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Techmer PM Joins Formerra’s Portfolio in North America

Formerra will distribute Techmer PM color masterbatches, high-performance additives, and pre-colored compounds across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, today announced the addition of Techmer PM color masterbatches, high-performance additives, and pre-colored compounds to its expansive portfolio of materials. With this partnership, Formerra advances its application-specific lineup, aligning its material portfolio to customers’ evolving needs across North America.

A U.S.-based plastics compounder, Techmer PM specializes in value-added color and additive masterbatches and engineered compounds for high-performance plastics and fibers. These products are used in various industries such as medical, automotive, packaging, and consumer goods applications. Techmer PM has consistently invested in its optical and color capabilities, including the recent acquisition of OptiColor Inc. and Colors for Plastics.

“Techmer PM’s commitment to innovation and technical excellence aligns perfectly with Formerra’s mission to deliver best-in-class materials and responsive service,” said Cathy Dodd, CEO at Formerra. “Backed by our expert technical guidance, this partnership lets us provide customers with a portfolio of masterbatches and pre-colored compounds that drives performance and sustainability.”

Mike Ellison, VP, Product Management, adds, “The extensive pre-colored compound, additive, and color masterbatch offerings from Techmer PM cover processing, aesthetic, bio-based, regulatory, and performance needs.”

Highlights of the distributed Techmer PM products include:

Regulated Medical Color Systems: ISO 10993-tested palettes with regulatory statements; proven in PPSU, PA, PP, and ABS.
Aesthetic Effects & Laser Functionality: Full spectrum from metallics and color-shifting to photochromic and Techsplatter, a proprietary visual effect; full laser additive line covers multiple needs.
Circularity & Sustainable Material Solutions: PLA/alt-resin colors, HiTerra® rPET Revive to repair PET, NIR-sortable blacks (APR “preferred” in HDPE), and more.
Processing, Performance & Protection Additives: Techsperse™ proprietary dispersion technology, UV/heat stabilization, FR systems with halogen-free options, tracer technologies, antimicrobial packages, purge technologies.

“Formerra’s deep expertise in applications, requirements, and materials makes them an ideal partner to expand our market reach,” said Craig Foster, CEO at Techmer PM. “By combining our strengths, we’ll help customers accelerate their speed to market with the assurance of proven technologies.”

Key Details:

Formerra will distribute Techmer PM’s pre-colored compounds, colorants, additives, and masterbatches across North America.
Techmer PM brings a deep portfolio of color and additive masterbatches: Medical/regulatory-ready palettes, aesthetic effects (including Techsplatter), sustainability solutions (HiTerra® rPET Revive, NIR-sortable blacks), and performance/processing additives (TechSperse™, FR/UV systems).
The partnership pairs Formerra’s technical support and supply reliability with Techmer PM’s specialized materials and color/additive expertise to help customers launch better products faster.

About Formerra
Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world’s leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.

About Techmer PM
Techmer PM is a leading designer and producer of engineered materials and polymer solutions such as concentrated color or additive masterbatches that provide specific performance and/or functional requirements. The company collaborates with plastics processors, fabricators, designers, specifiers, and brand owners to enhance product function and appearance in numerous end-use markets. Founded in 1981, the company operates plants across North America and has extensive expertise across resin technologies and with virtually every plastic- and fiber-related process, including additive manufacturing, blown film, nonwovens, and injection molding. For more information, visit www.techmerpm.com.

Formerra has been named distributor for Techmer PM pre-colored compounds, colorants, and additives for a wide range of applications (left). Techmer PM production facility in Clinton, TN (right).

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Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
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Jill Warren
Marketing Communications Manager, Techmer PM
jwarren@techmerpm.com
+1 865-210-4078

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Formerra to Supply Foster Medical Compounds Across the Americas

Following GEON’s acquisition of Foster, LLC, this new agreement expands Formerra’s healthcare polymer portfolio with life-saving medical compounds.

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, today announced an agreement with GEON® Performance Solutions that designates Formerra as the preferred distributor of Foster®, LLC medical compounds in North America and South America.

The agreement follows GEON’s acquisition of Foster, LLC, and builds on Formerra’s long-standing, global partnership with GEON for flexible and rigid PVC and filled polypropylene materials.

“This expanded partnership equips our customers with a broader set of proven medical-grade solutions while leveraging Formerra’s technical guidance and robust supply-chain capabilities,” said Kelly Wessner, Vice President, Key Accounts, Formerra. “Foster’s brand strength and GEON’s investment momentum create powerful growth potential for these materials and our customers.”

Foster, LLC brings more than 30 years of expertise in custom medical polymer compounding, offering highly engineered formulations. Ranging from radio-opaque and pre-colored to USP Class VI and ISO 10993-compliant grades, Foster materials serve critical applications such as medical device housings, drug-delivery and auto-injector components, surgical tools, and remote patient monitoring devices.

