Vanderbilt, a prominent supplier of a diverse range of products tailored for the Petroleum, Rubber, Plastics, Polyurethanes, and C.A.S.E. (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) markets, is preparing to strengthen its position in the Turkish lubricant additives market by collaborating with ADCO.
Johannes Ahammer, Senior Regional Account Manager at Vanderbilt Chemicals, met with lubricant manufacturers and industry professionals at the Special Additives for Lubricants and Greases Seminar organized by ADCO. During the seminar, he provided details on the technical features of Vanderbilt products.
Following the seminar, Ahammer gave an exclusive interview to Lubricant World, where he shared insights into Vanderbilt’s century-long expertise and vision in the additives sector. He also discussed their trust-based collaboration with ADCO and outlined Vanderbilt’s growth strategy.
In which sectors do you provide special additives?
We provide high-quality and high-performance additive components for automotive & industrial lubricants and greases. We have a broad range of chemistries for antioxidants, EP/AW additives, friction modifiers, and corrosion inhibitors. Our products come with strong technical support to help customers formulate their finished products. Our company has been in business for over 100 years, starting in 1916 in the USA.
How significant is the Turkish market for your business?
We have designated the Turkish market as an important growth target for our business. To demonstrate commitment, we have completed all product registrations for Turkish REACH (KKDIK) where we are the lead registrant (20 different products). The remainder of our products are awaiting LOA process which has been delayed by the Turkish government.
What are your goals for your collaboration with ADCO? What products and solutions will you introduce to the Turkish market?
Our primary goal was to find a trustworthy partner who could help us grow our petroleum additive business in the Turkish market. We believe we have found that partner in ADCO, to help us introduce high-performance additive components for use in lubricants and greases. We also offer strong technical support aimed at finding cost-effective solutions for Turkish customers.
Can you share Vanderbilt’s vision and future goals?
Our vision is to be the most trusted supplier of antioxidants, EP/AW additives, friction modifiers, and corrosion inhibitors in the lubricant industry. We have specific goals to grow our business outside of North America and to introduce new products based on customer feedback and emerging market drivers.
Vanderbilt’s Innovative Solutions Garner Significant Interest in the Turkish Market
Vanderbilt, a leader in specialty chemical additives, is renowned for its innovative solutions, particularly in the field of greases. The company produces environmentally friendly and biodegradable additives, essential for manufacturers in the food and agricultural lubricant sectors, meeting the industry’s updated sustainability standards. Vanderbilt’s food grade products are NSF approved, allowing them to come into contact with food. The company supports eco-friendly production with a product range that complies with eight widely recognized environmental label systems, including the European Ecolabel.
At the seminar organized by ADCO, Vanderbilt Chemicals’ Senior Regional Account Manager Johannes Ahammer detailed the chemical properties and benefits of their products to over 40 experts from leading companies in the sector. The seminar saw significant interest in Vanderbilt’s offerings.
Johannes Ahammer, SenIor RegIonal Account Manager at VanderbIlt ChemIcals, attended the semInar organIzed by ADCO, where he engaged wIth lubrIcant manufacturers and Industry professIonals. DurIng the event, Ahammer detaIled the technIcal features of VanderbIlt’s products and posed for a commemoratIve photo wIth ADCO General Manager Selçuk Akat and hIs team.
About Vanderbilt Chemicals
T. Vanderbilt Company, founded in 1916 by Robert Thurlow Vanderbilt in New York City, initially focused on the rubber industry. By 1948, it began manufacturing chemicals in Connecticut and expanded into petroleum additives in 1955. The 1970s saw further growth with a new facility in Kentucky. In 2013, the company reorganized into six entities, including Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC, to enhance market focus and business results. Vanderbilt Chemicals maintains a global presence and is dedicated to sustainable and ethical growth, quality, and innovation.
With seven decades of experience, Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC has been a key player in supplying the petroleum industry with high-performance lubricant additives. The company provides an extensive array of chemical products designed to enhance the performance of finished lubricating oils and greases. Their product offerings include lubricant additives, friction reducers, anti-wear agents, corrosion inhibitors, antioxidants, polymer stabilizers, scorch inhibitors, accelerators, crosslinking agents, processing aids, polymers, and more.
These products are utilized across a broad spectrum of applications, including automotive engine oils (both gasoline and diesel), automatic transmission fluids, turbine oils, as well as numerous industrial oil and grease solutions. Vanderbilt’s research scientists are actively engaged in advancing lubricant additive technology, contributing to the development of innovative products for the industry.
| Who Is Johannes Ahammer? Johannes Ahammer is Senior Regional Account Manager for Vanderbilt Worldwide Ltd. and is responsible for the Turkish Lubricants market. He has 14 years of experience in the Lubricants Industry and has worked for Vanderbilt since 2020. Johannes is 40 years old and lives with his family in Austria. |
