General Info

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Specialty Chemicals is the world s largest producer of binder, adhesive, coating and ink resins for industrial applications. The company serves the wood and industrial markets through a range of thermoset technologies, specialty products and technical support. It was formed with the merger of Borden Chemical, Resolution Performance Products and Resolution Specialty Materials. With more than 7,000 employees, Hexion Specialty Chemicals products are available in various brand names, including Bakelite, Acrylamac, BondShield, Ceramax, Decopol, Excelite, Hydrokyd and KlearShield. The company serves the agriculture, automotive, construction, marine, packaging, textile and transportation industries. With a location in Carpentersville, Ill., it is an affiliate of Apollo Management.