“It is a privilege to serve the high-growth healthcare and medical device industry as GEON embarks on this new journey with Foster and Formerra,” said Arthur Adams, Chief Commercial Officer, GEON. “Our partnership with Formerra will expand our global footprint and enable us to distribute medical-grade engineered polymers to even more customers.”

With the addition of Foster, LLC compounds to its portfolio, Formerra further deepens its leading position in the healthcare space by delivering unmatched access to engineered medical polymers, deep regulatory expertise, and responsive logistics across the Americas.

Key details
–Formerra will distribute Foster®, LLC medical compounds in North and South America.

–This agreement adds custom medical-grade compounds to Formerra’s existing global access to GEON® PVC and filled PP materials.

–Foster®, LLC material applications include medical device housings, drug-delivery and auto-injectors, surgical tools, remote patient monitoring components, and more.

About GEON
GEON® Performance Solutions is a global leader in the formulation, development and manufacture of performance polymer solutions. With a portfolio of highly adaptable vinyl and polyolefin polymer technologies as well as a full-service manufacturing business, GEON combines three powerful traditions into a single, customer-focused business. GEON Performance Solutions is a leading innovator in the development of performance material solutions for a broad range of markets including appliances, building & infrastructure, electronics, medical, transportation, power & communications and more. GEON Performance Solutions has approximately 1,200 global associates and 15 world-class manufacturing plants with headquarters in Westlake, Ohio. Please visit us at www.geon.com to learn more. GEON Performance Solutions is a portfolio company of SK Capital Partners.

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Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
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Formerra Expands Leadership Team to Support Accelerated Global Growth

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announced today that Kyle Poyta has joined the company as Chief Commercial Officer, a newly established role at Formerra. Kyle most recently led Quaker Houghton’s North American commercial organization, with prior roles at DuPont.

Kyle Poyta named Chief Commercial Officer at Formerra.

Kyle’s 26 years of experience in specialty chemicals, industrial minerals, and polymer industries will help him to lead and execute Formerra’s commercial strategy as the Company enters an inflection point driven by commercial investment, global expansion, and accelerated growth.

“As our global strategy unfolds, we’re well positioned for an inflection in growth supported by significant investments in our commercial capabilities over the last two years,” says Cathy Dodd, Chief Executive Officer, Formerra. “In recent periods, we completed strategic acquisitions in Europe and Mexico, invested in our growing footprint in Europe and Southeast Asia, expanded our product offering in elastomers and high-performance polymers, enhanced our digital e-commerce platform and established ISCC PLUS certifications, bringing greater value for customers worldwide. Kyle’s expertise in commercial strategy and leadership and his track record of success at Quaker Houghton and DuPont aligns thoroughly with this momentum.”

In addition, Formerra has announced two leadership changes aimed at increased operational excellence and building strong global supplier partnerships. Doug Zupan, formerly Vice President of Operations, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. He will be responsible for optimizing global operations, efficiency, and alignment between teams. Michael Ellison, former Senior Director, Product Management, has been promoted to Vice President, Product Management. In this role, he will lead the group to strengthen and augment supplier partnerships globally.

Lastly, Robert Zusy, Vice President of Sales, is retiring from the Company. Robert spent his 30-year career serving in many commercial roles and made a significant impact on Formerra’s commercial initiatives that will continue to support its commercial teams well into the future.

About Formerra

Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world’s leading polymer and specialty materials producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.

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Marketing Communications
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+1 630-972-3145

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Formerra and H.B. Fuller Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive Growth in Advanced Bonding Solutions

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announced today that it has been named a Platinum Partner in H.B. Fuller’s Channel Partnership Program. This partnership positions the company to lead distribution efforts for H.B. Fuller’s Cilbond® adhesives across North America and builds on over a decade of distribution success at Suministro de Especialidades (Suministro), a leading Mexican distributor acquired by Formerra in late 2023.

Cilbond serves a variety of industries, including automotive applications that require rubber-to-metal bonds, such as suspension bushings, engine mounts, and anti-vibration systems.

Suministro has played a pivotal role in advancing applications for Cilbond throughout Mexico. Formerra will complement this established relationship to deliver H.B. Fuller’s innovative Cilbond bonding agents to the broader North American market, offering a unique combination of technical expertise, sustainable solutions, and customer support. Combined with Formerra’s expansive reach, this will enable support for manufacturers in streamlining their processes and improving production.

The Cilbond product line offers specialized bonding agents that cater to Power Grid, Transportation, Industrial, Oil, Gas & Mining industries, and more.

