Chem-Trend,  a leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of high-performance release agents, purging compounds and process chemical specialties announced January 29, 2019 that  it will open an advanced R&D laboratory space in Maisach, Germany. The new lab space will enhance Chem-Trend’s existing R&D capabilities.

Chem-Trend’s parent company, Freudenberg Chemical Specialities (FCS), has invested roughly €40 million ($45.5 million) into the new facility – spanning almost 10 acres. Various parts of the facility will be used by FCS’s Chem-Trend, Klüber Lubrication, and OKS business units. The integrated space includes areas for R&D, warehousing, training, dining, and administrative services.

“Chem-Trend’s R&D teams will benefit from additional lab space, yet the greatest value lies in the cooperative layout of the new laboratories, offices, and test fields. The development lab is designed to foster easy communication and development synergies, and to provide cross-functional support,” commented Devanir Moraes, President and CEO, Chem-Trend. “With these newly optimized R&D capabilities in Maisach, we are well positioned to accelerate our speed to market in Europe and keep our customers one step ahead.”
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Chem-Trend’s advanced technology center includes new equipment and dedicated laboratory space for its thermoplastics, polyurethane and wood composite R&D teams.