Elkem unveiled SILBIONE™ LSR Select EC 70, a next-generation medical-grade liquid silicone rubber. Designed for wearable and diagnostic devices, the material combines high electrical conductivity, certified biocompatibility, and enhanced process control, setting a new standard for precision healthcare applications.
Read MoreBASF and ExxonMobil have formed a strategic collaboration to advance methane pyrolysis technology, a next step toward delivering efficient, cost-competitive low-emission hydrogen solutions for industrial use. The companies have signed a joint development agreement to co-develop methane pyrolysis technology, including plans to construct a demonstration plant aimed at commercial readiness.
Read MoreDhanghai, China – DuPont held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new MOLYKOTE® specialty lubricants manufacturing plant in the Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu
Read MoreThe Rubber Division, ACS Spring Technical Meeting is being held April 14-16, 2026 in Warrensville Heights, OH, where you can learn from experts in our industry and network with the best minds in the business – highlighted by our Technical Meeting program.
Read MoreMichelin North America, Inc. raised $771,000 in its annual charity golf tournament to benefit 10 community organizations across the U.S. and Canada, including its first-ever Canadian charitable partner.
Since its inception in 1989, the tournament has generated more than $10 million for local charities with the goal of making a meaningful and measurable impact in communities where Michelin employees live, work and serve.
Read MoreTrelleborg Marine and Infrastructure announced the opening of its new, cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Vietnam today. This strategic expansion is set to meet the rising demand for Trelleborg’s core products with a particular focus on enhancing delivery times and production flexibility to better serve clients worldwide, including the Asia-Pacific region.
Read MoreSpecialty Silicone Products (SSP) has expanded its lineup of extruded rubber profiles designed for electromagnetic interference (EMI) applications, including bonded O‑rings, D‑rings, and frame gaskets. The company’s latest offerings support both standard and custom profile shapes, as well as multiple elastomer bases. These extrusions are available in silicone and fluorosilicone, filled with electrically conductive particles for robust EMI shielding. Many of these materials are certified to the MIL‑DTL‑83528 specification and listed on the Defense Logistics Agency’s Qualified Products List.
Read MoreThe tire manufacturer Continental ensures safety and efficiency in the Hyundai IONIQ 9. For the all-electric SUV, Continental’s 21-inch PremiumContact C tire with XL marking for increased load capacity and rim protection rib receives original equipment approval. In addition, the ContiSilent technology in the tire ensures improved driving comfort and particularly low interior noise.
Read MoreAkron, OH – Smithers announces the addition of three specialized rolling resistance testing capabilities at its tire and wheel test
Read Moreor the 15th consecutive year, Goodyear will host toy drives in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, at its Blimp bases in Ohio, Florida and California. These events offer a unique opportunity for the public to contribute to the Marines Toys for Tots Foundation while enjoying an up-close view of the iconic Goodyear Blimp.
From Dec. 5 to 7, Ohio residents can drive through the Wingfoot Lake Blimp hangar from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look before dropping off their donation to a U.S. Marine representing Toys for Tots.
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