[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 98 (Friday, June 26, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1591]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF JOHNSON MATTHEY INC.

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 25, 2009

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor an outstanding 
southeastern Pennsylvania manufacturer celebrating its 100th 
anniversary.
  Johnson Matthey Inc. was officially incorporated on June 30, 1909 and 
has grown from a platinum works shop in Philadelphia to a thriving 
business that employs approximately 8,700 workers at operations in more 
than 30 countries. The company's North America headquarters is in 
Wayne, Pennsylvania and several plants operate throughout the 
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  Johnson Matthey focuses on catalysis, precious metals, fine chemicals 
and process technology. While the company's roots extend back to the 
19th Century, Johnson Matthey has continued to develop its technology, 
demonstrating the company's ability to maintain world leadership by 
adapting constantly to rapidly changing customer needs. While adhering 
to rigorous environmental standards itself, Johnson Matthey products 
have contributed greatly to a cleaner environment and have enhanced the 
quality of life for millions of people around the world.
  Throughout the week of June 30, 2009, Johnson Matthey management, 
employees, affiliate companies, parent company, and communities will 
commemorate the company's centennial.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in 
congratulating everyone at Johnson Matthey for reaching this memorable 
milestone and in wishing the company continued success in creating jobs 
and improving the quality of life across the globe.

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