WACKER Chemie AG is expanding its presence in Latin America by opening a new technical centre for construction applications and a new subsidiary in Bogot? (Colombia). The technical facility serves as a development and testing laboratory for dispersible polymer powders, which are needed as binders for the regional building industry. In addition to polymer construction materials, the new subsidiary also represents the company?s biotechnology and silicon divisions. By expanding its local expertise in development, applications technology and service, WACKER is able to optimally support local customers and business partners. It is thus further opening up the Andean region?s rapidly developing markets for high-quality construction polymers and chemical raw materials.