November 2025

The November 2025 issue of Rubber World Magazine is now available online. This issue emphasizes Natural Rubber & Latex. Read the digital edition here.

A new natural rubber concept: Mastication with some practical examples
by Majid Aman-Alikhani, consultant.
A novel conceptual physico-chemical peptizer effectively reduces the Mooney viscosity of natural rubber compounds, while preserving desirable performance characteristics. Read

Restoring the environment with ammonia-free natural rubber latex
by Eric P. Adler, Tim A. Osswald, Julio C. Rodriguez and Allen J. Román, AFLatex Technologies, Lda.
Innovative ammonia free stabilization technology has been developed that functions in an acidic environment without harmful chemicals. Read

The evolution of latex foam
by Jens Szymanska, LatexFoam Technology B.V.
The history of the global latex industry is presented by the author, tracing its journey from rudimentary beginnings through incremental advancements to contemporary global shifts and innovations. Read

Cure pack aging study
by Umar Farooq and Steven Yu, AirBoss of America.
By quantifying the extent of any deviations when testing two EPDM based compounds prepared with freshly made cure packs versus aged, pre-weighed packs, this study aims to determine the practical implications of cure pack aging, and to provide guidance on best practices for storage, handling and timing of cure system addition during rubber compound processing. Read