Wacker Chemie AG introduced new silicone-based additives and materials for composite applications at the JEC World 2026 trade show in Paris.
The company said the new products include two impact modifiers, GENIOPERL W37 and GENIOPERL W38, designed to improve the durability and mechanical performance of thermosetting resins used in composites.
Read MoreOne current goal of the tire industry is to replace all oil derived materials with sustainable products derived from renewable biomass sources. Silica can be directly obtained from eco-friendly sustainable materials of bio-origin, including rice husk (hull) and rice straw (dried leaf), cornflower, sorghum (grass flowers) and bagasse (sugar cane)
Read MoreSustainability is no longer a new concept; it has become a global priority. While quality was the focus of the 1980s, globalization defined the 1990s, and the internet revolutionized the 2000s. The 2010s and after have been dominated by the idea of sustainability. Human survival depends on integrating sustainable practices into every aspect of life. The world is already witnessing alarming environmental changes: rising greenhouse gas emissions, depletion of non-renewable resources and widespread deforestation.
Read MoreThis article will explore the integration of UPM BioMotion RFF into various polymer applications, highlighting their potential to improve environmental
Read MoreRegulatory requirements targeted at polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) content in consumer rubber goods are becoming increasingly common. Developments in the formulations and raw materials used can help minimize the PAH content as needed to meet these requirements. Testing was completed comparing thermal carbon black Thermax N990 to Cancarb’s FDA approved, low PAH Thermax N990CG in a wide range of rubber compounds.
Read MoreIn the race to lighter, safer and more efficient electronics — from electric vehicles to transcontinental energy grids — one component literally holds the power: the polymer capacitor. Seen in such applications as medical defibrillators, polymer capacitors are responsible for quick bursts of energy and stabilizing power rather than holding large amounts of energy, as opposed to the slower, steadier energy of a battery. However, current state-of-the-art polymer capacitors cannot survive beyond 212 degrees Fahrenheit (F), which the air around a typical car engine can hit during summer months and an overworked data center can surpass on any given day.
Read MorePatents from The United States Patent and Trademark Office compiled by the editors of Rubber World for February. Steel cord for rubber reinforcementU.S. patent: 12,351,980Issued: July
Read MoreSolvay inaugurated its new bio-circular silica facility at its plant in Livorno, Italy, marking a major milestone in Europe’s industrial transformation toward sustainability. This investment positions Solvay as a proactive partner in achieving the European Green Deal objectives and the upcoming Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), while reinforcing Italy’s role as a hub for green innovation.
Read MoreARLANXEO inaugurated its new Therban® hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber (“HNBR”) plant in Changzhou, China. The new plant supports expanding ARLANXEO’s HNBR production footprint and its ability to deliver reliable, high-quality elastomer solutions to customers across China and the Asia-Pacific region, while helping meet the growing demand for advanced rubber materials in strategic sectors, such as new energy, new mobility, and other industrial applications.
Read MoreCabot has long supplied Bridgestone with reinforcing carbon products, and this acquisition further strengthens the partnership between the two companies. In addition, this acquisition expands Cabot’s global manufacturing footprint and reinforces its position as a leading provider of reinforcing carbons. Strategically located near Cabot’s existing facility in Altamira, Mexico, MXCB not only enhances production capacity and operational flexibility but also offers the capability to manufacture a broader range of reinforcing carbon products. This flexibility enables Cabot to better support diverse customer needs and future growth opportunities.
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