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Sawmills in China Industry: Rapid Urbanization is Driving Double-Digit Growth, says IBISWorld

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Sawmills in China Industry: Rapid Urbanization is Driving Double-Digit Growth, says IBISWorld











IBISWorld Market Research


Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) March 31, 2012

China’s urbanization rate increased from 45.7% in 2008 to an estimated 50.0% in 2011. The rapid development of the real estate market created huge demand for construction wood, wood for decoration, and wood furniture, which resulted in growing demand for products from the Sawmills industry. Fast growth in the transportation sector also boosted demand for special timbers and sleepers provided by sawmills. As a result, IBISWorld estimates that the Sawmill industry in China will generate $ 9.1 billion in 2012, reflecting 24.8% annualized growth over the past five years.

According to IBISWorld, the top four companies in this industry–Rizhao Huada Investment Development, Yantai Northwest Forestry, Shandong Hailan Import and Export Corporation, and Qingdao Westwood Lumber–account for only 8.5% of total industry revenue. As sawmill products are manufactured from logs of different forestry species into items with different specifications, one sawmill cannot satisfy the needs of all the markets. Therefore, sawmills tend to specialize focusing only on products of certain specifications.

Over the next five years, the Chinese government will continue to boost domestic investment in the [Sawmill industry and encourage Chinese enterprises to invest in countries with abundant forest resources. With favorable policies and low purchase costs, top enterprises are expected to account for a larger market share in the coming five years, says IBISWorld.

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The Sawmills in China industry comprises establishments that saw raw logs lengthwise into lumber of standardized width and depth with sawing machines or manipulative devices. They also process lumbers chemically in preservatives and other soaks, and manufacture rough floorings.

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About IBISWorld Inc.

Recognized as the nation’s most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every US industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.





















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Brooks Sports, Inc. Takes Significant Step in Sustainability Journey with First Corporate Responsibility Report

Posted by on December 9, 2011 1 comment

Brooks Sports, Inc. Takes Significant Step in Sustainability Journey with First Corporate Responsibility Report










Bothell, WA (PRWEB) December 08, 2011

Brooks Sports, Inc., parent of leading running brand Brooks and women’s active lifestyle brand Moving Comfort, today released its first corporate responsibility (CR) report. The report, Running Responsibly, expresses the company’s philosophy on corporate responsibility and its road map to achieve its CR goals. It also represents an important mile marker in the company’s quest to become one of the most admired companies in the world and a more sustainable business.

The report, which includes the company’s first greenhouse gas emissions measurement, highlights the corporation’s 2009 and 2010 environmental and social performance, and the strides taken to manage the company’s most material sustainability issues. The report also highlights challenges and key focus areas around the bend.

“Through best-in-class gear, can-do service and Run Happy spirit, we strive to develop meaningful consumer connections that ring far beyond the register,” said Jim Weber, Brooks President and CEO. “We care about our customer’s healthy bodies and minds, and our role in fostering an environment where life can thrive for the long run. Our newly established sustainability baselines will help us measure our future CR progress in what we consider a lifelong marathon.”

The CR report includes an in-depth eco-footprint of two of the company’s top-selling 2009 products—the Adrenaline GTS 10 performance running shoe and the Podium SS technical running top—that identifies, quantifies and assesses the environmental impacts associated with these products’ different life cycle stages. The report also features sustainability highlights from 2009 and 2010:


