Donald T. Pine

Chemtan President

President's Message

April 2020

The first two months of this year began very strongly for Chemtan’s business of world-wide leather chemical sales.

Covid-19 appeared and changed not only the business world-wide but also the way we work and interact with each other on all levels.

Fortunately, one can often find a silver lining during difficult times and during the Covid-19 pandemic there is no exception.

Rest assured, that we have implemented and are following the CDC.gov guidelines for appropriate safeguards to limit exposure and to keep our work environment safe.

Chemtan is a designated, “Essential Manufacturer” in the State of New Hampshire, not least of which, we are part of the supply chain for leather producers for the US Military.

Our on-site staffing in both Lee and Exeter has been reduced to a skeleton level to maintain operations. Back-up personnel for every on- site position, and others are working from home as directed.

Many have discovered that we can work more efficiently from home, with less distractions on computer related tasks. All our sales staff have been advised not to visit customers at this time and are encouraged to use other forms of communication to address your needs. All travel by air for domestic and foreign has been suspended until further notice.

We are taking all available steps to keep our operations solvent to meet operational costs and not lay- off, or furlough any Chemtan employees. We are focusing on more creative ways to maintain and improve customer/ supplier relationships. When the Corona virus has run its course, we intend to be stronger and more responsive as a valued supplier for our customers.

The continued manufacturing supply of products and shipments remains secure given the steps we are taking with raw material suppliers, and supplemental funding from the US government programs available.

The world has suddenly become a smaller place, and we are all in this together!

Respectfully,
Donald Pine