Author: RubberWorld

The rise of miniaturization has made micro 3D printing even more appealing and, in some cases, the only suitable option to achieve the tight tolerances required of parts and products. Even beyond this miniaturization movement, highly precise and accurate parts are essential for innovative applications across industries from medtech and life sciences to electronics, but not all 3D printing technology has the ability to hold high accuracy and precision. BMF’s Projection Micro Stereolithography (PμSL) technology has a unique ability to hold micro-precision injection molded tolerance by utilizing ultra-high resolution 3D printing technology, software, specialty material and precision motion control to quickly produce parts requiring micron-level precision, achieving the tight tolerances needed every time.

Asahi Kasei will exhibit its broad range of diversified material solutions at Fakuma 2024, the world’s leading trade event for industrial plastics processing, from October 15-19 in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Highlights include polymer solutions for thermal management applications in EVs, a novel thermoplastic elastomer for improved recyclability of automotive interior parts, and a cellulose nanofiber composite for high-performance 3D printing.

The Rubber Division has coordinated a series of valuable panel discussions to examine some industry hot topics in depth. These panels take place in the Expo Theaters during the International Elastomer Expo and are free for all attendees.

Nokian Tyres and the Swedish biomaterials company Reselo AB have signed a development agreement to further develop their renewable material Reselo Rubber as a new raw material in tires. Reselo Rubber is a completely renewable material made from birch bark that comes from residues from the global pulp, paper and sawmill industry. The purpose of the now signed cooperation agreement is to develop the material further to adapt it for commercial tire production.

Bridgestone introduces the Potenza Sport A, the company’s first mass-produced tire to incorporate 55% ISCC PLUS certified recycled and renewable materials. ISCC PLUS is a globally applicable certification standard which aims to increase the transparency and traceability of alternative feedstocks throughout the entire supply chain, from the point of origin to the final customer.

The Lubrizol Corporation and SABIC have developed compatible material solutions well suited for various applications in the consumer electronics and mobility industries, among others. These solutions, which combine soft and rigid materials, can help customers advance their sustainability goals, enhance the protection of ever-thinner and more vulnerable applications, and streamline manufacturing through part consolidation.