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Davis-Standard names Ching Gettman as president of DS Global Services
Davis-Standard announces the appointment of Ching Gettman as President of the Davis-Standard Global Services (DS Global Services) team.
With a proven track record of leadership and innovation, Ching is set to drive the growth and excellence of DS Global Services, bringing increased value to our customer base through focused service and support strategy execution.
Teijin Carbon Europe has been awarded ISCC PLUS certification
Teijin Carbon Europe has been awarded ISCC PLUS certification (Certificate Number: ISCC-PLUS-Cert-DE100-15897124). This ISCC PLUS certification covers Tenax™ Carbon Fiber produced at the Heinsberg-Oberbruch plant in Germany. This accreditation enables the Teijin Group to offer its customers sustainable products that contribute to circular economy. Teijin has selected the ISCC certification route as the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is an independent organization and the leading certification system in this field.
Continental name new head of sustainability for ContiTech
– Anne Windberg Baarup took over the management of the sustainability department for Continental’s group sector ContiTech on June 1, 2024. She is now responsible for the strategic direction and global management of sustainability activities for the company’s industrial business. In her new position, she reports directly to Claus Peter Spille, head of Operations at ContiTech. Baarup has been working for Continental for eight years in various functions. She has extensive experience in the areas of materials technology, HR and organizational development. Most recently, the 46-year-old was employed as head of Material Technology Solutions for Continental’s tire business, where she actively promoted the research into and implementation of sustainable materials.
Asahi Kasei to present functionalized HSBR and thermoplastic elastomer solutions at DKT
At the DKT 2024, Asahi Kasei will present its newly developed hydrogenated solution styrene butadiene rubber (HSBR). By applying selective hydrogenation, this material offers a remarkable combination of characteristics, as it retains some of the desirable properties of an SBR, such as good processability and compatibility, while also benefiting from an improved resistance to heat, aging, and chemicals due to the hydrogenation process.
Rodolfo Comerio wins the “Tire Manufacturing Innovation of the Year” award
RODOLFO COMERIO reached an important milestone: at the latest “Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence,” held in Hannover last March during the Tire Technology Exhibition, the company had the honor of being the first calendering line manufacturer in Italy and over the world to receive the coveted “Tire Manufacturing Innovation of the Year” award for its revolutionary patented “RC Calendar Quick-ChangeSystem”.
Continental tire plant in Hefei, China receives ISCC PLUS sustainability certification
The Continental tire plant in Hefei, China, recently became the company’s latest production site to receive the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS sustainability certification. The globally recognized standard certifies that Continental meets specific sustainability standards. It also confirms the transparency of the traceability of the raw materials used in the production process. Certification of the raw materials enables Continental to ensure the end-to-end traceability of the materials from sustainable sources. For the premium manufacturer, this is a further step on the way to 100 percent sustainable materials in its tire products by 2050 at the latest.
Featured Articles
Tire curing bladder technology
Improved quality compounds using optimized grades of compounded butyl rubber, conductive carbon blacks and resin vulcanization systems have contributed to incremental improvements in tire curing bladder performance, allowing optimization of bladder gauge and dimensions to facilitate rapid heat flow into the curing tire.
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
University of Michigan researchers leap toward carbon neutrality converting CO2 to methanol
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a catalyst material known as cobalt phthalocyanine that converts carbon dioxide—a significant driver of climate change—into renewable fuels such as methanol.
Published in the journal ACS Catalysis, U-M researchers studied using cobalt phthalocyanine as a catalyst to convert carbon dioxide into methanol through multiple reaction steps. The first step converts carbon dioxide (C02) into carbon monoxide (CO) and the second step converts the CO into methanol.
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
Liquid silicone rubber industry forecast to reach $10 billion by 2033
The liquid silicone rubber industry is expected to hold a valuation of US$ 6.9 billion in 2023. The market is expected to witness a 3.9% from 2023 to 2033. By 2033, the value is expected to cross US$ 10.1 billion according to Future Market Insights.
Oil, Gas & Energy
CIRCTEC to construct Europe’s largest end-of-life tire pyrolysis recycling in the Netherlands
Novo Holdings and A.P. Moller Holding have enabled a €150 million
fundraise for CIRCTEC by leading with a €75 million equity investment.
Financing includes €22.5 million of grants awarded by the Government of the Netherlands.
Testing & Instruments
Quantification of sulfur distribution on rubber surfaces via μ-x-ray fluorescence analysis
A measurement technique makes it possible to scan surfaces of several cm2 to show the distribution of different chemical elements.
Molding
Molecular Rebar with Aflas for improved physical properties
Molecular Rebar in Aflas FEPM, when used in an Aflas compound formulation, results in improved tear toughness and high temperature modulus retention.
Thermoplastic Elastomers & Urethanes
APS Elastomers introduces breakthrough high-temperature TPU product line
The new APS Elastomers high-temperature TPU product line boasts remarkable advancements, including an impressive increase of 40°C to 60°C in melting temperature. This significant enhancement not only expands the range of applications but also ensures superior performance under extreme conditions.
Latex and Natural Rubber
Natural rubber market forecast at $30 billion by 2033
The demand for natural rubber continues to rise due to its affordability, lightweight properties, and suitability for a wide range of applications. From insulating materials to tires for cars and airplanes, natural rubber remains indispensable across diverse sectors, driving its consumption to an estimated value of US$ 30,914.3 million by the end of 2033.
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