From January to August 2023, the total latex export to international markets was 205,167 tons, up 6,354 tons or three per cent compared to the same period in 2022 but its value dropped 10.2 per cent year-on-year from $304.4 million. The average global latex price for the period was $1,327 per ton, which is 15 per cent or $230 lower than last year.
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In an update provided on September 6, 2023, third party engineer firm Exponent confirmed to Hyundai that certain material formulations used in the O-ring rubber could lose hardness over time. Additionally, the material could be affected by foreign contaminants in the brake fluid, potentially impacting sealing performance.
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LANXESS Corporation announced the retirement of President and Chief Executive Officer, Antonis Papadourakis. Frederique van Baarle, member of the Board of Management and Labor Director of LANXESS AG, assumed the role of President & CEO for the company’s Americas region on Oct. 1.
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Expanding at a steady CAGR of 4.4% from 2023 to 2033, the global Automotive Mats Market is forecasted to reach a valuation of US$ 51.7 billion by 2033-end. This study by Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, suggests that more companies will make a move to manufacture automotive mats with sustainable materials in the future.
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Yokohama Off-Highway Tires (YOHT) announced the appointment of Lawrence Harmon as President – of Global OE Business and Growth segments. He will also be a member of the YOHT Executive Committee.
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The global airless tires market is expected to grow at a 5.4% CAGR and reach a value of US$ 85 million by 2033, up from US$ 50 million in 2023 according to Fact.MR. Airless tires, despite their pneumatic appearance, are constructed from solid polyurethane with a distinctive saw-toothed tread. They deliver the same bounce and load-bearing capabilities as air-filled tires but eliminate the need for frequent inflation maintenance. Unlike foam-filled alternatives, the solid rubber composition of airless tires provides a quiet, smooth roll with added shock absorption. These tires can traverse obstacles like glass, nails, and stones without deflating, as they lack tubes. Furthermore, their chemical and heat resistance surpasses that of pneumatic tires, ensuring durability. Airless tires excel in noise reduction, rollability, and floor protection compared to their counterparts.
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At their main stand, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will highlight its exemplary multi-cavity LSR processing competence, including OPC-UA interface compatibility, on a fully electric IntElect 180/570-250 injection moulding machine. In a cycle time of just 19 seconds, this IntElect LSR package will produce 256 individual 15-gram single wire seals with absolute precision and stability.
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Falken Tyre Europe GmbH is expanding its 4×4 tire portfolio with the launch of the WILDPEAK R/T01 for demanding terrain – ensuring the manufacturer now has a tire for every off-road application. Engineered with adventure in mind – and across the toughest of applications – the R/T01’s tread design and structure are intended to provide maximum performance on the most difficult terrain.
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At Formnext 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, scheduled for November 7 to 10, ARBURG additive will be presenting its complete range of products for industrial additive manufacturing based on granulates, filaments and liquid silicone (LSR) at Stand D79 in Hall 12.1. One highlight will be the new 750-3X high-temperature Freeformer from ARBURG additive, which produces resilient air distributors from certified Ultem original granulate
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Krefeld, Germany – The Siempelkamp Group is realigning with effect from October 1st, 2023. In future, there will be a
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