Belgium-based chemical company Solvay is improving the performance of energy saving tyres in passenger cars as well as reducing fuel consumption and carbon (CO2) emissions with the launch of its new highly dispersible silica (HDS), Premium SW.
Premium SW improves the durability and safety in ultra-high performance tyres by up to 25% and raises the rolling resistance performance and durability of fuel efficient tyres by as much as 15%. Moreover, tests with Premium SW on truck tyres have so far shown a remarkable 30% improvement in rolling resistance compared to carbon black truck tyres, while the tread wear is the same.
“Premium SW is a breakthrough from the rich silica innovation pipeline and part of Solvay’s commitment to provide solutions that promote sustainable mobility. Premium SW meets all of the tyre industry’s strict safety and performance requirements and greatly contributes to car makers meeting their sustainability objectives in lowering fuel consumption and CO2 emissions,”said An Nuyttens, President of Solvay’s Silica Global Business Unit.
Tyre makers are demanding in ensuring that a tire meets a combination of criteria, requiring minimum rolling resistance, maximum durability, and optimum wet grip. Premium SW hits all these requirements, addressing safety and performance without compromise.
Solvay as a true global player is making Premium SW available from multiples sites, consistently with its business continuity management policy.