02.14.19
Hydrite Chemical Co., an integrated manufacturer and supplier of industrial chemicals and related services, is celebrating its 90th anniversary in February 2019.
On February 6, 1929, Hydrite started as a supplier to the tanning industry in Milwaukee, WI.
On February 6, 1929, Hydrite started as a supplier to the tanning industry in Milwaukee, WI.
When the Great Depression hit, the previous owners of Hydrite were looking to sell the company. Seeing an opportunity, Wayne Thompson and Richard Honkamp left their jobs in 1935 and purchased a majority share in Hydrite.
The evolution from a chemical distributor to a chemical producer was a major turning point for the success of the company. Today, Hydrite is one of North America's largest independent distributors and manufacturers of specialty and industrial chemicals.
Hydrite is releasing a new company video which is a continuation of Richard Honkamp's book, "Success Has Been Fun," and highlights the history of the company.
"Thanks to everyone who has made the past 90 years so successful. We would especially like to thank all our employees, customers, and suppliers who play such a crucial role in the success of the company and allowed us to reach this milestone," CEO Paul Honkamp said. "We are looking forward to the years to come."
The evolution from a chemical distributor to a chemical producer was a major turning point for the success of the company. Today, Hydrite is one of North America's largest independent distributors and manufacturers of specialty and industrial chemicals.
Hydrite is releasing a new company video which is a continuation of Richard Honkamp's book, "Success Has Been Fun," and highlights the history of the company.
"Thanks to everyone who has made the past 90 years so successful. We would especially like to thank all our employees, customers, and suppliers who play such a crucial role in the success of the company and allowed us to reach this milestone," CEO Paul Honkamp said. "We are looking forward to the years to come."