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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 15, 2019--Superior Graphite has invested in an updated R&D laboratory located adjacent to their existing production facility in Bedford Park, IL. The facility includes offices overlooking the lab areas for easy access and monitoring, work benches for dedicated scientists, as well as supplies and equipment that will assist in developing premium products for customers.

In 2000, Superior Graphite celebrated the opening of the original Peter R. Carney Technology Center. On December 12, 2018, the re-opening ribbon cutting ceremony was held. It included speeches from President & CEO Edward Carney, Board Member Marcel Obrecht, and Project Team member Pat Kalisz, which touched on their cooperation in creating the lab, their commitment to completing the project on time and on budget, and their excitement for the future of the company. All members of the project team were recognized for their efforts in the development of the updated R&D facility. Members included Dave Derwin, Adrian Diaz, Justin Dyer, Juan Estrada, Ryan Kahn, Pat Kalisz, Gerado Mora, Denis Murphy, Andrew Orasco, Gabriel Zambrano, and project leader Casten Wehling.