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On 12 December 2023, Eugen Hehl, Senior Partner of Arburg GmbH + Co KG, passed away at the age of 94. In addition to his entrepreneurial vision, the trained master mechanic was recognized above all for his services to the development of global sales at Arburg and the company’s construction infrastructure, as well as his strong social commitment to and in the region. The family-owned company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of plastic processing machines.

CIJ technology is inexpensive, is universally applicable, it is flexible and it fully addresses all the challenges facing the cable industry. CIJ printers are suitable for almost all surfaces, shapes and materials. Coding is contactless. Integration in cable production is simple, operation is safe for people and the environment and no protective devices are needed. The inks are extremely fast-drying and can be applied to light as well as dark substrates, yielding a good and clearly legible print image.

Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC (Sumitomo) is recalling certain Falken Wildpeak AT3W tires with size 265/70R17 115T . The recall is due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the tires to fail, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall also includes Wildpeak HT02 tires with size LT235/85R16 120/116S. The affected tires were manufactured between June 1, 2022, and September 30, 2022. If you have these tires, please contact Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC at 1-800-723-2553 for more information on how to get them replaced.

The latest rubber market report by Forbes & Walker Commodity Brokers revealed that about 51 percent of rubber plantations in Sri Lanka have been affected by the Circular Leaf Spot Disease (CLSD).

Starrett-Bytewise has announced a year-end promotion for the Profile360™ in-line, real-time laser measurement system with 30mm through 100mm field-of view. A 23% discount is available on Profile360 orders. A 30% discount is available on Profile360 orders that include a Profile360-G3 trade-in. Year-end discounts for other Starrett-Bytewise products are also available. To qualify for the discounts, orders must be received by December 31, 2023.

ACI launches this landmark event in the realm of sustainable waste-material management. The two-day event will be taking place in Rotterdam, Netherlands on the 31st January to 1st February, and bring together key stakeholders from Chemical and Energy Providers, Raw Material Suppliers, Packaging Manufacturers, Recycling Service and Technology Providers, Chemical and Sustainability Associations, Senior Chemical Consultants and Research Academics.

DAbbott is celebrating its 75th anniversary and launching a year-long campaign called 75 Acts of Kindness that will give back to its communities, industries, and employees. The company was founded on December 14, 1948, by Robert David Abbott, a Southern California entrepreneur with a passion for education and the local rubber industry. RDAbbott has evolved from a regional distributor into a multi-faceted supplier that innovates across distribution, materials science, process engineering, and product customization. Yet it remains true to its roots of putting people ahead of profit.

Continental has been setting standards for greater sustainability with its retreading of truck tires since 1903. The premium tire manufacturer has been using retreading to extend the service life of tires for more than 120 years – conserving resources and reducing costs. Continental retreads more than one million truck and bus tires worldwide every year. According to a study by the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology (UMSICHT), retreaded tires reduce CO2 emissions by up to 50 percent compared to new tires. The amount of recycled and renewable materials in retreaded tires can be up to 85 percent. In terms of traction, grip and safety, retreaded tires from Continental are every bit a match for new tires.