Akcros Chemicals America expands its broad range of biocides for the worldwide plastics industry

AkcrosDÜSSELDORF October 25, 2001: Akcros Chemicals is a prominent force in thermoplastic additives supply worldwide, as well as being a leading global supplier of biocidal actives for the plastics industry. Akcros Chemicals America (New Brunswick) has recently expanded its broad range of biocides following a series of successful US EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)* registrations and new technology developments.

WEDCO's complete material processing solutions deliver quality, speed and cost-efficiency

ICO PolymersDÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – WEDCO is a subsidiary of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC) which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. WEDCO is a world leader in size reduction and related processing services, with over forty years’ experience in the field.

ICO Polymers' One-Shot foam system for rotational moulding outperforms aluminium in chemical application

OneShotFoam Picture DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – ICO Polymers is a subsidiary of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC), which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. ICO Polymers is Europe's leading supplier of speciality polymers for rotational moulding, metal coating, carpet backing, masterbatch production, lamination and many other applications.

ICO Polymers sign Dupont de Nemours deal and add new ICORENE® speciality grades

ICORENE Picture DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – As a result of the supply agreement signed with DuPont de Nemours Intl. S.A., to use HYTREL® Thermoplastic Polyester Eastomer, ICO Polymers are pleased to announce the introduction of the first grades of ICORENE® powders for rotational moulding. These speciality developed powders, which combine the expertise and experience of ICO Polymers in rotational moulding with the excellent properties of HYTREL Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomers, are opening new opportunities for rotational moulding industry in automotive and non-automotive applications.

ICO Polymers maintains market leadership with new speciality polymers and technology

ICO Polymers Picture DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – ICO Polymers is a subsidiary of ICO Incorporated, (NASDAQ: ICOC) which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. ICO Polymers is Europe's leading supplier of speciality polymers for rotational moulding, metal coating, carpet backing, masterbatch production, lamination and many other applications.

Fabri-Moulds' expertise and precision ensure long operational life

FabriMoulds Picture DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – Fabri-Moulds is a UK-based division of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC), which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. Fabri-Moulds has specialised in the design and manufacture of rotational moulds for over 20 years.

Courtenay's COTENE powders and proprietary systems maintain its number one position in Australasia

Courtenay Picture DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – Courtenay is a division of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC), which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. Courtenay was founded in 1969 by John Courtenay and has grown with the rotational moulding industry in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Rim to its current position as the leader in technology and speciality products. It recently established an operation in Malaysia to serve the growing South East Asian markets and continues to service the industry through its ongoing investment in technology and technical support.

MasterSeries compounds extend Bayshore's market leadership in the USA

MasterSeries compounds extend Bayshore's market leadership in the USA DÜSSELDORF, October 25, 2001 – Bayshore Industrial is a subsidiary of ICO Incorporated (NASDAQ: ICOC), which was founded in 1970 as a small oilfield services company. Today, it is a leading provider of specialised processing and distribution services to the petrochemical industry worldwide, with facilities in North America, Europe and Australasia. Bayshore Industrial is the leading manufacturer of custom and proprietary polyolefin-based products for North America's major resin producers and resin converters (end users).