomas King, a 31-year veteran, who will retire in the spring of 2003.

18 November 2002

 

Ashland Inc. captures national award

The 2001 annual report of Ashland Inc. has been chosen as the best in industry of diversified corporations for the 2002 Nicholson Awards competition. The recently announced awards recognizes the best annual reports from an investor’s point of view. The program, in its 25th year, is sponsored by the National Association of Investors Corporation (NAIC).

06 November 2002

 

Ashland Inc. consolidates office and building service functions

Ashland Inc. announced today that it is consolidating all facility management functions in Ashland, Ky., Dublin, Ohio, Lexington, Ky., and Covington, Ky., reporting to Edward R. Scott, director of security and facility management. Previously, the office and building services functions were decentralized.

05 November 2002

 

Ashland Inc. names three managers for business process redesign

Carol A. Christobek, Rudolph J. 'Rudy' McCue, and Pamela R. Yost have been named process development managers by Rick E. Music, Ashland Inc. vice president, business process redesign. The changes will be effective immediately.

04 November 2002

 
 

 

 

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