Dayco has successfully passed the preliminary phase of the ‘Automotive Innovation Agreements DD 10/10/2022’ (MIMIT: Ministry of Industries and Made in Italy). Dayco submitted an R&D project entitled ‘The circular economy in the rubber industry: the re-use of devulcanized rubber in the design of components and in their production process’, as part of its mission to reduce the environmental impact.
Read MoreThe Greater Akron Polymer Industry Cluster, a cross-sector collaboration between polymer-related companies and institutions in Northeastern Ohio, recently provided an “Exploring Polymers Workshop” to high school students in Barberton, Ohio. Representatives from RDAbbott, a leading materials science and distribution company; NovationSi, RDAbbott’s manufacturing subsidiary; and FocusCFO®, a provider of fractional CFO services, presented the two-part series to Honors Chemistry students at Barberton High School.
Read MoreTrelleborg Sealing Solutions is set to break ground on a 1,000 square-feet hydrogen testing lab in Fort Wayne, Indiana with construction scheduled to be completed in Q1 of 2024. The lab space gives Trelleborg the capacity to expand its existing and future hydrogen testing capabilities.
The development is part of Trelleborg’s strategic goal to be a leader in hydrogen sealing and testing to help customers navigate the challenges of the entire hydrogen value chain – generation, storage and transportation, end use and future hydrogen applications.
Read Morepecialty Silicone Products (SSP) is announcing a new EMI/RFI silicone, SSP502-55LT, that meets ASTM E595 low outgassing test requirements and withstands temperatures as low as -70°C. Applications for this shielding elastomer include the high-vacuum, low-temperature environment of outer space, where released gases from EMI gaskets can condense upon and cloud sensitive optics.
Read MoreAccording to Future Market Insights (FMI) and a recent market analysis, the worldwide zinc carbonate industry is expected to grow at a 3.8% CAGR between 2022 and 2032. ZnCO3, or zinc carbonate, is an inorganic chemical. It is also referred to as zinc spar, calamine, or smithsonite. White, crystalline, insoluble zinc carbonate is a powder or solid. It is utilized in many different products, including fertilizers, cosmetics, and medications. It comes in several grades, such as technical grade and pharma & food grade, depending on how it will be used.
Read MoreAccording to Alan Holtschneider, Yokohama’s director of marketing, the tiremaker will help support Surfrider North OC with the distribution of student club memberships; water quality testing kits; biodegradable utensils, straws, etc., starter kits for restaurants wanting to become ocean friendly; cigarette butt collection canisters; and replacement equipment for harbor cleanups.
Read MoreThe expansion will include a new packing building, a warehouse extension, and other miscellaneous facilities, adding a total of 59,000 m2 of operational space to the current site. The Monterrey factory currently employs more than 5,000 people, with an additional 900 expected to be added over the course of the expansion.
Read MoreFirefighters were sent to fight a fire this past Wednesday at a Lion Elastomers warehouse in Port Neches. The fire was put out just before 2 p.m. according to the Port Neches Fire Department’s Facebook page. The fire did not pose a threat to the public and no injuries were reported according to the Port Neches Fire Department. Facility reps state that the product was liquid latex.
Read MoreHardy Process Solutions announced a new series of weight and application controllers called the HI6800 series. The series combines direct process control with fast, accurate and stable weight data essential to profitable manufacturing operations.
Read MoreGrand Rapids, MI – G-DOK Industries announces new surface treatment change as well as swivel-lock notches for its GF Series
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