Cilbond provides a variety of coating systems, ranging from the conventional two-coat system, known for its durability and bonding strength, to a cutting-edge one-coat system. Cilbond’s one-coat options deliver a streamlined solution, saving both time and cost for customers. With additional water-based options, Cilbond aligns with the growing demand for more sustainable products, enabling manufacturers to reduce their potential environmental impact without sacrificing performance.

“Our new relationship with Formerra marks a significant step forward in our North American growth strategy,” said Tim O’Neil, Managing Director at H.B. Fuller. “By combining Formerra’s strong portfolio of complementary materials and technical expertise with our innovative technology, we’re able to provide advanced solutions that meet the evolving needs of manufacturing customers. Together, we’re well-positioned to help them increase efficiency, reduce costs, and meet sustainability goals.”

“We’re confident that our deep technical capabilities, combined with Suministro’s proven track record, position us to maximize the potential of this partnership for both parties,” said Doug Zupan, Vice President of Operations at Formerra. “In bringing H.B. Fuller’s innovative bonding solutions to the rest of North America, we intend to deliver exceptional value and support to our customers.”

About HB Fuller

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE:FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

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Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
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+1 630-972-3144

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Formerra Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification Across U.S. Warehouses, Enhancing Sustainable Material Distribution

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, proudly announces it has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its U.S. legal entity, including nine of its distribution warehouses across the United States. This milestone marks a significant step in Formerra’s commitment to supporting the circular economy and bio-based materials, providing customers with greater access to sustainable solutions.

The ISCC PLUS certification enables Formerra to handle and distribute ISCC-certified materials, meeting a growing demand among customers for environmentally responsible products. With this certification, Formerra assures its clients of the integrity of its sustainable materials, ensuring they adhere to strict sustainability standards to prevent greenwashing and provide quality and consistency identical to virgin fossil-based materials.

“Receiving ISCC PLUS certification reflects our ongoing dedication to sustainability and our ability to respond to our customers’ needs,” said Mike Balasko, Sustainability Director at Formerra. “Certifying nine warehouses across the U.S. allows us to get material closer to where our customers need it and provide just-in-time deliveries for customers requiring it.”

Formerra’s ISCC PLUS certification includes the mass balance approach, which allows suppliers to mix sustainable and fossil-based feedstocks while ensuring the final product represents a quantifiable sustainable content. This method is critical in many industries that want sustainability but do not want to sacrifice performance, quality, and consistency.

The certification process was audited by SCS Global Services, ensuring that Formerra’s processes and policies as well as its nine warehouses met the rigorous standards required for ISCC PLUS certification. This achievement underscores Formerra’s role as a pivotal partner for suppliers looking to innovate and grow with sustainable materials as well as processors seeking bio-based or recycled materials.

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Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
jackie.morris@formerra.com
+1 630-972-3144

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Formerra and AFC Ecoplastics Forge New Path in Compostable Materials

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announces a partnership with AFC Ecoplastics to distribute its compostable products across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Formerra will distribute a range of AFC’s compostable resins, compounds, and colorants, including PBAT (polybutylene co-adipate co-terephthalate) and PBS (polybutylene succinate) resins. These materials are particularly suited for consumer packaged goods (CPG) applications, both rigid and film, as well as medical packaging and labware, responding to the demand for sustainable alternatives in these sectors. They have also received Health Canada and FDA approvals.

“AFC has always been at the forefront of sustainable material innovation,” said Ha Le, CEO of AFC Ecoplastics. “Partnering with Formerra was a natural step in our journey to expand our reach and impact. Their robust distribution network, extensive technical support, and stellar reputation among packaging customers provide the ultimate platform for our compostable solutions.”

Demand for compostable packaging is growing. Regulations such as California’s SB154 are in the works in several states in the U.S. and will require single-use plastics to be either recyclable or compostable within the next several years. Produce bags and bin liners are already under regulation for compostability in California. Formerra and AFC Ecoplastics are poised to lead the market in providing viable, sustainable solutions that address regulatory and societal needs.

Mike Balasko, Director of Sustainability and Business Development at Formerra, said, “Our collaboration with AFC is a significant step forward in our sustainability initiative. These compostable materials will help our customers navigate the shifting regulatory landscape and enhance their product offerings for environmentally conscious consumers. We are committed to aiding brands in achieving both compliance and their own sustainability goals.”

AFC materials are BPI certified and have also received the TÜV OK Compost industrial certification (EN 13432). Materials featuring this label are guaranteed to be biodegradable in an industrial composting plant.

Formerra will exhibit at NPE 2024 in Orlando, Florida, next week in booth S39025.

About Formerra

Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world’s leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.

