About Us
Founded in 1946 we have grown to become a global specialty chemicals company that is a leading manufacturer of protective materials for high-reliability applications across diverse market sectors.
Today we employ nearly 800 people and continue to grow and strengthen our business by employing a related diversification strategy that combines organic growth initiatives with strategic acquisitions.
Based in Westwood, Massachusetts, USA we operate manufacturing facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia and continue to invest in our capabilities in order to deliver value to our global customer base demands.
Timeline
1940s
Chase Corporation founded in Randolph, Massachusetts, USA by Francis G. Chase and his two sons, Francis M. and Edward L. Chase. The original name of the company was Chase & Sons, Inc. and its first product was a rubber baby pant worn over traditional cloth diapers.
1950s
Development of the Chase & Sons product line of insulating, binding and bedding tapes for the wire and cable industry utilizing the company’s original expertise in rubberized coatings. The Chase & Sons product line remains the industry standard for quality and reliability.
1960s
Organic growth in wire and cable along with strategic partnership investments in related businesses.
1970s
Chase Corporation became a public company through the reverse merger transaction with Columbia Technical Corporation. The Company’s name changed to Columbia Chase Corporation (Boston Stock Exchange: CTE). Columbia Technical developed the HumiSeal line of conformal coatings for the electronics industry. Columbia Chase went on to acquire the Royston Laboratories business from Jack Royston.
1980s
Retirement of the Company’s founders and emergence of new leadership team. A corporate restructuring occurred throughout the latter part of the decade with the Company changing its name from Columbia Chase Corporation to Chase Corporation and the divestiture of non-core businesses.
1990s
The Company focused on growing its core tapes and coatings businesses: Chase & Sons (Wire and Cable), HumiSeal (Electronic Coatings), Royston (Construction – Pipeline Coatings). Diversification into Electronic Manufacturing Services.
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2000s
Continued focus on core businesses with globalization and related diversification initiatives through various acquisitions and partnership agreements. Consolidation of management and operations. Sale of the Electronic Manufacturing Services business and continued investments in core protective materials businesses.
2007
Acquired Chase Protective Coatings (Pipeline Coatings)
2009
Acquired CIM Industries (Coatings & Lining Systems)
2012
Acquired NEPTCO Inc. – (Wire & Cable)
2015
Acquired from Henkel Corporation (Specialty Chemical Intermediates)
2016
Acquired HumiSeal India Private Limited (Electronic Coatings)
2017
Acquired Resin Designs (Sealants & Adhesives)
2018
Acquired Stewart Superabsorbents, LLC (Superabsorbents)
2020
Acquired ABchimie PCBA Protection
2021
Acquired Emerging Technologies
2022
Acquired NuCera Solutions
2023
Acquired by KKR
World-Class Operational Platform Anchored by Strong North American Presence
North America Locations
Evanston, Illinois • Westwood, Massachusetts • Oxford, Massachusetts • Barnsdall, Oklahoma • Lenoir, North Carolina • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania • Greenville, South Carolina • Hickory, North Carolina • Blawnox, Pennsylvania • Houston, Texas • Peterborough, New Hampshire • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
International Locations
Winnersh, United Kingdom • Paris, France • Corbelin, France • Suzhou, China • Pune, India • Singapore
Mission Statement
Chase Corporation’s vision is to be recognized as a leading manufacturer of protective materials for high reliability applications throughout the world.
We will achieve our vision by securing our place as a trusted partner of our customers. We will provide effective and reliable product solutions that enhance our customers’ performance and competitive position.
We will grow our business responsibly by balancing short and long-term objectives, effectively managing risk, implementing sustainable business practices and continuously improving our operating performance.
We will conduct business ethically, contribute to the communities in which we operate, show respect for the environment, and treat our employees fairly.
Fulfilling our mission will create long-term value for our shareholders.