    BioMoGo Midsole – A five-year study found that BioMoGo, the midsole materials used for the vast majority of Brooks shoes, degrades in anaerobic conditions 50 times faster than a standard EVA midsole.
    Cascadia 6 – Virtually every component of the Cascadia 6 has an environmentally-friendlier feature, such as materials made of recycled content, water-based inks and adhesives, and soy-based foams.
    CMP Midsole – Brooks’ eco-friendlier compression molded preform (CMP) midsole manufacturing process creates 50 percent less waste than traditional midsole manufacturing methods.
    Green Silence – Constructed with roughly half as many parts as a comparable shoe, 75 percent of the Green Silence is made from post-consumer recycled material. The shoe requires 41 percent less energy to produce and uses 65 percent fewer volatile organic compounds.
    Packaging Materials and Waste Reduction – Brooks examined every aspect of its shoe box and determined several ways to significantly reduce packaging materials and waste.
    Hazardous Substance Reduction – In 2010, Brooks listed 193 chemicals on its restricted substance list and actively tracked 67 of the highest risk substances. All 49 of Brooks’ footwear component and material suppliers, and contract factories have enlisted in its Restricted Substances program to help make Brooks products as safe as possible.
    Factory Performance – Brooks began auditing its contract factories in the early 2000s, driving steady and meaningful social improvements. From 2009 to 2010, the average number of violations against Brooks’ Code of Conduct decreased in issues related to wages and benefits as well as heath and safety.
    Factory and Supplier Training – At Brooks’ annual training conference, the company educates its factories and component suppliers, free of charge, about its CR program, human rights, worker health and safety, and environmental issues.
    Soles4Souls – Brooks collects and donates product samples and gently worn shoes and apparel for those in need through the Soles4Souls program. In two years, Brooks donated more than 175,000 items.
    Brooks and Moving Comfort Charitable Apparel Programs – Together, the two brands donated more than $ 65,000 in 2009 and 2010 to various charities through the sales of cause-related apparel collections.

Now with a baseline measurement of its sustainability impacts, Brooks will focus future CR efforts on five key areas that are most pivotal to its business:

    Energy and water used to manufacture and assemble products and operate facilities
    Waste generated (particularly on materials that are used) in the manufacture of products
    GHG emissions associated with products and business operations
    Materials used that are harmful for people and the environment
    The well being of the individuals who work at Brooks and make its products

Brooks’ Running Responsibly report is written in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) G3 Guidelines, the de-facto standard for sustainability reporting. To see a copy of the entire report, please visit http://www.brooksrunning.com/runningresponsibly. Feedback is encouraged on the reporting process and performance via runningresponsibly(at)brooksrunning(dot)com.

About Brooks

Brooks is a leading running company that designs and markets a line of performance footwear, apparel, and accessories in more than 60 countries worldwide. A subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., Brooks was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in Bothell, Wash., near Seattle. The company’s mission is to inspire everyone to run and be active by creating innovative gear that keeps them running longer, farther, and faster. Visit BrooksRunning.com for more information, and to follow frequent brand updates on Twitter (@brooksrunning) and Facebook (Brooks Running).

About Moving Comfort

Established in 1977 with the first women’s running short, Moving Comfort designs and delivers fitness apparel and sports bras that support and inspire women to get fit, be healthy, and achieve their own unique personal best. Headquartered in Bothell, Wash., near Seattle, Moving Comfort is a division of Brooks Sports, Inc. Visit MovingComfort.com for more information.

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Glycos Biotechnologies to Present at the Platts Renewable Chemicals Conference

Posted by on September 28, 2011 1 comment

Glycos Biotechnologies to Present at the Platts Renewable Chemicals Conference











Rob Toker, Vice President, Partnerships for GlycosBio

Houston, TX (PRWEB) September 07, 2011

Glycos Biotechnologies, Inc. (GlycosBio), an international biochemical company commercializing industrial biological processes to convert low-value feedstocks into high-value sustainable chemicals, today announced the Company will be presenting at the Platts Renewable Chemicals Conference taking place September 12th – 13th in Houston, TX.

Rob Toker, Vice President of Partnerships for GlycosBio, will participate in a panel discussion about creating value and building alliances for renewable chemicals. Panelists will explore different partnership strategies, provide examples of successful programs, and offer key success factors for partnering and commercialization. There will also be a presentation and discussion of USDA support through the BioPreferred program.

Toker will provide attendees with industry examples of successful partnering as well as GlycosBio’s experience expanding into Malaysia. The Company is collaborating with Bio-XCell, a government-supported industrial ecosystem focused on the advancement of biotechnology in Malaysia, to construct GlycosBio’s biochemical plant and biotechnology research and development facility within Bio-XCell’s industrial park. Construction of the commercial plant is expected to begin in Q4 2011 with completion in Q4 of 2012. GlycosBio will utilize the facility to support the production of isoprene, a key building block for synthetic rubber, from low-value renewable feedstocks readily available in Malaysia.

