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Master Bond MasterSil 981-LO is a two component, addition cured silicone system designed for bonding, sealing, coating, and encapsulating applications. It meets NASA low outgassing specifications and features optical clarity, particularly in thin sections, making it well suited for aerospace, satellite, optical, and optoelectronic applications. The compound is 100% reactive, contains no solvents or diluents, and exhibits minimal shrinkage upon cure.

Struktol Company of America, LLC highlights its TR 451, a processing additive specifically designed for use in highly loaded mineral filled polyolefins. Engineered as an optimized blend of special oleo chemicals, TR 451 helps compounders meet demanding performance and cost targets in high-filler systems by improving homogenization and processing efficiency.

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it is supplying its GEOLANDAR A/T G94 tires as original equipment (OE) for Toyota Motor Corporation’s new Land Cruiser “FJ” SUV, which was launched as the latest model in the automaker’s Land Cruiser series. The Land Cruiser “FJ” was launched worldwide, and the GEOLANDAR A/T G94 tires are fitted to the Land Cruiser “FJ” sold in Asia*, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa.

Valmet introduces the Valmet DNAe Optimization Suite, a scalable software suite of optimization applications designed to improve plant performance and operational efficiency. It can be delivered to process plants using control systems supplied by Valmet as well as those from other providers.

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that it has begun supplying its ADVAN V61 and GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment (OE) for the new Trailseeker (European specification name: E-Outback) SUV-type battery electric vehicle (BEV) that Subaru Corporation first debuted in the U.S. in April 2025. The tires supplied in Japan and Europe are ADVAN V61 tires size 235/60R18 103H, and those supplied in North America are GEOLANDAR X-CV size 235/50R20 100V.

Linglong Tire Americas Inc. has officially taken its off-road tire portfolio off the pavement—and onto the rugged terrain of Red Rock Canyon—marking the company’s first-ever ride-and-drive experience. Set against a dramatic desert landscape of towering rock formations near Las Vegas, the event offered a fitting showcase for Linglong’s expanding lineup of off-road tires, purpose-built for the North American market.

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that two of its premium tire lines have been selected as original equipment for Mazda Motor Corporation’s all-new Mazda CX-5 crossover SUV, with fitments varying by global market.

Yokohama’s ADVAN V61 tires have been selected for the new Mazda CX-5 models sold in Japan, Europe and other international markets, while GEOLANDAR X-CV tires have been selected for CX-5 models sold in North America.

Shorter throughput times, lower error rates and more efficient use of skilled labor are key success factors for control cabinet and machine manufacturers. With their new partnership, LEIBINGER and KOMAX now offer a wire processing solution designed to address exactly these challenges: the powerful ZETA 620 G2 combines automated processing with integrated CIJ marking, helping manufacturers streamline operations and increase productivity.

Held under the theme of “Tread Boldly: Advancing Tire Recycling Through Collective Innovation,” the conference brings together manufacturers, distributors, retailers, recyclers, researchers, government leaders and environmental advocates who share a commitment to scaling proven ELT applications and unlocking new end-use demand. The diversity of stakeholders, spanning the full length and breadth of the ELT value chain, reflects the cross-sector collaboration the conference has championed throughout its more than 20-year history.

TechnoBiz, in partnership with PT Riset Perkebunan Nusantara, will host the inaugural Indonesia Rubber Expo 2026 alongside TechnoBiz Rubber Week 2026 from Oct. 27-29, 2026, at the IPB Convention Centre in Bogor.

The first-of-its-kind initiative in Indonesia will serve as a high-impact, integrated business and knowledge platform dedicated exclusively to the rubber industry.