SolvChem Custom Packaging Division Blog

With the threat of COVID-19 hanging over our heads, these are incredibly relevant questions. This post digs deeper into the specifics of isopropyl alcohol and its potential as a cleaning and disinfecting agent.

There is more than one way to leverage the services of a chemical manufacturer. One of the more common agreements involves contract manufacturing, but toll blending is also an excellent option.

In many ways, it’s a plastics world. The allure of plastics is irresistible for manufacturers and consumers alike. One particular sector touches virtually all others, and it’s adopting plastics at a breakneck speed: packaging.

Xylene is one of the most versatile chemicals in the industry, with incredible potential for thinning oil-based paints, among a whole host of other functions. Though as with any powerful chemical, it’s important to understand the risk to chemical handlers and the environment. For the chemists and staff at SolvChem Custom Packaging Division, safe handling is second nature. We want that to be the case for our customers, as well.

Below, learn about some of the more common safety hazards of xylene, and get a better sense of how you can protect yourself.

warehousingAnyone who’s worked with machines knows that lubricants can be your best friend. They let you get the most out of your operations by keeping everything running smoothly. But there’s a flip side. If lubricants aren’t properly handled, not only will they be less effective, they could actually hinder performance.

Give your lubricants the care and respect they deserve. Here are a few tips for doing just that.

Paint thinner is one of the most commonly used chemicals for industries and individuals alike, but that doesn’t make it any less hazardous. Regardless of your training or how you’re using paint thinner, always exercise extreme caution.

Here are a few tips for avoiding the most common paint thinner hazards.

When it comes to chemical storage, you have options — but not all options are the same. What should you look for when considering which chemical storage company to partner with? Here are four key indicators of a good business partner.

Chemical storage safety can take on many forms. No single solution works for everyone because not all facilities are the same. But there are a few steps you can and should take. So, how should chemicals be stored? Check out the tips below.

You don’t have to do it all. In fact, when chemicals are involved, sometimes it pays to partner with a vendor. Chemical outsourcing could be one of the smartest ways for you to take your business to the next level — and you wouldn’t be alone. Here are three key reasons that companies across the spectrum rely on chemical manufacturing companies for basic and complex chemical blending services.

Not all chemical storage companies are the same. If you don’t know what to look for, choosing one can be tricky. What should you keep in mind when comparing options? Here are five key considerations.