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The Hidden Danger in Compressed Air Systems Compressed air is a critical component in countless industries, from firefighting to mining to manufacturing. But while it powers tools and protects lives, it can also pose a serious threat when contaminated by carbon monoxide (CO). CO is colorless, odorless, and toxic even at low concentrations. When compressed …
Carus LLC has been honored with a 2025 Responsible Care® Facility Safety Award by the American Chemistry Council (ACC), a respected industry recognition for outstanding safety performance. This award reflects Carus’s commitment to fostering a safe, healthy workplace—and upholding the principles of Responsible Care®.
We appreciate your understanding and support as we work together to maintain a safe and prepared workplace.
At Carus, protecting the environment is at the core of our mission. This April, we marked Earth Month with a variety of activities that supported sustainability, education, and community engagement — with efforts continuing into May. Here’s a look at how we came together to make a difference: Earth Month Kickoff We began the month …
Spots are limited and fill fast—don’t miss out! The 23rd Annual Carus Summer Science Camp is now accepting registrations for 2025! This FREE, weeklong camp is open to students entering 6th grade in the fall and offers an exciting, hands-on introduction to science, chemistry, and STEM. Dates: Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 18, 2025 …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 10, 2025 – Carus Europe, the European division of Carus LLC, a global leader in environmental solutions headquartered in Peru, Illinois, USA, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Intrapore, a pioneering company specializing in particle-based in-situ groundwater remediation technologies. This collaboration enables Carus Europe to distribute four of Intrapore’s …
The results are in! Carus has been voted the #1 Top Large Employer (100+ employees) in the Illinois Valley in Shaw Media’s Top Workplaces 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. This recognition is based on votes from employees and community members, solidifying Carus’ reputation as a premier employer in the region. In addition to this top honor, …
We want to inform our neighbors and the public about the scheduled work taking place at our manufacturing site in LaSalle on Wednesday, January 22nd. This work is expected to involve considerable noise near the eastern and southeastern portion of the property and will take approximately 8 hours to complete. To minimize disruption to our community, all work will be performed …
At Carus, safety and sustainability have always been at the core of our values, and our recently completed Rebuild Project, impacting our potassium permanganate production, is the latest demonstration of these commitments. Following the fire that occurred on January 11, 2023, which impacted our community, neighbors, warehouse and packaging facilities, we took the opportunity to …
