Author: RubberWorld

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that it has launched a new conveyor belt in its highly regarded FLAME GUARD series of flame-retardant conveyor belts. The new addition, the FLAME GUARD ECO, offers improved energy-saving performance.

FLAME GUARD ECO was developed for use on coal transport lines at ports and thermal power plants, which require flame-retardant conveyor belts for fire safety reasons. By using technologies cultivated during its development of its ECOTEX conveyor belts, which have achieved world-class power-saving performance, Yokohama Rubber developed a new rubber compound to improve energy-saving performance.

The rising awareness about environmental concerns has prompted industries to invest in advanced non-automative rubber transmission belts. The latest market analysis reveals the non-automotive rubber transmission belts market to reach USD 7,502.6 million by 2032, exhibiting the CAGR of 3.9% from 2024 to 2032 according to Polaris Market Research.

Clariant is celebrating a significant milestone: 50 years of Exolit AP flame retardants protecting lives and property around the world. Based on advanced ammonium polyphosphate (APP) technology, these pioneering flame retardants have become the industry benchmark in a wide range of applications, including intumescent coatings, fire barrier sealing systems, thermoset composites for e-mobility battery housings and coatings, rigid polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation foams and more.

Polestar is relying on Continental’s SportContact 7 as original equipment for its Polestar 3 model. The tire manufacturer has received original equipment approval in the 21-inch tire size for the electric SUV. In addition to high driving stability and excellent grip, the SportContact 7 also impresses with its high energy efficiency and quiet rolling noise.

very year, millions of tons of PET and polyester waste end up in landfills or are incinerated, yet sustainable recycling solutions remain limited. Today, DePoly – the leading sustainable PET-to-raw-material recycling company – announces the upcoming launch of a 500-tonne-per-year showcase plant in Monthey, Switzerland this summer, representing a critical step in the company’s journey from laboratory breakthrough to industrial-scale implementation.

CDI Products announced that it has achieved National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program (NADCAP) certification, reinforcing its commitment to the highest standards of quality, innovation, and performance for the Aerospace and Defense industries. . This accreditation marks a significant milestone in CDI’s ongoing mission to deliver advanced sealing, wear, and polymeric solutions to critical markets worldwide. With NADCAP certification, CDI further demonstrates its dedication to exceeding the rigorous demands of the aviation, space, and defense sectors.

The board of Apollo Tyres NL BV has submitted a Request for Advice to the Works Council regarding the intended decision to discontinue tire production and related activities at the plant in Enschede, The Netherlands, by the summer of 2026. All staff were informed accordingly in a town hall meeting.

This intended decision comes after thorough investigation and careful consideration, driven by the continued increase in costs for Apollo Tyres NL (ATNL) due to macroeconomic disruptions, steep increases in energy and labor costs, and a decline in demand for Spacemaster and Agri tires.

ARP Materials announced the appointment of Craig Fishel as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. In this capacity, Mr. Fishel will assume executive leadership of the company’s Operations, Finance, and Human Resources functions, driving efficiency and strategic growth.