Today's News
Ashok Vedanayagam named head of marketing for Continentals passenger and truck tires in the Americas
Continental Tire the Americas announced the appointment of Ashok Vedanayagam as the Head of Marketing for Passenger and Truck Tires for the region covering North and South America. In this role, Vedanayagam is responsible for a broad portfolio including product management, marketing communications, public relations, e-business, market intelligence, pricing, and strategic planning for the Americas.
Malaysian natural rubber production decreased by 5 percent in August
Malaysia’s Department of Statics reports that natural rubber (NR) production decreased by 5.2 percent in August 2024 (35,979 tons) as compared to July 2024 (37,960 tons). Year-on-year comparison showed that the production of NR increased by 14.9 per cent (August 2023: 31,309 tons). Production of NR in August 2024 for Malaysia was mainly contributed by small holders sector (88.1%) as compared to estates sector (11.9%).
Vietnam reports lower rubber exports for first nine months of 2024
Vietnam exported 1.37 million tons of rubber worth US$2.18 billion during the nine-month period, representing a fall of 2.2% in volume but an increase of 16.4% in value against the same period from last year, according to details given by the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Endurica to hold first annual meeting Oct 18th
Endurica will hold its first virtual Annual Meeting on October 18, 2024, which will include an introduction to Endurica Europe SARL, the company’s recently launched sister company headquartered in Luxembourg.
This inaugural Annual Meeting is presented as Fatigue Ninja Frontier – a combination of two long running webinar series: Winning on Durability which focuses on how rubber product durability can be leveraged to create strategic value and competitive advantage, and Fatigue Ninja Friday providing users in depth training on Endurica’s latest software developments. The fast-paced Fatigue Ninja Frontier will bring together Endurica users from around the globe and is also open to anyone interested in learning more about Endurica’s solutions for delivering durability across the rubber supply chain, from raw material suppliers and part or tire manufacturers to OEMs.
UTH expands with new U.S. subsidiary in South Carolina
UTH GmbH, headquartered in Fulda, Germany, with subsidiaries in China and Japan, is deepening its global commitment by establishing a new location in the United States. “This strategic decision is driven by our deep understanding of our customers’ growing needs and specific requirements, as well as our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible support as a reliable partner to the rubber and silicone processing industry,” says Julia Uth, who, along with Manuel Bessler, is overseeing the U.S. project.
Nordson Polymer Processing Systems appoints new EMEA sales director for BKG product line
Münster, Germany — Nordson Corp.’s Polymer Processing Systems division has announced the appointment of Julian Kätzlmeier as Sales Director EMEA
Featured Articles
Current view on rubber development for Mars
by Rafal Anyszka, University of Twente and University of Akron; Anke Blume and Wisut Kaewsakul, University of Twente; Li Jia,
Industry Spotlight
Jing Day Machinery Industrial Co., Ltd.
Jing Day Machinery Industrial Co., Ltd. is a supplier of total rubber and silicon molding machine and related solutions for our global clients. We are committed to design, fabrication (manufacturing), marketing and all services related to rubber and silicon molding machine, our most popular models being the auto-production of rubber molding machines. Our most specialty expertise is in vertical injection molding machines and hydraulic molding machines
Mixing
Utilization of AI driven solutions for rubber compound formulation: A practical approach
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various industrial sectors has spurred remarkable progress in the field of manufacturing process development. This concept has been extended to polymer compound formulations, where AI techniques have been used to optimize rubber formulations as well. Furthermore, it is conceivable that mixtures of other polymers, such as TPEs, thermoplastic materials or polyurethane compounds, could be similarly treated. Advantages of employing AI driven tools include reduced development time, enhanced efficiency and increased accuracy.
Chemicals and Materials
University of Michigan researchers create artificial photosynthesis system that converts CO2 into ethylene
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new artificial photosynthesis system that can bind two carbon atoms together into a hydrocarbon. The resulting product is ethylene and this method has demonstrated a remarkable ability to produce it efficiently, abundantly, and consistently compared to other artificial photosynthesis systems currently in use. The resulting ethylene, an important ingredient of many plastics, with much higher efficiency, yield and longevity than competing systems is a key step toward reusing CO2 to make sustainable fuels.
Extrusion
Enhancing extruded automotive door seals
Friction induced noise in automotive door seals is mitigated with highly durable water-based coatings having a low coefficient of friction.
Silicone & Medical
Shin-Etsu develops a heat-shrinkable silicone rubber tubing for busbar covering
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. has developed a ST-OR Type heat-shrinkable silicone rubber tubing for busbar covering for the first time in the industry.
A busbar is a conductive metallic strip, typically made of copper or aluminum, and is used for power connection or distribution. Busbars have found wide-ranging applications and grown in demand for use not only in switchboards and control panels but also in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles (HEVs) more recently.
Oil, Gas & Energy
Advanced perfluoroelastomers: The preferred sealing solution for oil and gas
The technology for sealing has considerably advanced since it was first developed in the late 1800s. It is crucial to
Testing & Instruments
Quantification of sulfur distribution on rubber surfaces via μ-x-ray fluorescence analysis
A measurement technique makes it possible to scan surfaces of several cm2 to show the distribution of different chemical elements.
Molding
Global rubber molding market forecast at $109 billion by 2034
The global rubber molding market is poised for significant expansion, with its valuation projected to reach USD 54.2 billion by 2024 and surge to USD 109.3 billion by 2034 according to Future Market Insights. This robust growth is anticipated at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3% throughout the forecast period. The increase in demand for rubber molding is driven by its wide applications across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods, where it plays a crucial role in producing high-quality, durable components. As industries continue to advance and seek more efficient manufacturing solutions, the rubber molding market is set to experience substantial development and opportunity.
Thermoplastic Elastomers & Urethanes
Unique features of plasticizer-free soft TPU made with bio-based polyol from 3-methyl-1,5-pentanediol and sebacic acid
by Shun Okura, Kunio Mayahara and Hoan Tran, Kuraray Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is a multiblock copolymer that consists of a
Latex and Natural Rubber
Researchers develop molecular markers for breeding of the rubber tree
A research team from Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences has developed and validated a liquid single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) chip named “HbGBTS80K,” which includes 80,080 SNPs evenly distributed across 18 chromosomes. This SNP chip effectively distinguished 404 rubber accessions into four groups in population genetic diversity analysis and detected the major gene HbPSK5 in GWAS for the number of laticifer rings. The HbGBTS80K chip is a valuable tool for accelerating functional studies and molecular breeding in rubber trees, addressing the inefficiencies of traditional breeding methods.
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