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Lanxess sustainable antioxidant Vulkanox HS Scopeblue produces longer-lasting tires
LANXESS’ new rubber additive Vulkanox HS Scopeblue supports tire manufacturers in producing more sustainable, longer-lasting tires and in achieving their sustainability goals. The antidegradant from the specialty chemicals company is the sustainable variant of the proven antioxidant Vulkanox HS (TMQ), which tire manufacturers use to effectively protect their products from adverse effects of oxygen and heat. The additive is also characterized by low volatility and low migration tendency.
NewtonWorks Corporation unveils new tool for rubber seals analysis in Europe
NewtonWorks Corporation announced the European launch of NewtonSuite eSeal, an easy-to-use tool designed to revolutionize rubber seal and weather strip analysis. Powered by ADINA, one of the world’s leading nonlinear analysis tools, eSeal supports engineering teams to perform highly accurate rubber seal and weather strip analysis involving contact, large deformations, and rubber—all within minutes.
Fictiv announces GlobalFlex solution for injection molding in North America
Fictiv announced GlobalFlex, an innovative injection molding solution engineered to mitigate global supply chain disruptions and optimize lowest landed costs. GlobalFlex integrates tooling inserts produced in China with Fictiv’s mold frames, assembled across next-generation manufacturing facilities in China, the U.S., and Mexico. The new offering leverages the speed and cost efficiencies of overseas production while enabling manufacturers to rapidly pivot to domestic production in response to shifts in demand or tariffs, for example.
Volkswagen’s all-electric ID.7 runs on Continental tires
Volkswagen’s all-electric ID.7 runs on the right Continental tires from the factory: the EcoContact 7 S has received exclusive worldwide original equipment approval in the 21-inch tire size. The EcoContact 7 S boasts maximum energy efficiency, low rolling noise, high mileage and powerful steering precision, making it an ideal tire solution for electric vehicles such as the ID.7.
Vanderbilt Chemicals and Prisma Colour partner for distribution of color masterbatches in North America
Prisma Colour, LLC partners with Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC as their NAFTA distributor of color masterbatches to the rubber and plastics industries. Vanderbilt Chemical’s knowledge and production optimization ensures the product meets your application needs at the lowest possible cost. Offering both standard and specialized color products with a high level of investment in both facilities and resources.
The Rubber Division extends scholarship deadline to April 1st
Akron, OH – The Rubber Division, ACS offers a Rubber Technology Training Award for an individual already in the rubber
Featured Articles
APDS: Novel additives for improving NR compounds with surface modified carbon black
Aminophenyl disulfides (APDS) are easier to handle and benefit even higher performance elastomers in combination with surface modified carbon blacks.
Mixing
Utilization of AI driven solutions for rubber compound formulation: A practical approach
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various industrial sectors has spurred remarkable progress in the field of manufacturing process development. This concept has been extended to polymer compound formulations, where AI techniques have been used to optimize rubber formulations as well. Furthermore, it is conceivable that mixtures of other polymers, such as TPEs, thermoplastic materials or polyurethane compounds, could be similarly treated. Advantages of employing AI driven tools include reduced development time, enhanced efficiency and increased accuracy.
Chemicals and Materials
Lanxess sustainable antioxidant Vulkanox HS Scopeblue produces longer-lasting tires
LANXESS’ new rubber additive Vulkanox HS Scopeblue supports tire manufacturers in producing more sustainable, longer-lasting tires and in achieving their sustainability goals. The antidegradant from the specialty chemicals company is the sustainable variant of the proven antioxidant Vulkanox HS (TMQ), which tire manufacturers use to effectively protect their products from adverse effects of oxygen and heat. The additive is also characterized by low volatility and low migration tendency.
Extrusion
Enhancing extruded automotive door seals
Friction induced noise in automotive door seals is mitigated with highly durable water-based coatings having a low coefficient of friction.
Silicone & Medical
U.S Medical Glove launches advanced glove-making machine in Illinois
U.S. Medical Glove Company is making history with the launch of the most advanced glove-making machine in the world. This state-of-the-art technology is revolutionizing self-reliance and reindustrializing American manufacturing, setting a new benchmark for efficiency, precision, and scalability.
Housed at their Harvard, IL facility, this groundbreaking machine represents a major leap forward in domestic production.
Oil, Gas & Energy
Advanced perfluoroelastomers: The preferred sealing solution for oil and gas
The technology for sealing has considerably advanced since it was first developed in the late 1800s. It is crucial to
Testing & Instruments
NewtonWorks Corporation unveils new tool for rubber seals analysis in Europe
NewtonWorks Corporation announced the European launch of NewtonSuite eSeal, an easy-to-use tool designed to revolutionize rubber seal and weather strip analysis. Powered by ADINA, one of the world’s leading nonlinear analysis tools, eSeal supports engineering teams to perform highly accurate rubber seal and weather strip analysis involving contact, large deformations, and rubber—all within minutes.
Molding
Maximizing mold utilization: The case for semi-permanent release agents
By varying the microstructure of a mold coating, it is possible to influence the surface appearance of a rubber part.
Thermoplastic Elastomers & Urethanes
Polyurethane with shape memory: From foil to foam
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP have developed a foil that changes into polyurethane foam (PU foam) when heated – entirely without health risks. The foil allows for isocyanate-free foaming, thus improving workplace safety. Additionally, it offers logistics advantages for storage and transportation. The material can be customized for various applications ranging from the automotive and construction industries to packaging.
Latex and Natural Rubber
U.S Medical Glove launches advanced glove-making machine in Illinois
U.S. Medical Glove Company is making history with the launch of the most advanced glove-making machine in the world. This state-of-the-art technology is revolutionizing self-reliance and reindustrializing American manufacturing, setting a new benchmark for efficiency, precision, and scalability.
Housed at their Harvard, IL facility, this groundbreaking machine represents a major leap forward in domestic production.
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