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Rubber material based on bio-renewable polymer developed
An ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber compound from a polymer produced from sugarcane-based feedstock has been developed by Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies. The bio-renewable rubber is created from a polymer that is made via a process that begins with the…
Czech Republic sees expansion of Semperit facility
EUR 15 million will go into the expansion of Semperit’s hose production facility in Odry, Czech Republic. This will increase production capacities of industrial hoses by about 40 % by the second quarter of 2016. Even after the recent coming…
New water-resistant adhesive latex by Mallard Creek Polymers introduced
The new water-resistant adhesive latex by Mallard Creek Polymers has been introduced. From 2009 through 2013, butadiene cost has been very volatile, driving many companies to seek alternatives. Beginning in 2014 and extending through at least 2016, butadiene costs have…
Introducing the Nokian Rotiiva HT
The Nokian Rotiiva HT is excellent on asphalt or gravel and moves with ease in light off-road conditions. The New Nokian Rotiiva HT for SUV and Light Truck applications is the most advanced highway tread design with Nokian Tyres’ industry-leading…
A ‘Radical’ Adhesive
Materials supplier Dow Corning unveils new silicone and elastomer technologies aimed at reducing costs and increasing material performance in underhood applications here at the 2015 SAE World Congress. The company says its EA-7100 adhesive is a breakthrough in silicone chemistry…
O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. reports first quarter 2015 result
1st Quarter Financial Results Sales for the first quarter ended March 31, 2015, increased $174 million, or 10%, to $1.90 billion from $1.73 billion for the same period one year ago. Gross profit for the first quarter increased to $987 million…
Automotive plant at Zaheerabad expanded
Mahindra & Mahindra on Wednesday launched its manufacturing facility at Zaheerabad in Medak District of Telangana State. The facility will manufacture Mahindra’s new small commercial vehicle, code named P601. The new vehicle is scheduled to be launched by September. The…
Global Styrene Butadiene Rubber Market – Analysis and Forecast to 2019
The report covers the important styrene butadiene rubber global markets. It further divides the market on the basis of applications and geography. The market data for these types has been provided with respect to volume (thousand tons) and value (U.S$million).…
Introducing silicone seam sealer
Dow Corning Corp. has released its 1299 Silicone Seam Sealer that outperforms traditional acrylic sealants in narrow seam applications. Dow Corning said this helps manufacturers deliver windows and doors that prevent air and water infiltration to reduce energy costs. It also…