Munich-based chemical company Wacker developed Lumisil 590 and Lumisil 591, new encapsulants for light emitting diodes (LED) and optical components. The compounds are made of highly transparent silicone elastomers with a high refractive index. The products withstand high operating temperatures…
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Sri Lankan rubber industry has US10bn potential
Sri Lanka only accounts for 1 percent of rubber production, but it is the largest producer of industrial tyres—accounting for 60 percent of the global market, according to said Sri Lanka Association Of Manufacturers & Exporters of Rubber Products (SLAMERP)…
Tatneft project awarded National Project status
Tatneft’s project “Technology Development for hydroconversion of heavy petroleum feedstock to produce high-quality fuels, oils and raw materials for petrochemical processes” has been assigned national project status in Russia. The decision was taken at a meeting of the working group…
Toyota honours Camso with SEQCD Award
Camso, the Road Free company, formerly Camoplast Solideal, was honoured to receive the 2014 Toyota Safety, Environment, Quality, Cost and Delivery (SEQCD) Award in recognition for excellence as a supplier. As a valued partner of Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing, Camso…
Trelleborg AB elects new Board members
The Nomination Committee of Trelleborg AB has decided to propose that the 2016 Annual General Meeting elect Johan Malmquist, Gunilla Fransson and Susanne Pahlén Åklundh as new members to the Board. Furthermore, the Committee proposes the re-election of Board members…
Goodyear renews Cotton Bowl sponsorship
ESPN and the Cotton Bowl Athletic Association announced today that The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has entered a multiyear agreement renewing its title sponsorship of the Cotton Bowl, continuing the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic played at AT&T Stadium in…
Evonik expands venture capital activities into Asia
By investing in the Chinese venture capital fund GRC SinoGreen Fund III (GRC III), Evonik has expanded its venture capital activities into Asia. As a result, the company is now represented in the most important venture capital regions of North…
Rubber Coffee Shop Programme held in Malaysia
The Rubber Coffee Shop Programme also known as Sembang Getah di Warung was held on January 11, 2016 at Kampung Sungai Buloh, Simpang Tiga Padang Kambing, Alor Gajah Melaka. This programme is an initiative by MRB to interact with stakeholders…
Off-road tyres driven by mining, construction
The global market for off the road (OTR) tyres is estimated to be nearly 3.5 million tonnes in 2015, corresponding to a value of US$23 billion, and is expected to show an overall compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%…
Nokian Tyres extends the use of Aramid Sidewall Technology
Nokian Tyres is increasing the use of its Aramid Sidewall Technologyin SUV tyres designed for demanding and versatile winter use. From the beginning of 2016 onwards, nearly all premium products from the pioneer of winter driving will feature the unique…