Momentive Acquires Alumina and Silica Business

Momentive Technologies has completed the acquisition of Sibelco’s spherical alumina and spherical silica businesses located in South Korea. The acquisition broadens Momentive Technologies’ ceramics powder product portfolio and strengthens its innovative work on thermal fillers used in thermal interface materials (TIMs).

These TIMs are relied on to help manage heat, sustain high performance, and contribute to the longevity of valuable power electronic and battery system applications in markets such as:

• Electric vehicles (EV)
• Artificial intelligence (AI)
• Renewable energy
• Consumer electronics
• Technology

“Customers of both companies will appreciate the breadth of our ceramic powder portfolio and the ability to offer more innovative solutions to their key challenges fueled through this strategic acquisition,” said Mark A. Wolf, president and chief executive officer, Momentive Technologies. “We are better positioned to continue our global leadership in advanced materials innovation and performance, and to further expand our market diversification.”

In adding new spherical powders to its product mix, the company anticipates growth opportunities within the EV market and other markets facing significant power electronics performance challenges.

Source: Momentive Technologies