Virginia Tech researchers, in a joint collaboration with Michelin North America via a National Science Foundation award, have discovered a novel process to 3D print latex rubber. This opens up the printing of a variety of elastic materials with complex…
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MTPL secures acquisition of Dutch off-highway tyre specialist/distributor
Indian tyre major Mahansaria Tyres Private Ltd. (MTPL) has just acquired a controlling stake in the European Agriculture Tyre Distributor (EATD) which marks its first step in building a distribution network in Europe. Now based in Wallenhorst, Germany, from Strijen,…
Michelin’s new passenger tyre said to be “most advanced, significantly raises the bar for safety”
The Michelin Cross Climate 2, which debuted at a virtual launch last week, is touted as the company’s “most versatile and advanced passenger tyre that has been developed in more than two decades.” The tyre features a V-formation tread design,…
Ceat launches unique puncture safe tyre range for two-wheelers
Indian tyre maker Ceat has launched a new “Puncture-Safe” motorcycle tyre range designed to prevent deflation at the point of puncture. The tubeless tyres contain a patented sealant that seals the puncture and prevents loss of air pressure. This property…
Enviro, Michelin extend partnership deal due to Covid-19
Scandinavian tyre recycler Enviro Systems and French global tyre manufacturer Michelin have prolonged the letter of intent regarding a strategic partnership, which was announced in April 2020. Initially the parties expected that a final agreement would have been reached by…
IRSG predicts 12% decline in rubber demand in 2020
The Singapore-based Secretariat of the International Rubber Study Group (IRSG), which publishes data on production, consumption, trade and prices covering both natural rubber (NR) and synthetic rubber (SR), estimates a sharp decline in the global rubber demand by 12.6% year-on-year…
Linglong to set up global R&D base in Shandong
Chinese tyre maker Linglong Tire is to set up a global R&D and technology base in Jinan, Shandong province, having recently signed a cooperation agreement with the local government in Jinan. Jinan has a long history. It is a famous historical and cultural city and…
Bringing in-house eco-friendly rubber to the industry
The environmental and economic needs to increase recycling rates are the principal driving forces behind technological innovations in the 21st century. One such valuable commodity, rubber, has been under prime focus for the last two decades. Waste rubber products are…
Autonomous thermal imaging systems detect tyre damage in mining haul trucks
Australian-based Pitcrew AI is leveraging a new system to inspect the tyres of trucking and mining vehicles. Using FLIR (Forward-looking infrared) thermal imaging and AI technology, the technologically-advanced system helps in detecting problems with tyres before major damage to the…
MQTech inks JV agreement with HK company to acquire medical rubber glove factory
Malaysian investing holding company MQ Technology Bhd. (MQTech) is partnering with Hong Kong-based JD Resources International (JD Resources)to buy a company involved in the manufacturing and marketing of medical rubber gloves. According to a statement, MQTech and JD Resources would…