Thomas Swan
Industry | Chemicals |
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Founded | 1926 |
Founder | Tommy Swan |
Headquarters | , |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Harry Swan CEO |
Products | Fine chemicals |
Website | http://www.thomas-swan.co.uk |
Founded in England in 1926, Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. is a leading[citation needed] independent manufacturer of performance and fine chemicals. The company manufactures over 100 products, from kilogram to multi-tonne quantities, and offers an experienced and flexible custom manufacturing service. With offices in the United States and China and a global network of distributors, Thomas Swan exports to over 80 countries worldwide and is well placed to service British and international markets.[citation needed]
History
[edit]Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. was founded by ‘Tommy’ Swan at its present site in Consett, County Durham in the North East of England. From early beginnings as a road surfacing company, using the waste product (slag) from the local steel industry as a raw material, Thomas Swan has diversified into a wide range of performance chemical products and processes.[citation needed]