by Christos K. Georgantopoulos, Omya International AG; and Luis Monteiro Goncalves and Michael Christensen, Genan S.A. By partially substituting virgin rubber and carbon black with ground tire rubber and other minerals, NBR/SBR flooring systems maintain mechanical performance, while reducing their carbon footprint.
Read MorePatents for September 2026 as compiled by our editors from the USPTO. Golf ballU.S. patent: 12,616,878Issued: May 5, 2026Inventors: Takumi
Read MoreThe All India Rubber Industries Association (AIRIA) is a not for profit organization, located in Mumbai, India, serving the rubber industry and trade with the objectives of safeguarding and promoting interests of the rubber sector in India. AIRIA was established in 1945, and as the leading organization for the industry, it works to advance its interests and facilitate cooperation, growth, innovation and development within the sector. The following interview with newly appointed president, Anay Gupta, explores the current state of the rubber industry in India.
Read MoreThe September issue of Rubber World Magazine focuses on Thermoplastic Elastomers, Urethanes and also includes timely business briefs, silicone and medical updates, patent news, a supplier showcase and more.
Read MoreEvery year, VMI takes on a sportive challenge to raise money for charity. This year, VMI participated in Ventoux3, the fundraising event in support of the Erasmus MC Foundation. The amount of €125,145 marks the highest total ever raised by VMI for a charity event.
Read MoreFor the first time, WACKER will be presenting an oil-exuding liquid silicone rubber with coolant resistant properties at FAKUMA, the 30th international trade show for plastics processing, starting October 12 through 16. ELASTOSIL® LR 3822 was specifically designed for applications in the field of e-mobility with a focus on connector seals and sealing elements in the cooling circuit of EV traction batteries. Molded parts made of the new liquid silicone rubber show a low compression set and high resilience. This makes it possible to manufacture sealing elements with high sealing performance.
Read MoreFrom Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, fans can enter the sweepstakes by purchasing a set of four Goodyear tires on Goodyear.com or through Goodyear’s Auto Service and Just Tires stores and submitting the entry form here. The randomly selected winner will receive a blimp flight certificate for two passengers that can be redeemed at any of Goodyear’s three U.S. airship bases in Akron, Ohio, Carson, California or Pompano Beach, Florida.
Read MoreH.B. Fuller Company announced plans to report its financial results for the three-month fiscal period ended August 29, 2026, in a press release issued after the market close on September 23, 2026. The Company will hold an investor conference call on September 24, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. CT (10:30 a.m. ET) to discuss its financial results.
Read MoreElementis will showcase advanced rheology technologies at the World Adhesive & Sealant Conference & Expo (WAC 2026), Sept. 16-18 in London.
WAC 2026 brings together manufacturers, formulators, researchers and industry experts to exchange knowledge, examine emerging trends and explore technologies shaping the future of adhesives and sealants.
Read MoreTiremaker partners with the nonprofit to advance adaptive motorsports programs like Return to Dirt, helping disabled off-roaders get back behind the wheel.
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