In its inaugural year, the Platts Renewable Chemicals Conference will offer attendees an in-depth view of the market for bio-based chemicals and materials, a booming industry, stimulated by technology breakthroughs and the high cost of conventional petrochemical feedstocks. Attendees will be introduced to the major new players that are entering the industry and making significant new investments.

Title

“Creating Value and Building Alliances for Renewable Chemicals”

Panelists

Johan Van Walsem, Vice President, Commercial Development, Metabolix, Inc.

Rob Toker, Vice President, Partnerships, Glycos Biotechnology

Babette Pettersen, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Sales, BioAmber Inc.

Steven L. Devlin, Program Director, Iowa State University Extension, USDA BioPreferred Program

Location

JW Marriott, Houston, TX

Date and Time

Tuesday, September 13th, 9:00am

For more information about the Platts Renewable Chemicals Conference, visit http://www.platts.com/ConferenceDetail/2011/xc140/index.

About Glycos Biotechnologies, Inc.

Glycos Biotechnologies, Inc. (“GlycosBio”) is an international biochemical company commercializing advanced metabolic engineering and microbial strain processes that convert multiple low value feedstocks into a range of high value sustainable chemicals. By designing a portfolio of differentiated microorganisms, GlycosBio’s bioconversion technology produces a diverse set of chemicals, including substitutes for fossil fuel derived petrochemicals, meeting the growing global demand for clean, environmentally safe biochemicals.

GlycosBio is privately held and focused on biochemical commercialization and production with established global partnerships including relationships with petrochemical companies to secure low cost, non-petroleum based chemicals. For more information, visit http://www.glycosbio.com.

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New e-commerce guidelines for chemical distributors and traders

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New e-commerce guidelines for chemical distributors and traders










NAPLES, FL (PRWEB) December 10, 2003

Members of the International Council of Chemical Trade Associations (ICCTA) adopted a set of guidelines for chemical traders and distributors voluntarily regulating the conditions and restrictions under which they can deliver certain chemicals to commercial as well as private consumers.

There are laws and decrees regulating the marketing of chemicals in almost all countries of the world, but their content varies from country to country. They also vary with respect to the assessments of hazards and risks.

These guidelines emphasize the necessity to strictly obey the national regulations. They also take further account of certain dangerous chemicals that should not be delivered without special caution to customers.

First, both commercial and private customers must be well known to the chemical distributor. This is explained in detail in the Guidelines. One example is that chemicals should not be delivered to customers who are only known through the Internet.

In addition, private customers must explain their intended use. Salespersons of the distributor must be especially educated regarding the hazards and risks of their chemicals. Last, but not least, the deliveries must be documented.

ICCTA recommends these guidelines to its national members in Europe and in North and South America. The goal is for all members of ICCTA to voluntary self-commit to these guidelines.

The International Council of Chemical Trade Associations (ICCTA) is an organization of 20 chemical distributor associations that exists to co-ordinate among associations worldwide on the strategy and representation of chemical distribution and trade before international stake holders on key issues of common interest and on chemical industry programmes. ICCTA promotes the spirit, principles and practices of Responsible Care/Responsible Distribution and international free trade and fair competition within the framework of the WTO.

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Chemical Lifecycle Management Chooses Chemical Safety’s EMS Software

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Chemical Lifecycle Management Chooses Chemical Safety’s EMS Software











Emeryville, CA (PRWEB) August 25, 2008

Chemical Lifecycle Management – a strategic alliance formed by Veolia Environmental Services (Lombard, IL) and Rinchem Company Inc. (Albuquerque, NM) – has chosen Chemical Safety’s (Emeryville, CA.) EMS software for their Chemical Inventory, MSDS Management, Waste Tracking and reporting services. “CLM was well aware of how our ERIS/EMS software contributed to the growth and success of Ensco/Teris’ hazardous waste services, by reducing processing costs, increasing information access and streamlining regulatory compliance. We all felt that the same strategy could apply to CLM”, said Rob Dunn, Director of Sales & Marketing for Chemical Safety. “The ease of use – in data exchange, report generation and true cradle-to-grave tracking capability – were the key factors in choosing EMS”, added Ken Northrop, GM of Chemical Lifecycle Management.

