CHemical industry
The chemical industry is one of the largest manufacturing sectors in developed and emerging nations. Many of its products are ingredients for other industries; some, such as detergents and soaps, go directly to consumers.
Rising global competition and environmental expectations make innovation essential for producers. Chemical products fall into three categories:
Basic chemicals are produced in very large volumes, often millions of tonnes, while specialty chemicals come in small, high-value batches. Since the 1940s, better use of oil-refining products has driven petrochemical growth.
Multiline supports chemical plants with pressure vessels, piping, special-material welding, chemical cleaning, and pickling and passivation services.
- Basic chemicals
- Specialty chemicals
- Consumer chemicals