Natural rubber production by members of the Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC) is estimated to have reached 2.499 million tonnes, showing a 2% increase in the first three months of 2017 compared to the same period a year…
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Louisiana’s East West Copolymer shutting down operations after 70 years
Synthetic rubber manufacturer East West Copolymer, based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in the US, is shutting down after 70 years of operations, according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC). East West Copolymer, on Scenic Highway, opened in 1943. In 1948,…
New rubber glove robot offers help for people with hand disabilities
A new rubber robotic glove, developed by Kyujin Cho of Seoul National University in South Korea, offers people with hand paralysis or disability the ability to perform daily tasks and routines with more ease and independence. Cho, Director of Biorobotics…
Yokohama Rubber introduces high pressure hose Versatran
The Yokohama Rubber Company, based in Tokyo, Japan, introduced a new high pressure hose that meets the requirements of SAE and EN standard as part of its strategy to strengthen overseas sales of high-pressure hoses, especially for the challenging applications…
RMA recognises six US tyre firms for improvements in worker health, safety
The Rubber Manufacturers Association, the trade organisation for the finished rubber products industry in the US, recognised the achievements and improvements made by six US tyre manufacturers in worker health and safety. RMA’s Safety and Health Improvement Program (SHIP), created…
Continental’s plans to build Taraxagum Lab Anklam moves forward
International tyre manufacturer Continental is moving forward with its long-term plans to build its Taraxagum Lab Anklamas it received broad support from the Anklam town council. Burkhardt Köller, Chairman of the Management Board of Continental Reifen Deutschland GmbH said the…
Momentive introduces silicone-based gel for skin care, cosmetic formulations
Momentive Performance Materials Inc., a global leader in silicones and advanced materials, will introduce a new silicone-based gel product for the cosmetic industry at the in-cosmetics Global show in London from April 4 to 6. The innovative silicone-based, cross polymer…
Thailand’s first automotive, tyre testing centre to be completed by 2018
Thailand’s first automotive and tyre testing centre that follows global standards is set to be completed and ready for operations by 2018. “The first phase of the testing centre should be ready for Thai car and tyre makers in 2018.…
IKO’s Blair Rubber, Hyload Inc. acquire waterproofing company Elastikote LLC
Rubber tank linings manufacturer Blair Rubber and its sister company, roofing and waterproofing company Hyload Inc., have acquired Smithville, Ohio-based Elastikote LLC’s brand and assets. While the companies are not direct competitors, they do operate within related areas of the…
Hexpol on acquisition trail in Europe/US
Swedish compounder Hexpol has acquired Trelleborg’s Rubber Compounding unit in Czech Republic. It acquired 100% of Trelleborg Material & Mixing Lesina s.r.o from the Trelleborg Group. “The acquisition is a very good complement to Hexpol Compounding in Europe and broadens…