About Chemical Lifecycle Management:

Veolia Environmental Services (ES) Technical Solutions (Lombard, IL) has formed a strategic alliance, called Chemical Lifecycle Management (CLM), with Rinchem Company, Inc. (Albuquerque, NM), to provide “cradle to grave” chemical, gas, and waste management services. The CLM service offering includes the following: chemical procurement management, chemical transportation and delivery, chemical/gas warehousing and inventory management, on-site chemical and waste management, waste collection services, and waste transportation and waste recycling/disposal services. CLM will also offer its customers internet-based tracking of all chemical purchases and deliveries, warehouse inventories, and waste handling activities, using EMS software.

About Chemical Safety Software:

Chemical Safety Software is a US-based privately held company incorporated in the State of California. Chemical Safety has offices in the US, Europe and China. Chemical Safety is a leading provider of software and related technologies for facilities management, chemical management, hazardous waste management, occupational safety management and regulatory reporting.

Chemical Safety’s Environmental Management Systems (EMS) software has been integrated with U.S. federal and state regulatory requirements, European Union mandates, compliance rules of China and Japan, and international regulations such as GHS and REACH. Chemical Safety’s clients include multi-national entities and institutions including Novartis, Hitachi, the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the US Departments of Defense and Energy, and leading universities, including Stanford University, the University of California and the University of Illinois. Chemical Safety’s clients span many industries, including Energy, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Public Utilities and Institutions, R&D, Universities, and many others.

Please visit http://www.chemicalsafety.com and http://www.chemlifecycle.com for more information.

Press Contact:

Rob Dunn, Sales Manager

rob.dunn@chemicalsafety.com

+1 510 594-1000 ext. 27

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7000+ Chemical Plants to Spend Hundreds of Millions on Regulatory Compliance

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7000+ Chemical Plants to Spend Hundreds of Millions on Regulatory Compliance











Houston, TX (PRWEB) November 1, 2007

Homeland Security’s new Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) demand widespread hardening of chemical facilities. In April 2007, experts projected only about 10,000 chemical plants would need to submit to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Top Screen in 2007. As of October 1, 2007, a staggering 40,000+ plants have submitted Top Screens for review.

Why the huge discrepancy?

The government and the petrochemical industry are facing the very real fact that our critical infrastructure is currently being targeted for attack and that vulnerability exists. Many chemical plants previously thought to be negligible to our national security have been found to play integral roles in the stability of our Nation’s critical infrastructure. The various types of chemical plants are now ranked by risk profile and are compelled to implement varying levels of new security measures to “harden” their facilities.

What does “hardening” mean?

In order to meet the new regulations, chemical facilities must implement significant new security measures. These include electronic surveillance systems, card and gate access control and perimeter security. Furthermore, compliance with DHS regulations will require chemical facilities to develop comprehensive security plans and clearly defined protocols to mitigate the risk of a terrorist attack.

Infrastruct Security is ready: In anticipation of these regulations, Infrastruct Security, Inc., (http://www.infrastructsecurity.com) is a Texas based security integrator, has been proactive in developing a program to assist facilities facing these daunting new regulatory issues. Mr. Daniel Weiss, President and CEO of Infrastruct Security, Inc., has developed a platform that specifically addresses critical infrastructure security. “Fundamentally, DHS and chemical security facilities want to know when and where a security breach has occurred so that they can react accordingly”, says Weiss. “As facilities are required to comply with the new regulations, Infrastruct Security is ready to assist.”

How are chemical facilities impacted?

In order to comply with the CFATs regulations, high-risk chemical facilities are required to perform Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVAs) and formulate a Site Security Plan (SSP) which implements security measures that address the findings of the SVA. Facilities will be required to submit their SSP for review by the Department of Homeland Security who will provide consultation to ensure that the facility’s SSP meets Risk Based Performance Standards (RBPS) identified by the department. Departmental inspectors, trained in CFATS methodology, will inspect high risk chemical facilities to assess the risk level of the facility and assist in the formulations of the appropriate security measures. Departmental inspectors will be dispatched on a regular basis depending upon the tier level of the facility. Higher tier facilities will be inspected first and more often.

