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Success has many parts: a clear vision of what you want to achieve; a foundation solid enough to support you through good times and through bad; inspirational leaders who set aspirational goals, with the courage and the foresight to move in positive new directions; and a culture focused on action – in which people are empowered to deliver results and are rewarded for their achievements. At Dow, the combination of those different parts creates a tremendously powerful whole, enabling the Company to soar to new heights in its quest to be the largest, most profitable and most respected chemical company in the world. Dow was founded in 1897. Today, it is one of the world’s largest chemical companies, focused now – as it was then – on harnessing the power of science and technology to improve living daily and to generate long-term value for the Company’s owners. During 2005, Dow’s 42,000 employees worked hard to advance those ambitions; seeking to do so in a way that struck the right balance between economic, environmental and social priorities, helping to meet the expectations of all of the Company’s stakeholders. Performance Plastics Dow offers an extensive range of high-performance plastics and systems that insulate buildings, make cars safer and more fuel-efficient, and enhance both the functionality and the aesthetics of appliances. They also optimize long-term electrical performance and durability, bring high fashion to consumer electronics, and improve the comfort and durability of carpeting and footwear. Performance Chemicals
Agricultural Sciences Plastics A variety of basic plastics help keep foods fresh; protect goods during transport; and make consumer packaging lightweight, convenient and appealing. They also keep bottle closures tight and resistant to contaminants; provide fit, functionality and comfort to diapers; make pipes tough and corrosion-resistant; improve the durability of toys and tools; and protect crop quality while increasing crop yield. Chemicals Dow’s basic chemicals are used across a host of different industries and also serve as critical raw materials in the production of many products. They make, for example, adhesives stronger, antifreezes and coolants more reliable, household cleaners more effective, and building materials more durable and affordable. And they play a key role in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, in petroleum refining, in paper production and in a host of other essential industries. |
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Dow provides customers with high-performance chemicals that meet a variety of specialized needs – making drinking water cleaner, diets richer in fiber, and paints and coatings longer lasting. Our products also enhance the quality of pharmaceuticals, building materials, chemical processing, household and personal care products, paper, textiles, carpets and more.