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Carbon Black, Silica & Reinforcing MaterialsNewsrss2

UPM and Nokian Tyres introduce concept tire using renewable functional fillers

UPM Biochemicals and Nokian Tyres, a leading developer and manufacturer of premium tires, are set for an industry first with its concept tire partly based on UPM BioMotion™ Renewable Functional Fillers (RFF). The partnership will launch UPM’s CO₂-negative Renewable Functional Fillers into a new market segment and highlights the possibilities to use a lighter weight, 100% renewable alternative to traditional CO₂-intensive fillers.

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Machinery & EquipmentNewsrss2

Roemheld introduces new rail-guided die changing table

ROEMHELD North America announces the new, rail-guided RWS mold changing table for transporting heavy dies and molds. The innovative solution is available in three versions for loads of up to 15, 25, or 40 tons per mold. Electrically driven, the system is equipped with two different pull-push systems for the safe and automatic transport of dies to set up presses. It can be used to change dies and molds on all types of machines, including vertical forming and injection molding machines.

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ArticlesFeaturedSilicone & MedicalTech Service

Streamlining medical device assembly: The advantages of engineered silicone swelling fluids

In the ever-evolving world of manufacturing and industry, companies are constantly seeking innovative solutions to improve their processes, increase efficiency and reduce costs. One such breakthrough is the advent of engineered swelling fluids, a revolutionary technology that offers a myriad of benefits to various
industries, especially medical device manufacturing.

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Latex and Natural RubberNewsrss3

Philippine Rubber Research Institute to establish new research facility

The soon-to-rise facilities in Zamboanga Sibugay—which gained reputation as the “Rubber Capital of the Philippines” for its 80,000-hectare rubber production—shall serve as important facets of the DA-PRRI’s research, development, and extension functions as well as the implementation of its initiatives for the Philippine rubber industry.

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Newsrss1Tire Technology & Manufacturing

Honda develops sound cancelling resonators reducing tire noise

Noise-reducing wheel resonators are made from lightweight resin, and through a unique, well considered structure, are fitted to the wheel rim without the use of connecting parts such as bolts. Centrifugal force actually secures the resonators to the wheel more firmly. The resonators can withstand 1,500G during high-speed driving, and bond to the wheel stronger without losing their shape

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