Magnesium-based additives supplier Kisuma Chemicals says its new test data shows that its hydrotalcite-like DHT-4 additive can significantly enhance the heat, fluid and ageing resistance of chloroprene (CR) and epichlorohydrin (ECO) rubbers. In addition to acting as an efficient acid scavenger and…
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Chinese scientists innovate thermoelectric rubber to power smart/medical devices
Currently, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and even medical monitors rely on bulky batteries that require frequent recharging. But what if these gadgets could run indefinitely without batteries, by simply drawing power from the warmth of your skin? That scenario may become…
Lanxess expands US rubber additives facility
Specialty chemicals company Lanxess says it is expanding production capabilities with the addition of rubber processing promoters at its Bushy Park facility in Goose Creek, South Carolina. The expansion project, currently underway, aims to meet increasing demand and improve supply reliability,…
K2025: Wacker starts serial production of flexible sensor electronics
German chemicals firm Wacker has commenced the serial production of sensor laminates, thereby taking the production of flexible printed electronics to the next level, it adds. At this year’s K2025 trade fair, to be held in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October…
Continental invests in pyrolysis tech to recover materials from waste rubber
With the acquisition of an exclusive patent family and the commissioning of a newly developed pilot facility for the production of purified pyrolysis oil, German firm Continental says it is harnessing the industrial potential of pyrolysis technology for the first…
Michelin advocates reliable testing methods for Euro 7 tyre emissions
French tyre maker Michelin has said it strongly supports the environmental ambition of the Euro 7 regulation, which for the first time sets limits on tyre wear particle emissions. It adds that a demanding and realistic testing method is the…
Sumitomo Rubber acquires US Ai solutions firm Viaduct
Japan’s Sumitomo Rubber Industries has signed an acquisition agreement with Viaduct, Inc. a US-based AI solutions startup, for a total of US$104 million. The two companies have collaborated on joint proof-of-concept projects, combining Sumitomo’s proprietary tyre sensing technology, Sensing Core,…
Nexen Tire expands footprint; new hubs in Europe, Latin America and Middle East
South Korea’s Nexen Tire announced the establishment of new branch office/subsidiaries in major markets, including Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. This expansion is a strategic move to strengthen competitiveness in markets with growing tyre demand. With about 85% of…
China’s Longmarch to expand to Egypt
Chinese tyre manufacturer Long March Tire has announced its plan to establish a second overseas production base in Egypt. This major move comes after the successful operation of its first overseas plant in Pakistan, marking another milestone in the company’s international growth…
Continental sells OESL business to Regent
Germany’s Continental has announced the sale of its ContiTech Original Equipment Solutions (OESL) business area to US investment firm Regent. The sale is subject to antitrust approval. The parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price or other details.…