Tiffany Cole as Customer Service Manager – Since joining the team in 2016, Tiffany has been a cornerstone of our customer service excellence.
Alex Brown as Sr. Procurement Manager – A vital member of the Zochem “Dream Team” since 2019, Alex has officially stepped into the role of Sr. Procurement Manager
Yokohama Tire’s 716U™ ultra-wide-base tire is now offered in a new size: 445/50R22.5. The weight-savings drive tire that carries more profitability for fleets is also available in size 455/55R22.5 and will be on display at the upcoming TMC trade show in Nashville, Tenn. in booth #744.
Read MoreNokian Tyres’ production building at the factory in Romania has earned LEED v4 Gold certification for sustainable building from the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first LEED Gold certified tire factory in the world.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the most widely recognized sustainable building rating system in the world. Buildings with LEED certification consume less energy and water, have lower CO2 emissions, divert more waste from landfills, and are healthier environments for people.
Read MoreTrelleborg’s 2025 annual report shows stable performance and strong profitability despite a challenging global market. The company reported net sales of about SEK 34 billion for the year. Operating profit (EBIT) was approximately SEK 6–7 billion, with an operating margin around 20 percent, reflecting strong efficiency and a focus on high-value products.
Read MoreSmithers announces that Henry He, General Manager of the Smithers Testing Laboratory in Suzhou, China, will be speaking at the 2026 Tire Technology Expo in Hannover, Germany, from March 3 to 5. He’s presentation, titled “The Effects of Temperature on Tire Rolling Resistance and Relation to EV Development,” is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. CET on Wednesday, March 4.
Read MoreBST will present two powerful systems for the highest quality requirements in tire production: LaserTrack Pro 600 and SurfaceScope Pro. Experts from industry, research, and development will meet in Halls 19, 20, and 21 of the Deutsche Messe Hannover to exchange ideas on the latest technologies and innovations. The Tire Technology Expo 2026 in Hanover (March 3, 4, and 5, 2026) is considered the leading international event for tire design and manufacturing.
Read MorePirelli North America announced a new multi-year partnership with the Miami Open presented by Itaú, reinforcing the company’s strategic commitment to the North American market and further strengthening its long-standing relationship with world-class sport and the game of tennis.
Read MoreWhether you are new to the rubber industry or a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your edge, Polymer Fridays from the Rubber Division, ACS, is designed to strengthen your technical foundation and expand your confidence.
Over ten weeks, you will build a clearer understanding of how major polymer families compare, where they perform best and how their chemistry drives real world application decisions.
Read MoreMAXAM Tire announced the promotion of Eric Appleby to National Account Sales Director, effective immediately. In this role, Appleby will lead Maxam’s national account strategy across North America, focusing on accelerating growth, deepening dealer partnerships, and delivering value-driven solutions to our customers.
Read MoreFollowing a successful audit in December 2025, REP is now officially ISO 14001 certified.
This certification is an international benchmark in environmental management and also meets the high expectations of REP’s customers, who are more and more attentive to the environmental commitments of their industrial partners.
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