- Construction of a new colloidal silica plant has begun at the Worms, Germany site.
- The expansion will significantly increase capacity for LUDOX® colloidal silica products.
- The project is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2020.
- The new plant will enhance logistics for Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
New Colloidal Silica Plant in Worms
W. R. Grace & Co. has started constructing a new colloidal silica plant at its manufacturing and R&D center in Worms, Germany. This expansion aims to meet the growing demand and technical requirements of customers, broadening Grace’s technology platforms and increasing capacity for its LUDOX® portfolio. The project is scheduled for completion in the second quarter of 2020.
Enhanced Capabilities
The new plant will accelerate the development of LUDOX® colloidal silica applications across various industrial sectors, including catalysts, functional coatings, and precision investment casting. It will also support the increasing demand in the high-growth, high-value specialty silica segment and improve alternative sourcing and logistics capabilities for customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Strategic Investment
According to Sandra Wisniewski, President of Grace Materials Technologies, the company is strategically investing to increase capacity for a variety of products. The new facility will enable Grace to better serve both existing and new customers with differentiated silica technologies, facilitating the commercialization of new products.
Worms Facility Background
Grace’s Worms, Germany R&D and manufacturing facility, which opened in 1972, has become a center of excellence for silica, catalyst, and adsorbent technologies. The site’s decades of expertise in colloidal technology and technical support have established LUDOX® colloidal silica as a preferred brand for high-performance applications.
