Our Story
The founder of Radchem Products, Inc., William “Bill” M. Radostits, began servicing customers in the chemical, solvent and oil industries in 1980.
After graduating from DePauw University, Bill started his career in the solvent and chemical industry by joining a major oil company in the petrochemical marketing division.
In order to focus more on customer needs and offer valuable service, Bill started his own company, Radchem Products, Inc.
Founded in 1987, Radchem Products, Inc. operated out of Naperville, IL., until it moved its main office to Addison, IL from 1995 – 2012.
In 2012, Radchem Products, Inc. moved to its current location in Orland Park, IL.
Effective September 1, 2021, William “Will” J. Radostits was named President and Chief Operating Officer of Radchem.
After his service in the United States Marine Corps, Will joined Radchem in 2014, where he subsequently held the positions of Logistics Manager, Supply Manager, Director of Supply, and COO.
Bill and Kathy retired from their roles as CEO and Vice President, respectively, on December 31, 2022 after 42 years in the industry.
Will Radostits was named CEO on January 1, 2023.
Radchem continues to successfully expand throughout North America with business in more than 30 states and provinces throughout the US and Canada.
Trucking
Radchem takes great pride in our transportation capabilities. Only the most qualified carriers are used to safely transport chemical products. We own a fleet of compartmented trailers as well as partner with select asset-based carriers throughout the United States.
Railcars
Radchem owns a fleet of railcars which are used to transfer product throughout North America. Additionally, we partner with key suppliers to terminal and store leased railcars at our facilities, and customer facilities, based on demand.
Storage
Radchem stores select commodities in terminals positioned throughout various regions of the United States. These storage facilities help us provide the greatest service to our customers.
Transloading
ESGR
The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve sponsors an awards program designed to recognize employers for employment policies and practices that are supportive of their employees’ participation in the National Guard and Reserve. All employer recognition and awards originate from nominations by individual Reserve Component members. Depending on the degree of support, the level of recognition may rise to the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award.
Radchem is a proud repeat recipient of the “Above and Beyond Award” as presented by the ESGR. In addition to this Award, Bill Radostits is the recipient of the “Patriotic Employer” award.
Today, Radchem proudly employs two United States Marine Corps veterans and one United Staes Navy veteran.
NACD
As a member of the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) since 2006, Radchem Products, Inc. has been executing and enforcing the Responsible Distribution Process policy, which endorses continuous enhancement in environmental, health, safety, and security performance through all its products and services.
Radchem’s Responsible Distribution Program is routinely audited and remains in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the NACD codes and recommendations.