Peninsula Polymers awarded Bronze sustainability rating from EcoVadis

Leawood, KS, January 16, 2023 – Peninsula Polymers, the North American leader in specialty chemical distribution, is pleased to announce that it has received the Bronze sustainability rating from EcoVadis, an independent, trusted ratings provider that assesses environmental performance, labor and human rights practices, ethics, and sustainable procurement practices.


Using international sustainability standards, EcoVadis has rated more than 100,000 companies globally across all industries and sizes. “We are happy to receive this recognition from EcoVadis for our ongoing efforts to put sustainability at the forefront of all of our actions as a company. Whether internally focused or in conjunction with our strategic partners, we see this as just the beginning of our ongoing evolution and will continue to prioritize efforts that exhibit exemplary Corporate Social Responsibility” said Ken Moran, President.


As a result of the recent EcoVadis assessment, Peninsula is in process of implementing new internal programs to address opportunities for improvement and has earmarked several capital expenditures to enhance their facilities in Stone Mountain, GA, New Orleans, LA, and High Point, NC in 2023.

About Peninsula Polymers
Peninsula Polymers is a distributor of specialty coatings raw materials and has been serving customers in North America for over 30 years.

With fifteen distribution centers located across the United States, Peninsula Polymers partners with the most technologically advanced suppliers to deliver a full complement of products and technical expertise to diverse industries.

If you would like additional information, please contact Kelly Schmit, Director Business Development at [email protected].


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Peninsula Polymers awarded national distribution rights for Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) products in the C.A.S.E. markets.

Leawood, KS, June 16, 2022 – Peninsula Polymers, the North American leader in specialty chemical distribution, is pleased to announce expanded recognition with Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) for WB systems. Effective July 1, 2022, Peninsula will have distribution rights throughout the US for the Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants, and Elastomers (C.A.S.E.) markets.

Peninsula Polymers has worked closely with Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) since 2019. “As a team we have worked hard to solidify our relationship with Arkema and deliver value to the market,” said Ken Menzel, Director of Marketing/Supplier Relations. “We are positioned well to flourish with this new recognition and will be proactive to ensure a smooth transition for our mutual customers. We do not take national distribution rights lightly and are excited to demonstrate to Arkema that they have chosen the right partner.”

“Over the past four years, Peninsula’s efforts with our customers have been exemplary and we are happy to announce this national relationship into the CASE markets,” said Eric Kaiser, Regional President – North America, Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives. “We know Peninsula will continue to serve us and our mutual customers well through this transition.”

About Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex)
Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) designs and produces rheology additives for aqueous formulations and water-borne processes. With Innovation for Sustainable Development as a core strategy, Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) is developing high performance additives to serve a wide variety of applications, such as Waterborne Paints & Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants, Paper Coatings, Minerals Processing, Construction, Homecare and Water Treatment. With production sites in France, the Netherlands, USA, China and Brazil, Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) employs more than 450 people. Coatex is a subsidiary of the ARKEMA group, France’s leading chemicals producer.

For more information, please visit Arkema Rheology & Specialty Additives (Coatex) website: www.coatex.com

About Peninsula Polymers
Peninsula Polymers is a distributor of specialty coatings raw materials and has been serving customers in North America for over 30 years. With fifteen distribution centers located across the United States, Peninsula Polymers partners with the most technologically advanced suppliers to deliver a full complement of products and technical expertise to diverse industries.

If you would like additional information, please contact Kelly Schmit, Director Business Development at
[email protected].


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Peninsula Polymers Passes Responsible Distribution Verification

Leawood, Kansas, March 21, 2022 – Today, Peninsula Polymers announced that it has successfully passed its NACD Responsible Distribution® verification for the current three-year cycle, reaffirming the company’s commitment to the health, safety, and security of its employees, community, and the environment. Responsible Distribution is the National Association of Chemical Distributor’s (NACD) third-party-verified environmental, health, safety, and security program that allows members to demonstrate their pledge to continuous performance improvement in every phase of chemical storage, handling, transportation, and disposal.

“Responsible Distribution is critical to the chemical distribution industry’s ability to safely deliver more than 30 million tons of product every year,” said NACD President and CEO Eric R. Byer. “Through their successful verification, Peninsula Polymers and its senior leadership have committed to continuous improvement in the responsible management and handling of chemicals that ensures NACD members effectively support the industries America relies on most, such as agriculture, healthcare, oil and gas, manufacturing equipment, and many others.”

The Responsible Distribution program requires third-party verification of facilities against a set of guiding principles, including strict adherence to widely accepted industry and business practices and participation with interested entities in creating responsible laws, regulations, and systems to help safeguard our communities, workplaces, and environment.

Participation in Responsible Distribution has significant benefits, including education and training in health, safety, security, and environmental performance; better documentation of company policies; improved communication with local communities; reduced audit time and costs; and increased credibility.

“Responsible Distribution has helped Peninsula Polymers establish and maintain industry best practices that ensure a safe working environment for our employees as well as help protect the communities we operate and live in,” said Richard Daigle, Director of Operations, Peninsula Polymers.

