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SOPREMA US Celebrates Expansion, Rebranding of Schoolcraft Facility
Schoolcraft location continues to manufacture Chem Link products

SOPREMA celebrated the expansion and rebranding of its Schoolcraft, Mich., location on June 25 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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SOPREMA US announced the expansion and rebranding of its Schoolcraft, Mich., facility, formerly known as Chem Link.
Acquired by SOPREMA in 2016, the Chem Link brand has maintained its reputation for high-performance sealants and adhesives. SOPREMA Schoolcraft continues to manufacture Chem Link products while embracing a new era of innovation, growth, and alignment with SOPREMA’s broader vision.
“This event represents an important milestone for our team and the future of SOPREMA in Schoolcraft,” said Tim Kersey, CEO of SOPREMA US. “We’re proud of how far this great team has come and excited about where they are headed. This building expansion and rebranding reflect the growth of our capabilities and our continued commitment to delivering trusted high-performance solutions to our customers.”
The investment includes a 51,000-square-foot warehouse addition and a new quality assurance lab, as well as the installation of an energy-efficient solar array. Key features include:
Warehouse Expansion
- 51,000-square-foot addition
- Building Management System controls HVAC efficiency
- Energy-saving LED lighting with occupancy sensors
New Quality Assurance Laboratory
- New laboratory for comprehensive analytical testing
- Purpose-built for testing accuracy and scalability
Sustainability Commitment
- A 522-kilowattsolar array installed on the facility’s roof
- Expected to offset 32% of total energy use
- Annual power generation equivalent to 60 residential homes
SOPREMA now operates multiple buildings in Schoolcraft, positioning the site as a central hub for advanced product manufacturing and quality assurance.
"This expansion allows us to better serve our customers with greater consistency and speed,” said Darci Kunard, national sales manager for sealants and adhesives at SOPREMA. “As the demand grows for high-quality sealants and adhesives, having the right infrastructure in place allows us to innovate faster and scale smarter.”
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