TRENTON, NJ, October 10, 2016 – H.M. Royal, Inc. announces a distribution partnership with Wacker Chemical Corporation, a recognized global leader in silicone chemistry. H.M. Royal will distribute and provide sales and technical support for WACKER’s ELASTOSIL® brand of Liquid Silicone Rubber and High Consistency Rubber products.

In addition, H.M. Royal will provide locally available professional sales, technical and fulfillment support to WACKER customers, while ensuring consistency of service. With a regional network of stocking facilities across the continental United States, H.M. Royal began processing and shipping orders effective October 1, 2016.

According to Scott Borst, WACKER Senior Director, Engineering Silicones, H.M. Royal Inc. is a logical and strategic addition to WACKER’s distribution business model, further adding strength and depth to already well-established sales and technical teams. Key benefits of the partnership include timely delivery, flexible order size and upgrading customer contact and corresponding technical support.

“By combining our resources and working in close collaboration, WACKER and H.M. Royal will be able to offer customers a reliable source of ELASTOSIL products,” Borst explained. “Partnerships like the one between WACKER and H.M. Royal are in line with bringing customers the best possible silicone-based product solutions and overall service.”

“H.M. Royal and WACKER teams are working closely together to ensure a smooth and seamless transition with existing WACKER accounts,” said Joseph Royal, President, H.M. Royal, Inc. “Should any existing WACKER accounts have questions or need further information during the transition, we encourage them to contact the H.M. Royal representatives located in Trenton, NJ and Buena Park, CA. We are ready to serve you.”

About Wacker Chemical Corporation
Headquartered in Adrian, Michigan, Wacker Chemical Corporation, is Wacker Chemie AG’s U.S.-based operation. The 240-acre site has been producing elastomers, silicone fluids and silicone emulsions since 1969. It is WACKER SILICONES’ main U.S. production site and the U.S. headquarters for WACKER BIOSOLUTIONS business division. Wacker Chemical Corporation in Adrian is a central production, sales, R&D and distribution center. It offers comprehensive services, including the WACKER ACADEMY, and develops tailored solutions and innovative product applications for its customers. For more information, visit www.wacker.com.

About H.M. Royal, Inc.
For over 90 years, H.M. Royal, Inc. has distributed innovative raw materials and product ingredients for businesses operating in diverse markets such as transportation, communications, electronics, medical, construction, agricultural, mining, defense, civil infrastructure, capital goods and general industry. Areas of focus include rubber, plastics adhesives, sealant, and protective coatings. Headquartered in Trenton, NJ and Buena Park, CA, H.M. Royal deploys a professional technical sales development team throughout the U.S. Sales and sales development are supported by world-class customer service and a network of full-service warehouses. For more information, visit www.hmroyal.com or call 800-257-9452.

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