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General Silicones (GS) announces a collaboration with Latvian activewear startup Phystep. By leveraging GS’s state-of-the-art Compo-SiL® silicone rubber technology, Phystep is redefining the meaning of sportswear.

Harnessing customized silicone elastic film, Phystep ingeniously integrates kinesiology into their design protected activewear. The groundbreaking Compo-SiL® adhesion technology propels this audacious endeavor, affording athletes an unparalleled edge—a 20% increase in caloric burn with every stride or stretch with their leggings.

Purdue University’s recently launched eXcellence in Manufacturing and Operations Purdue Engineering Initiative, or XMO PEI, will in November host its first national summit, bringing together a dynamic coalition of partners in academia, government and industry to discuss building resilient U.S. infrastructure for and with advanced manufacturing and operations (M&O). The aim is to build a resilient U.S. infrastructure physically, digitally and sustainably for M&O at scale.

In conjunction with Thomas Edison’s birthday and National Inventors Day on Feb. 11, the National Inventors Hall of Fame®, in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), celebrates the induction of 16 innovation leaders for their world-changing inventions on Oct. 25-26 during the Greatest Celebration of American Innovation®. The Induction Ceremony also will celebrate the 50th anniversary of NIHF’s founding in 1973, when Thomas Edison was the sole Inductee.

The upcoming 11th edition of India Rubber Expo to be held in Mumbai at Bombay Exhibition Centre (Nesco), from 20th March to 22nd March 2024. India Rubber Expo is conceived and organized by the All India Rubber Industries Association (AIRIA), a non- profit body dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the interests of the rubber industry through a host of industry initiatives. Established in 1945, AIRIA is one of the oldest premier industry associations in India and has over 1300+ countrywide members and some key industry associations as its association members.

With effect from 01.01.2024, Martin Schürmann will manage the business of the STEINL Group together with Peter Steinl and Reinhard Danzer. He will be responsible for the injection molding, automation and dosing technology activities within the group and is going to expand the business strategically.

The SportContact 7 is a high-performance summer tire designed for powerful, sporty vehicles. With its very good handling characteristics and short braking distances, the tire impressed in numerous independent tire tests. The Continental developers focused on achieving the highest perfection in all performance criteria with a view to combining the most enjoyable driving experience possible with the very highest levels of safety and sustainability. Compared to the predecessor model, the SportContact 7 offers reduced wet braking distances by eight percent. In dry braking, the tire shortens the braking distance by six percent, whereas the tire’s mileage was extended by 17 percent.

CEO of GRI, Dr. Mahesha Ranasoma, was a distinguished speaker at the Smithers conference on “Sustainability in Tires” in Shanghai, China. Dr. Ranasoma delivered a captivating presentation titled “The Green Revolution of the Tire Industry: A Deep Dive into ESG Integration,” drawing the attention of industry leaders in attendance. He highlighted GRI’s role in developing sustainable Specialty Tires and green practices, emphasizing the company’s commitment to advancing environmentally conscious solutions.

Speaking on the occasion, Rajesh Dahiya, Vice President, Sales and Service, Apollo Tyres Ltd, said “Bhopal is fast emerging as a premium tire market with consumers preferring high performance tires for their premium cars and superbikes. Arihant Tyres, with its rich experience of two decades, along with its enviable clientele at its 4 outlets across the city, is the perfect fit for Vredestein product range, targeted towards the enthusiastic explorers, for whom the ultra-high performance vehicles are a reflection of themselves. We are confident that a presence in this high footfall zone and enhanced brand visibility, will be a win-win situation for both, Arihant Tyres and us.”

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced that the company’s science-based near-term and net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).