MIDLAND, Mich. (March 10, 2011)—Dow Corning Corp. has named Samaro S.A.S. as distributor of its silicon-based solutions for solar applications in France.
Samaro will act as a technical resource and production house for Dow Corning's solar business, coordinating distribution and application of high-quality silicone solutions for local customers.
Based in Lyon, France, Samaro is a distributor of Dow Corning Electronics solutions in France and will also distribute Dow Corning's Molykote-brand lubricant solutions in North Africa.
Dow Corning's expansion of its global distribution network follows several recent investment announcements including plans for a $13 million Solar Energy Exploration & Development Center in Seneffe, Belgium.