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At K 2022 Momentive Performance Materials will present the newly developed product family of NEVSil LSR and HCR silicone rubbers, which is geared towards the requirements of modern mobility concepts, i. e. New Energy Vehicles. The new generation of LTC-LSRs from Momentive, which cure at particularly low temperatures, is especially suitable for thick-walled parts and combinations with temperature-sensitive materials.

Cambodia netted more than $348 million from the export of rubber latex and wood in the first nine months of 2022, falling by nine per cent year-on-year due to downward pressure on global demand, especially from China and Europe, the latter of which has seen many of its markets upended by the fallout from armed conflict in Ukraine.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company will report third quarter 2022 financial results after market close on Monday, Oct. 31, followed by an investor conference call at 8 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, Nov. 1.

Uzer Makina has been serving global tire industry with its wide range of tire curing solutions since 1978. The product line consists of two main categories which are tire curing presses and tire curing molds. Uzer Makina has recently announced the official opening of its operations in the United States of America under the “Uzer Americas Trading Company Inc.” banner in Naples, Florida.

WACKER will be showcasing three new additive masterbatches for modifying biodegradable poly- esters at the 22nd International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber. Available as VINNEX® LA 2540, VINNEX® LA 2640 and VINNEX® LA 8040, these products are pelletized polymer blends consisting of vinyl acetate-based polymer resins and polylactic acid. They have the same effect as pure vinyl acetate-based resins, but are easier to handle and therefore particularly easy to process. This year’s K show will take place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from October 19 to 26.

Continental is delivering the seventh
generation of the successful premium tire, following several years of development. For the new summer tire, the
developers focused specifically on the most important customer requirement of maximum safety: “The new generation
is the flagship of our brand. Our objective was to develop the safest tire on the market, which offers our customers a
comfortable and carefree ride at all times – with the PremiumContact 7, we deliver peace of mind for the entire family,”
says Denise Sperl, director Research & Development Car Tires EMEA at Continental Tires.

Consolidating Coatex and Crayvallac® market leading range of additives presents Rheology and Specialty Additives offering to support
customers seeking high-performance and more sustainable solutions for a broad range of applications.
This new offering has a strong focus on providing solutions for more sustainable development such as biobased, lower carbon footprint products and water usage reduction. It will help formulators select the best materials to reach their performance and sustainability targets.

MAXAM Tire Europe announces that the AGRIXTRA range of agricultural tires has been approved on select CASE IH Luxxum, Maxxum, and Puma tractors.

Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced the launch of the all-new Firestone Firehawk AS V2 all-season ultra-high-performance tire designed to deliver exciting, sporty performance.

The Roadtour Connect PCV replaces Hercules’ two most popular touring tires – the Roadtour 855 SPE and the Roadtour 655 MRE. The new tire provides improved technology, more balanced performance and consistent treadwear coverage – with the manufacturer citing delivery of 70,000 miles (112,654km) across all sizes and speed ratings. The new tire will be available in 39 SKUs between 15in and 20in.