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Albemarle Corp., a Richmond-based producer of specialty chemicals, introduced Saytex ® RZ 243 flame retardant for use in production of flame retardant polyurethane foam in furniture, bedding and packaging materials. The Saytex® was developed as a replacement for pentaBDE which is being phased out by manufacturers. (PRNewswire)

Circuit City, a Richmond consumer electronics retailer, introduced a new tech-support service, the IQ Crew, for customers. The new service will provide technicians for in-store assistance or house calls for various tasks such as setting up computers or wireless networks. The company offered the service as an entry point into the tech support industry, estimated to worth $300 billion. The company will offer the service at stories in the Richmond, Fredericksburg, Tampa, Fla. and Atlanta markets. (RTD)