Syrgis PChem Hires Technical Specialist Joel Anderson to Support Business Growth


INFORMEX - SAN FRANCISCO - (Feb. 17, 2010) - Syrgis Inc., an international diversified group of fine and specialty chemical manufacturers, today announced that Joel Anderson will assume the role of Senior Technical Specialist for Syrgis Performance Chemicals' (PChem) global business.

"Joel has proven experience when it comes to innovation and problem solving for the oil and gas industry," said Ted Schlosser, vice president, sales and marketing, Syrgis PChem. "He also brings a wealth of technical expertise in new product conception, design, and development. Joel's extensive international background will certainly strengthen PChem's ability to grow outside North America."

Anderson has worked in the oil and gas industry for more than 35 years. His background includes work with high-profile companies, such as Petrolite Corporation, BASF Corporation, Clearwater Inc., and M-I SWACO (formerly SII Chemtech), where he successfully developed business in Africa, the Middle East, Far East, South America and Russia. Anderson earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Northeastern Oklahoma State University.

About Syrgis
Syrgis is an international diversified group of fine and specialty chemical manufacturers. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Syrgis is a suite of companies that includes Syrgis Performance Specialties, Syrgis PChem, and Syrgis Performance Initiators- all worldwide leaders in their respective niche markets. Syrgis companies deliver high-quality products that meet the exacting standards of leading chemical solution providers in the automotive, building materials, composites, cosmetic, mining, oil and gas, paints and coatings, personal care, plastics, renewable energy, transportation and water treatment industries. With strong backing from Cleveland, Ohio-based Edgewater Capital Partners, Syrgis is dedicated to delivering the high-performance products its customers need, supported by exceptional customer service and technical application expertise. To learn more, please visit www.syrgis.com.

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