Continental has received original equipment approval for the all-electric Škoda Elroq. The Continental EcoContact 7 in size 235/50 R20 has been approved for the front axle and size 255/45 R20 for the rear axle of the electric SUV. “R20” indicates tires designed for 20-inch rims. Both versions carry the FR marking, which indicates that they have an integrated rim protection rib.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it has begun supplying its ADVAN Sport V107 tires as original equipment (OE) for the updated Mazda MX-5. The two-seater lightweight convertible sports car, equipped with 195/50R16 84V size tires, went on sale in Japan and Europe in June 2026. Yokohama Rubber has been supplying OE tires for the Mazda MX-5 continuously from the very first model.
Read MoreCDP is a global environmental disclosure organization. Its Supplier Engagement Assessment evaluates how companies engage suppliers on climate-related issues, including governance, emissions targets, Scope 3 emissions management and supplier collaboration. An “A” score reflects leadership-level performance within CDP’s scoring framework, which is designed to help companies assess and improve their environmental practices over time.
Read MoreDow Inc. reported second-quarter net income of $802 million, or 99 cents per share, a sharp turnaround from a year-earlier loss, as higher prices across its businesses more than offset slightly lower volumes.
The materials science company reported that net sales rose 20% to $12.1 billion in the three months ended June 30. Local prices increased 20%, led by gains in packaging and specialty plastics, while volume fell 1% and currency added 1%.
Read MoreThe Flexicon® flexible screw conveyor with trough hopper can receive material from multiple outlets of feeders, grinders, blenders, bulk bag dischargers, or any process equipment with a wide-style discharge.
Measuring 108 in. (275 cm) in length, the hopper’s low (36 in/92cm) profile enables it to be positioned beneath the discharge point of most vessels. The hopper’s bottom features a U-shaped channel that exposes the flexible screw for the entire length of the vessel, allowing material entering the hopper at any point to charge the conveyor.
Boston Industrial Solutions announced the launch of the new SAP-G70 Primer, a silicone bonding primer designed to prepare silicone and other challenging substrates for bonding with SA1-370 Silicone Glue.
The SAP-G70 Primer is formulated as a pre-treatment step to help promote reliable adhesion when bonding silicone to silicone and silicone to other materials, including metal and plastic.
Clariant celebrated a significant milestone at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) with the dual 10th anniversary of the TUM Catalysis Research Center (CRC) and the Dr. Karl Wamsler Innovation Award for Catalysis Research. The ceremony honored two outstanding scientists whose contributions are shaping the future of catalysis and sustainable chemistry.
Read MoreJoin RDAbbott on August 25 – 27, 2026, in Barberton, Ohio, for “Manufacturing with Silicone Rubber,” a comprehensive workshop hosted by RDAbbott from a fabricator’s point-of-view. There’s also an optional training opportunity on August 28 for one-on-one discussions with instructors and deeper dives into process development.
Read MoreGummiwerk KRAIBURG is setting new standards in the compounding industry: As early as January 1, 2026, the company achieved CO₂ neutrality for indirect emissions from energy (Scope 2) in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol). At the same time, direct CO₂ emissions (Scope 1) will be reduced by more than 95 percent compared with the 2021 baseline by the end of 2026. This means that the production of Gummiwerk KRAIBURG’s compounds generates significantly fewer CO₂ emissions. The company is thus achieving its self-imposed climate targets well ahead of schedule. At the same time, it is solidifying its pioneering role in climate protection and sustainability within the European compounding industry.
Read MoreZochem’s has awarded its Dream Team Scholarship to two students, both children of teammates who show up for Zochem every day. Last year Zochem chose one recipient. This year they were happy to be able to choose two.
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