Andrew Tometich will become Quaker Houghton’s new CEO, as well as a member of its board of directors, effective Dec. 1. Tometich will join the company in early October and begin transitioning with CEO Michael F. Barry, who will retire on Dec. 31 and continue as chairman of the board. In response to strong demand and disruptions to raw material supply caused by Hurricane Ida, OQ Chemicals said on Sept. 10 it will implement a global sales control program for all U.S.-produced carboxylic acids effective immediately, until further notice.  Valvoline Inc. and engines and components manufacturer Cummins Inc. announced a five-year renewal of their longstanding marketing and technology partnership agreement.