To learn more about Responsible Distribution, visit www.nacd.com/rd/about/

About Peninsula Polymers

Peninsula Polymers is a distributor of specialty coatings raw materials and has been serving customers in North America for over 30 years.  

With fifteen distribution centers located across the United States, Peninsula Polymers partners with the most technologically advanced suppliers to deliver a full complement of products and technical expertise to diverse industries.

If you would like additional information, please contact Kelly Schmit, Director Business Development at [email protected].


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Peninsula Polymers Introduces New Customer Portal for 24/7 Data Access.

Leawood, KS, February 8, 2021 – Peninsula Polymers, the North American leader in specialty chemical distribution, is excited to announce the implementation of a Customer Portal to provide customers with on demand online access to account, product and order information. 

Peninsula Polymers has continuously evolved their online presence and invested in digital tools to enhance its customers’ experience.   Most recently, they have partnered with Datacor to deliver a fully functional portal to support and accelerate day to day interactions with their customers.  Customers can place orders outside of business hours and streamline common tasks with 24/7 access to all of their data.   

“Our goal is to be ahead of the curve in terms of providing the information our customers want to see, when they want to see it,” said Ken Moran, President.   “We view the Customer Portal as a great first step to achieving that objective and also to demonstrate to our strategic suppliers that Peninsula is committed to serving our mutual customer base in a superior manner.”

Customers may contact their respective seller or customer service representative to set up Customer Portal access or go to penpoly.com and select Customer Portal from the main menu. 

About Peninsula Polymers

Peninsula Polymers is a distributor of specialty coatings raw materials and has been serving customers in North America for over 30 years.  

With fifteen distribution centers located across the United States, Peninsula Polymers partners with the most technologically advanced suppliers to deliver a full complement of products and technical expertise to diverse industries.

If you would like additional information, please contact Kelly Schmit, Director Business Development at [email protected].


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Peninsula Polymers Announces A National Distribution Agreement With Reverte Minerals America

Leawood, KS, January 25, 2021 – Peninsula Polymers, the North American leader in specialty chemical distribution, is pleased to announce that they have finalized an agreement with Reverte Minerals America to represent their products in all regions of the United States. 

“As we begin 2021, we are especially excited about increasing the breadth of our product line in all geographies that we serve”, said Ken Menzel, Director of Marketing/Supplier Relations.  Peninsula’s partnership with Reverte expands their reach with calcium carbonate products outside of the traditionally serviced southeast.    “Reverte’s dedication to quality, superior customer service and expansion in the US delivered the perfect fit for our energized team to kick off the new year.”

“Reverte is not the size of some of our competitors in the Calcium Carbonate market but we out work any of them and offer amazing products,” said Todd M. Hoppmeryer, Sr., General Manager, Reverte Minerals.  “Reverte has been very selective with the organizations we partner with to represent our line and are extremely excited to grow and work side by side with Peninsula Polymers.  This union will introduce the Reverte products to a whole new group and broader range of customers.”

About Peninsula Polymers

Peninsula Polymers is a distributor of specialty coatings raw materials and has been serving customers in North America for over 30 years.  

With fifteen distribution centers located across the United States, Peninsula Polymers partners with the most technologically advanced suppliers to deliver a full complement of products and technical expertise to diverse industries.

About Reverte Minerals America

Reverte Minerals America’s mission is the exclusive production of Calcium Carbonate, whether they be natural or treated, in powder or slurry form, based on the most technologically advanced processes which transform the raw material into a high quality product, capable of adding value to our clients’ final production processes.  Reverte has their own quality control labs with state of the art equipment including Atomic Absorption Testing.

If you would like additional information, please contact Kelly Schmit, Director Business Development at [email protected].


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Peninsula Polymers continues to grow with WPC Technologies.

Leawood, KS, January 11, 2021 – Peninsula Polymers, the North American leader in specialty chemical distribution, is pleased to announce expanded recognition for WPC Technologies’ product line into Wisconsin and Minnesota, effective immediately.

“It is extremely rewarding and a great testimony to our team when a key supplier recognizes our performance with additional territory,” said Ken Menzel, Director of Supplier Relations.   “We have steadily grown our mutual businesses and demonstrated our dedication and hard work to WPC.  We are excited to introduce their products to our valued customer base in the Wisconsin and Minnesota markets.”

“Peninsula has continued to impress us with their professionalism and tenacity in the territories where they represent our line”, said Laura Klein, Vice President of Sales, WPC Technologies.    “It was a natural progression and easy decision for us to expand with them into new geography and we are looking forward to a mutually successful start in 2021.”

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About WPC Technologies

WPC Technologies is recognized as a driving force in the development and manufacturing of innovative products for the coating industry – leading the way in corrosion and stain inhibitive technology. Established in 1974 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, WPC Technologies is driven to provide high performance, high quality products and is committed to meeting the complex demands of the coatings’ industry.

About Peninsula Polymers

Peninsula Polymers is a distributor of specialty coatings raw materials and has been serving customers in North America for over 30 years.  

With fifteen distribution centers located across the United States, Peninsula Polymers partners with the most technologically advanced suppliers to deliver a full complement of products and technical expertise to diverse industries.

If you would like additional information, please contact Kelly Schmit, Director Business Development at [email protected].


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