High Risk Designations

How are facilities designated as high risk? Facilities that must comply with CFATS are those facilities that manufacture, store or distribute certain chemicals above a specified quantity. The CSAT (Chemical Security Assessment Tool) Top Screen was developed as a method to determine which facilities meet the criteria to be considered high-risk. The CSAT Top Screen is an on-line based questionnaire that must be completed by any facility that possesses or plans to possess certain chemicals. This screening determines the facility’s tier placement.

Compliance is costly, but gambling our national security could cost us much more:

Although the cost of strengthening security measures will be significant, chemical facilities realize that these changes must be made in order to ensure the protection of our Nation’s critical infrastructure. “Many companies impacted by the regulations are being very proactive by engaging in a productive dialogue. They realize that the risk impacts their own employees and assets as well” says Weiss. Non-compliance with DHS regulations could result in hefty fines for chemical facilities or even a shut-down. The business impact and legal ramifications have gained the attention of senior level executives. Weiss says, “We have finally achieved visibility in the board room to address security issues.”

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Actio Launches Comprehensive CMS Solution

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Actio Launches Comprehensive CMS Solution










Hampton, NH (PRWEB) June 16, 2004

Actio Corporation today announced the completion of a new web site that melds their portfolio of solutions into a cohesive chemical management solution (CMS) designed to manage each stage of the chemical lifecycle.

The Actio CMS portfolio is delivered as an application service provider so client companies can immediately install and begin to realize a return on their investment. Each module can be accessed as a standalone product, however when combined, they form an enterprise wide solution that optimizes the chemical supply chain by managing the flow of chemicals into and throughout the organization. This unprecedented coordination provides more corporate control while significantly reducing the purchasing and handling costs of chemicals.

“With the introduction of Actio Gatekeeper and the launch of the new web site, Actio can offer industry and govenment the first web based CMS system that is chemical company vendor neutral” stated Russ McCann, President of Actio, “the Actio CMS system provides superior coordination between remote locations of the enterprise enabling information coordination and increased control over all stages of the chemical lifecycle”.

The backbone of the CMS system is Actio’s MSDS Vault, a continuously updated library of close to 1,000,000 manufacturer material safety data sheets stored as unstructured data. The data contained in the MSDS is used to provide the information used by the other portfolio components of the Actio CMS platform for prescreening, tracking volatile organic compounds or reporting on chemical usage.

For companies focused on achieving ISO 14000 goals or measuring performance based on sustainability and “best practices”, the Actio chemical management solution forms a comprehensive environmental information management system that enables cost effective analysis and management of the issues contributing to the triple bottom line.

About Actio Corporation

Since 1996, Actio has been helping companies and millions of their employees, in a wide range of industries, cost-effectively manage the complexities surrounding the use of chemicals in the workplace. Actio is a leading provider of chemical management solutions delivered as an ASP (application service provider). Our chemical management portfolio manages all phases of the chemical life cycle, enables corporations to use a “best practices” approach to chemical handling and manages the regulatory requirements surrounding the use of chemicals in the workplace. For more information about Actio Corporation, visit http://www.actio.net.

MSDS VAULT, ACTIO REGULATOR and INTELLIGENTEXT are registered trademarks of Actio Corporation. MSDSXCHANGE, ACTIO GATEKEEPER, MSDS VAULT LABELMAKER are trademarks of Actio Corporation 2004. All Rights Reserved. Other trademark names are used only in an editorial fashion, and to the benefit of the trademark owner, with no intention of infringement of the trademark.

