Author: RubberWorld

Toyo Tires® returns to the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada on November 5 – 8. The Toyo Tires Treadpass is a celebration of automotive innovation and creativity, featuring an incredible showcase of vehicles making their world debut. Treadpass is located between the Central and South Halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center and for the 11th year Toyo has collaborated with renowned builders to curate an unparalleled experience for SEMA attendees.
Treadpass will premiere 26 unique vehicles at this year’s show from a fully custom ’74 Rolls Royce to a ’66 Ford Bronco Sport. Toyo Tires proudly showcases a wide variety of vehicles offering something appealing to every car enthusiast.

The agreement is a joint venture partnership with Medeco Protective Safety Equipment Manufacturing — a division of Abu Dhabi Medical Devices Company (ADMD) in the United Arab Emirates — and contracts USMGC to manufacture 12 of its proprietary medical exam glove-making machines. Beginning in the first quarter of 2025, USMGC will deliver 10 nitrile exam glove machine lines and two polyisoprene surgical glove machine lines to Medeco facilities in operation in Saudi Arabia. The joint venture is structured for USMGC to retain a 25% ownership stake.

American Tire Distributors, Inc. announced that it is implementing specific steps to maximize value and strengthen the Company’s financial foundation as it continues supporting manufacturer partners and customers across its nationwide distribution network..
To implement the terms of the RSA and conduct a value-maximizing sale process, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries commenced voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”). During this process, ATD will continue to operate across its nationwide distribution network as the organization remains focused on supporting its manufacturer partners and providing its customers with tires, wheels, related tools, and accessories to support their business.

Common Fund for Commodities Managing Director, Amb. Mohammed Belal, said: “Regrettably, the summit was postponed at the very last minute due to security concerns. This postponement impacts millions of smallholder farmers who are engaged in the production of rubber in some of the most challenging parts of the world.”

IDI Composites International (IDI) announces the opening of its new global headquarters and next generation manufacturing facility in Noblesville, Indiana. This major investment represents a significant milestone in IDI’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the production of thermoset composite materials.

General Silicones is debuting its proprietary Compo-SiL® decorative film in Europe at the upcoming MEDICA 2024 and Electronica 2024 trade shows. As a novel way to optimize the design of membrane keypads, Compo-SiL® enhances products across medical and electronic devices, and several prototypes will be on display for visitors to experience firsthand.

The Momentive Performance Materials group (Momentive) and Safic-Alcan announced the expansion of their distribution agreement. This strategic expansion will enhance the availability of Niax high-quality polyurethane additives for slabstock foams across Eastern Europe.