Nexeo solutions announces plan to purchase JACAAB LLC

February 11, 2014

Nexeo Solutions, a leader in chemicals distribution, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Archway Sales, Inc. and JACAAB, LLC . This acquisition reflects Nexeo Solutions continued focus and commitment to expand its presence in specialty chemicals. Archways specialty portfolio closely aligns with our end market strategy, says Nexeo Solutions President and CEO, David Bradley. The similarity in our business models and our complementary product portfolios make this the natural next step on our path to market leadership. This transaction is expected to close on or about April 1, 2014, and is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Nexeo Solutions employs more than 2,300 employees with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. Today, producers and customers for chemicals, plastics, composites and environmental services need a distribution partner with the expertise to add value and the global infrastructure to help connect them to opportunities worldwide.

Albemarle appoints Jacaab LLC repacking distributor

December 19, 2011

Albemarle has announced a new agreement with Jacaab LLC as the exclusive repackage distributor of 5-gallon pails for their Ethacure 100 and 300 products. The curatives are used in cast elastomers, coatings and specialty adhesives that are incorporated into products such as wheels and cement.
Albemarle is a leading specialty chemical company providing innovative chemistry solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world.

BASF Urethane Chemical appoints Jacaab LLC exclusive sample representative

May 18, 2005

BASF's Urethane Chemical business unit in Wyandotte, Mich., has announced it has strengthened its ability to meet U.S. customers' lead-times and delivery requirements by appointing Jacaab LLC of St. Louis, Mo., an exclusive sample representative for Lupranate&#reg; isocyanates and Pluracol&#reg; polyols. Jacaab LLC will have exclusive sample responsibilities for customers in the entire U.S. BASF's Lupranate isocyanates and Pluracol polyols are used in coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomer applications. The Urethane Chemicals business unit is part of BASF''s Polyurethanes business, which offers a comprehensive product portfolio from basic chemicals (polyols, MDI and TDI) to polyurethane systems and specialty elastomers. BASF is one of the leading manufacturers of polyurethanes in the world, with operations in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Interested parties should contact BASF or their distribution sales representatives to discuss intended applications and initiate a sample request.

Akzo Nobel appoints Jacaab LLC repackaging distributor

February 5, 2005

Akzo Nobel's Surfactants has announced a new agreement with Jacaab LLC as the exclusive repackage distributor of 5-gallon pails for their products. The changing marketplace has made it difficult for customers to get 5-gallon pails of raw materials for plant trials or small-batch users. This partnership enables the small-volume user the efficiency of buying exactly the amount of product needed for their specific purpose. Akzo Nobel Surfactants is a leading supplier of surfactants. They are headquartered in Chicago, Ill. (USA), with regional headquarters in Stenungsund (Sweden) and Singapore.