The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that since November 2021 it has been supplying its BluEarth-XT AE61 and BluEarth-XT AE61 Z・P・S*1 tires to Toyota Motor Corporation for use as original equipment (OE) tires on an all-new Lexus NX, the first PHEV. The PHEV model is being fitted with 235/60R18 103H size tires
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HEXPOL TPE develops a customized material from the Dryflex Green family of biobased thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). The TPE has 55% biobased content. It has a high melt strength and drawability to easily produce foamed materials with a uniform foam structure. Foaming brings lightweight advantages and cushioning in applications such as mats, protective clothing, and seating
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According to ChemAnalyst report from Research and Markets, “Butyl Rubber Market Analysis: Plant Capacity, Production, Operating Efficiency, Technology, Demand & Supply, End-User Industries, Distribution Channel, Regional Demand, 2015-2030”. Butyl Rubber market witnessed a demand of around 1.4 million tons globally in 2020 and is anticipated to grow at a significant rate with a healthy CAGR of 3.9% until 2030 owing to its surging demand from the Automotive sector. Butyl Rubber is a synthetic polymer, produced by the copolymerization of isobutylene (98%) and isoprene (2%) therefore, also known as isobutylene-isoprene rubber (IIR Rubber). It comprises several significant properties such as chemical inertness, flexibility, low gas, and moisture permeability, good shock absorption, excellent weather & abrasion resistance, and resistance against ozone, and oxygen attack. All these properties of the elastomer make it an ideal material for inner tubes and high-pressure applications. In addition to inner tubes of tires, and high-pressure or vacuum tubes, it also finds applications in the production of wires and cables, gaskets, O-rings, Seals, diaphragms, Liners, hot melts, caulks, bottle closures, and weather stripping. It is also extensively used in adhesives and sealants as binders, and as modifiers. Moreover, it is a cost-effective material with a life span varying from 5-10 years
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Sheridan, WY – The global silicones and siloxanes market reached a value of US$ 15.1 Billion and US$ 8.8 Billion
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TechnoBiz is organizing online program “Executive Diploma 360 : Rubber Industry Technology & Management” with focus on Non-Tyre Products Manufacturing and Management. Registration for the year 2022 is now open.This program is a very unique program by combining Technology and Management principles of rubber industry.
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA – New Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA) President and CEO Darren Thomas has announced that Toby Beiner has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, overseeing both Falken Tires and Dunlop Motorcycle Tires, effective immediately.
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– For the sixth consecutive year, Dow has been recognized by the Business Intelligence Group™ with multiple 2022 BIG Innovation Awards. This honor is awarded to organizations and people who bring new ideas, big or small, to life. Dow also received three awards from the same organization in 2021.
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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced that Christian Gadzinski has been named senior director of Investor Relations. He reports to Christina Zamarro, vice president, Finance & Treasurer
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LANXESS is adding to its extensive range of polyurethane (PU) systems for the oil and gas industry with a new prepolymer: Adiprene® Degrade 80C AQ90A. It can be used to manufacture elastomer components that can be deployed in temporary challenging applications and break down by themselves in warm (from 50 to 93ºC) and wet environments after a defined period of time
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Falken Tires, one tire brand housed under Sumitomo Rubber North America, will return to the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross series as an official sponsor joining sister brand Dunlop Motorcycle Tires. The two brands will work together on a dual-branded activation at nine rounds of the exciting stadium and in-field racetrack series
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