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Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
jackie.morris@formerra.com
+1 630-972-3144

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Formerra Unveils Evonik Alliance for High-Performance Solutions

Partnership expands reach with Evonik’s high-performance polyamides, including sustainable solutions.

Formerra today announced its new strategic partnership with Evonik, the global leader in PA12 and high-performance polyamides. This alliance enables Formerra to distribute Evonik’s polyamides and sustainable materials in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Additionally, these materials are accessible in Mexico courtesy of Formerra’s recent acquisition of Suministro de Especialidades.

Formerra has added PA12 and polyamides from Evonik to its lineup of high-performance material options for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications.

Specifically, Formerra will distribute the following materials:

VESTAMID® L POLYAMIDE 12
VESTAMID® E POLYAMIDE 12 ELASTOMER
VESTAMID® D POLYAMIDE 612
TROGAMID® CX (transparent and microcrystalline polyamides)
Sustainable grades:
- VESTAMID® eCO (PA12)
- VESTAMID® RFP (PA12)
- VESTAMID® Terra (PA610 and PA1010)

Doug Zupan, Vice President of Operations at Formerra, expressed enthusiasm about the addition of this new supplier. “Joining forces with Evonik empowers us to supply top-tier materials for critical applications in automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Evonik’s reputation in high-performance polyamide production and their commitment to sustainable solutions resonate with our vision of offering customers the best cutting-edge material options.”

Craig Schmidter, Americas Director of Granules and Compounds at Evonik, added, “With Formerra’s vast network and deep technical support for performance-driven applications, they are the ideal choice for our polyamide products distribution. In short, Formerra is a great match because they offer the technical material selection and engineering support that customers and applications need to incorporate our high-performance materials.”

Evonik products enable Formerra to enter new markets such as aerospace and oil & gas; Evonik will play a key role in helping Formerra to accomplish this growth. In addition, Formerra will be able to support current and future customers with logistics, warehousing, technical service, and speed to market.

The Formerra-Evonik collaboration will focus on providing substantial benefits to fuel customer innovation in multiple markets.

Formerra will exhibit next month at NPE2024: The Plastics Show in booth S39025 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

About Evonik
Evonik is one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals. The company is active in more than 100 countries around the world and generated sales of €15.3 billion in 2023. Evonik goes far beyond chemistry to create innovative, profitable, and sustainable solutions for customers. More than 33,000 employees work together for a common purpose: We want to improve life today and tomorrow.

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Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
jackie.morris@formerra.com
+1 630-972-3144

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Formerra Launches New Nordic Hub to Power Global Healthcare Innovation

New facility in Malmo, Sweden strengthens support for healthcare customers in Scandinavia and Europe with specialized material solutions.

Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announces the opening of a new warehouse in Malmö, Sweden, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy. The modern facility will support existing customers with an emphasis on serving the growing production demands of medical device and equipment production in Europe.

Formerra’s facilities network has expanded to include a new warehouse in Malmö, Sweden that will serve medical device OEMs and suppliers in Europe and Nordic countries.

The new Nordic hub underscores Formerra’s commitment to providing tailored solutions to customers where needed in support of meeting the stringent requirements of the healthcare industry. By pairing an expansive portfolio of products from leading suppliers with its expertise in REACH certification and US-manufactured medical-grade materials, Formerra is uniquely positioned to help customers navigate the complexities of healthcare regulations, ensuring rapid compliance and market entry.

“With this new facility, Formerra is expanding geographically and, at the same time, intensifying our focus on the healthcare sector, where precision, reliability, and rapid innovation are paramount,” explains Cathy Dodd, Chief Executive Officer at Formerra. “Our Malmö warehouse provides Nordic and European customers with a gateway to advanced material solutions, designed to meet the rigorous demands of their medical applications.”

This network expansion further represents Formerra’s deep understanding of the healthcare industry’s challenges, ranging from the growing government regulations to global trade requirements. Housing a comprehensive range of materials capable of supporting these demanding requirements, the new facility positions Formerra as a vital partner in the development and production of medical devices and equipment.

The Malmö facility is strategically located to ensure efficient distribution across Europe. Likewise, the new warehouse will complement Formerra’s existing presence and warehouses in Ireland and the UK, the result of its acquisition of distributor Total Polymer Solutions (TPS) in April 2023. TPS has officially been renamed Formerra, a significant milestone in integrating this important acquisition and expanding the Formerra brand and presence into Europe.

Formerra’s vision extends beyond healthcare. The Malmö location sits amid regional hubs for growth industries such as telecommunications, electronics, powersports, and utility vehicles, industries Formerra currently serves.

Formerra will be exhibiting at MD&M West in Anaheim, California this week in Booth 610.

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Jackie Morris
Marketing Communications Manager, Formerra
jackie.morris@formerra.com
+1 630-972-3144

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