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PKG Equipment Inc. and Roberts Chemical Co., Inc. Form New Partnership

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PKG Equipment Inc. and Roberts Chemical Co., Inc. Form New Partnership










(PRWEB) April 30, 2011

Rochester, NY: PKG Equipment Inc., a process equipment manufacturer specializing in surface finishing equipment, has formed a strategic alliance with Roberts Chemical Co., Inc. of Attleboro, Massachusetts, a full service chemical distributor for the Northeastern U.S. PKG Equipment will be representing Roberts Chemical Co., and Roberts Chemical Co. will be a distributor for PKG Equipment covering the east coast from Maine to Virginia. The strengths and specialties of each company will be combined providing their customers with a total surface finishing package complete with high quality chemicals and equipment. This partnership enhances both companies’ positions in the surface finishing industry by meeting a full range of customer needs.

About PKG Equipment Inc.

PKG Equipment is a family owned manufacturer and service provider of wet and dry process equipment typically used in the surface finishing, chemical manufacturing, steel manufacturing and glass manufacturing industries. Established in 1969, the company offers turn-key service from design to installation and start-up. For more information, please visit http://www.pkgequipment.com.

About Roberts Chemical Co., Inc.

Since 1976, Roberts Chemical Co., Inc. has been a full service chemical distributor for the Northeast U.S. and is aligned with some of the world’s leading suppliers serving the proprietary surface finishing chemicals and commodity chemicals markets. Roberts also provides custom blending, chemical packaging, precious metals refining, and contract chemical warehousing and delivery. For more information, please visit http://www.robertschem.com.

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Glycos Biotechnologies Joins the NSF Engineering Research Center for Biorenewable Chemicals

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Glycos Biotechnologies Joins the NSF Engineering Research Center for Biorenewable Chemicals











Houston, TX (PRWEB) October 12, 2010

Glycos Biotechnologies, Inc. (GlycosBio), an emerging biochemical company pioneering metabolic engineering and microbiology innovations for the production of sustainable biochemicals, today announced it has become a member of the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Engineering Research Center for Biorenewable Chemicals (CBiRC). As an active member and advisor, GlycosBio will support the CBiRC’s research and educational efforts by participating on the Industrial Advisory Board and join other chemical, biotechnology, energy and agricultural leaders in the pursuit to harness the power of biotechnology and catalysis to deliver innovations that cost effectively convert renewable chemicals into chemical feedstocks.

“GlycosBio chose to join the CBiRC because the Engineering Research Center’s vision and goals are in direct alignment with why we founded GlycosBio, to find a better way to make biochemicals,” said Paul Campbell, Chief Science Officer for Glycos Biotechnologies. “By leveraging biotechnology processes, GlycosBio has created a microbial platform proven to produce higher value biochemicals and biofuels from lower value, underutilized feedstocks. By optimizing the biochemical production of chemicals and microbial strains the cost of chemical production can be dramatically reduced while at the same time the diversity of chemicals can be greatly enhanced. We believe that by supporting the CBiRC’s efforts, we can reach sustainability within the chemical industry and we are excited to be part of this organization.”

Launched in 2008, the CBiRC bases its engineering platform on three interconnected segments including enzyme and microbial engineering, chemical catalysis and catalysis engineering, and testbeds and life cycle analysis. The CBiRC’s biocatalysis efforts are focused on the fatty acid or polyketide biosynthesis pathways with a goal of enhancing microbial production through targeted engineering. According to the CBiRC, combining biocatalysis with chemical catalysis opens the door to developing an array of feedstock chemicals that will form the basis for founding a biorenwable chemicals industry.

The CBiRC is based at Iowa State University in partnership with Rice University, the University of California at Irvine, the University of Mexico, the University of Virginia, and the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society in Germany and the Technical University of Denmark will contribute additional expertise and international connections.

For more information about the NSF Engineering Research Center for Biorenewable Chemicals, please visit http://www.cbirc.iastate.edu.

About Glycos Biotechnologies, Inc.

Glycos Biotechnologies, Inc. (GlycosBio) is an emerging biochemical company pioneering the metabolic engineering of microbial strains to consume multiple non food-based, low value feedstocks for the production of sustainable chemicals and advanced ethanol. By designing differentiated microorganisms, GlycosBio’s bioconversion technology lowers production cost and provides a non-food energy balance savings to the chemical and biofuel industries. GlycosBio is privately held with established global relationships focused on product commercialization. For more information, visit http://www.glycosbio.com.

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