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November 16 2015, David R Brown

IMCD launches its first lubricants laboratory in Paris, France

IMCD N.V. has opened its first, purpose-built laboratory for its Lubricants Business Group in Paris, France. The primary function of the laboratory will be to provide a better understanding of formulations and additive synergies, to help in the promotion of IMCD's base oil and additive product portfolio and to develop new projects in cooperation with its customers and suppliers.

The laboratory will further enhance IMCD's technical offering to both its lubricants supplier and customer partners

Sandrine Lebensztein
IMCD Lubricants Technical Director

On speaking about the development, Sandrine Lebensztein, IMCD Lubricants Technical Director, commented: “IMCD is delighted to launch its first laboratory dedicated to the lubricants market. The laboratory will further enhance IMCD's technical offering to both its lubricants supplier and customer partners, and provide them with a unique and first class service. This includes offering support with any specific technical issue such as extreme pressure, anti-wear and anti-corrosion to name just a few. Our ongoing commitment to providing strong technical support and development expertise ensures that we uphold our position as a valued partner in the lubricant market.”

The new Lubricants laboratory adds to IMCD's existing international network of laboratories for the Coatings, Personal Care, Detergents, Food & Nutrition and Pharmaceutical Business Groups. With this latest addition, IMCD now has 26 laboratories on all continents where it operates. These laboratories provide formulation support, internal and external training sessions, product analysis and testing and market trend awareness and development. Cross-fertilization of technical expertise between these labs also ensures all business opportunities are maximised.

About IMCD N.V.
IMCD is a market-leader in the sales, marketing and distribution of specialty chemicals and food ingredients. Listed on the Euronext, Amsterdam (IMCD.AS), IMCD realised revenues of €1,358 million in 2014. In over 30 countries on 5 continents its dedicated team of more than 1.500 technical and commercial experts work in close partnership to tailor best in class solutions for around 28,000 customers and a diverse range of world class suppliers.

Source(s): IMCD Press Release

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