Zochem News

Zochem welcomes Carl Flieler as our new Technical Business Development Manager. Carl has joined us in a newly created position to focus on the growth of the zinc battery market, R&D project progression, and management of specific customer accounts. Zinc oxide (ZnO) is expected to play a significant role in next-generation energy systems, such as […]

Smithers Laboratories Testing Confirms Two Distinctly Different Products for Tire and Rubber Compounding.  A recent study by Smithers Laboratories concluded that French Process (FP) zinc oxide outperforms both American Process (AP) zinc oxide as well as commercial blends on a variety of key metrics. These findings, which resulted from testing three compounds (neoprene, tire wire […]

Zochem ULC (“Zochem”), a subsidiary of Zinc Acquisition Holdings, with operations in Dickson, TN and Brampton, ON has acquired a 40% stake in Callao, Peru-based Industrias Electro-Químicas (IEQSA), a South American leader in the manufacturing of zinc products from Umicore S.A. The new strategic partnership expects both companies to continue operating independently under their current […]

Centrally located, with 60,000 Metric-Ton capacity and high-efficiency French Process muffle furnaces. Brampton Ontario plant is strategically supplied by rail from both Canadian smelters. With the industry’s broadest product line, Zochem  has the zinc oxide powder & pellets you need. Quality control technician uses liquid nitrogen in sample testing. When it comes to quality, Zochem […]

Zochem is pleased to announce the hiring of Joshua Lazar as a Regional Sales Manager. Josh reports directly to Seth Johnson, the Global Director of Sales and Marketing. In his new role, Josh is in charge of managing the Northeast region. With a strong background in plastics and related industries, including over 18+ years of regional sales experience, Josh brings a new perspective to […]

Zochem is proud to have been awarded an EcoVadis Silver medal for 2023 in recognition of the company’s continuing focus and dedication towards all aspects of sustainability. The rating reflects the quality of our sustainability management system at the time of the assessment.

We were delighted to welcome Jennie Wagner and the Dickson Chamber of Commerce, along with a group of Dickson County alumni, for a special tour of Zochem’s facility. A total of 21 guests enjoyed the tour, during which Jimmy Kight, our plant manager, shared valuable insights about our operations and ongoing efforts to reduce our […]

Meet Edward Li, a dedicated technician in Zochem’s Maintenance Department who has been part of the company for over 15 years. Known for his professionalism, work ethic, and attention to detail, Ed has garnered praise from departments at all levels of the organization. In addition to his work at Zochem, Edward dedicates his spare time […]

Zochem is excited to announce the promotion of Seth Johnson to the position of Global Director of Sales and Marketing. In this new role, Johnson will lead the company’s sales and marketing efforts worldwide. “Seth’s leadership and deep knowledge of our industry have been invaluable to Zochem,” said Mohit Sharma, President & CEO of Zochem. […]

For the third time in four years, Zochem has been named one of the Rubber News’ Best Places to Work.  How did the company achieve this high honor again? According to Zochem president & CEO, Mo Sharma, “Innovation and collaboration. That was the mantra of Zochem in 2022. We asked ourselves, how can our entire […]

The end-of-year holiday season always takes on a special meaning for Zochem. It’s a time to focus on supporting the needs of families and children in their communities. Part of Zochem’s efforts this year was participation in the 14th annual “Miracle on Main Street” program in Brampton, Ontario. Organized by the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation […]

When you enjoy what you are doing, as much as Ed Smith has, it’s tough to make a last curtain call. After a long illustrious career, Ed has decided to enter his next phase of life by announcing that he will retire as Zochem vice president, effective December 31, 2022. Ed has worked for over […]