http://www.rubbernews.com/section/news http://www.rubbernews.com en-us Wed, 24 Apr 2019 08:57:24 EST 10 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190424/NEWS/190429983/lord-to-expand-germany-plant 20190424/NEWS/190429983 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190424/NEWS/190429995/adidas-introduces-fully-recyclable-running-shoe 20190424/NEWS/190429995 HERZOGENAURACH, Germany—Shoe and sportswear giant Adidas is introducing a new way for its customers to do running repeats, showing off what it says it the first 100 percent recyclable running shoe. Wed, 24 Apr 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429980/walt-ripple-leads-polyones-sustainability-efforts 20190423/NEWS/190429980 AVON LAKE, Ohio—As PolyOne's first-ever vice president of sustainability, Walt Ripple has gone back to school. Tue, 23 Apr 2019 14:45:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429976/mitsubishi-chemical-to-add-tpe-capacity-in-india 20190423/NEWS/190429976 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 14:56:43 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429978/james-walker-consolidates-north-american-operations 20190423/NEWS/190429978 GLENWOOD, Ill.—James Walker has launched a restructuring plan within its North American operations in a bid to grow its business and expand into new sectors. Tue, 23 Apr 2019 14:47:36 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429993/michelin-continental-earn-spots-on-forbes-best-large-employers-list 20190423/NEWS/190429993 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429988/vail-rubber-to-add-manufacturing-plant 20190423/NEWS/190429988 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429981/mazda-diesel-is-here-at-last-will-it-sell 20190423/NEWS/190429981 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 09:43:52 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429986/auto-makers-outline-the-key-to-healthy-supplier-relationships 20190423/NEWS/190429986 Trust and communication are the foundation of a strong relationship, and the auto maker/supplier dynamic is no different. Tue, 23 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429987/arburg-assures-u-k-customers-that-brexit-will-not-impact-support 20190423/NEWS/190429987 LOSSBURG, Germany—Injection molding press maker Arburg is reassuring customers in the United Kingdom that they will continue to receive support regardless of what happens during the Brexit process. Tue, 23 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190423/NEWS/190429989/3d-printing-is-strange-to-me-but-getting-familiar-to-manufacturers 20190423/NEWS/190429989 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429992/rural-areas-vie-for-mobility-grants 20190422/NEWS/190429992 HILLSBORO, N.D.—A speck on the map with a population 1,609, Hillsboro is a farming community that sits along Interstate 29 in the far eastern fringes of North Dakota. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 13:20:38 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429996/aptiv-firms-up-its-autonomous-vehicle-technology-ambitions-in-china 20190422/NEWS/190429996 TROY, Mich.—Global supplier Aptiv is securing a foothold for its self-driving technology in what may be the world's most lucrative autonomous vehicle market. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190419919/smithers-rapra-to-host-tire-component-webinar 20190422/NEWS/190419919 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429990/mearthane-buys-morris-broms-marking-fourth-acquisition-in-two-years 20190422/NEWS/190429990 CRANSTON, R.I.—Mearthane Products, a manufacturer of customized polyurethane and metal products, completed its acquisition of Morris & Broms. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 18:00:03 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429999/kobe-steel-takes-over-lamp-t-rubber-machinery-joint-venture 20190422/NEWS/190429999 TOKYO—Kobe Steel has acquired full ownership of its Indian joint venture L&T Kobelco Machinery. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429991/continental-expanding-south-carolina-tire-plant-again 20190422/NEWS/190429991 SUMTER, S.C.—Continental Tire the Americas broke ground on a new expansion at its growing Sumter facility to bring new technology to its North American tire production. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 17:52:04 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429997/chemours-partners-with-unienergy-technology 20190422/NEWS/190429997 WILMINGTON, Del.—Chemours entered into a strategic partnership with UniEnergy Technology, a redox flow battery manufacturer headquartered in Mukilteo, Wash. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190419920/healthcare-elastomers-conference-agenda-comes-together-with-addition 20190422/NEWS/190419920 CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio—The program for the inaugural Healthcare Elastomers Conference continues to take shape with the addition of two keynote presentations, one planned for each day of the two-day event. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190422/NEWS/190429994/column-help-us-find-the-best-places-to-work 20190422/NEWS/190429994 If you could have an advantage that may help you attract prospective employees, wouldn't that be something you'd want to utilize? Well, Rubber & Plastics News may just have that little something you're looking for. Mon, 22 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419921/will-import-duties-cause-shortage-of-tbr-tires 20190419/NEWS/190419921 Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:32:02 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419922/vibracoustic-adding-new-capacity-in-china 20190419/NEWS/190419922 Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:26:12 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419915/manufacturing-4-0-brings-opportunities-challenges-for-automotive 20190419/NEWS/190419915 NOVI, Mich.—As manufacturers move toward a more automated future, there are plenty of questions to work through, and a plethora of opportunities for those that can. Fri, 19 Apr 2019 17:29:08 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419923/editorial-ramp-d-units-must-balance-short-long-term-projects 20190419/NEWS/190419923 Focusing the efforts of research and development activities is a tough balancing act, as there are so many factors other than budget constraints that have to be accounted for. Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:23:28 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419926/recticel-seeks-clarifications-on-kingspan-acquisition-offer 20190419/NEWS/190419926 Fri, 19 Apr 2019 08:40:59 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419943/marangoni-ringtread-opens-fourth-location-in-india 20190419/NEWS/190419943 Fri, 19 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419925/european-passenger-tire-shipments-drop-but-truck-tire-shipments-up 20190419/NEWS/190419925 Fri, 19 Apr 2019 08:48:57 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190419/NEWS/190419924/bridgestone-monitoring-suppliers-sustainability 20190419/NEWS/190419924 Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:09:28 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419928/new-products-shimadzus-nexera-ultra-high-performance-liquid 20190418/NEWS/190419928 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 16:54:44 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419941/halcyon-agri-launching-independent-natural-rubber-council 20190418/NEWS/190419941 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419929/trelleborg-opens-new-combined-manufacturing-site 20190418/NEWS/190419929 AURORA, Ohio—Trelleborg Sealing Profiles U.S. welcomed visitors to a grand opening of its new 156,250-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility in Aurora. Thu, 18 Apr 2019 12:26:43 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419936/pirelli-sees-demand-for-noise-canceling-tire-system 20190418/NEWS/190419936 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419937/stucki-names-global-director-of-sap 20190418/NEWS/190419937 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419953/continental-appoints-john-cox-to-new-position 20190418/NEWS/190419953 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419933/column-why-runflats-continue-to-lag 20190418/NEWS/190419933 In a world where more vehicles are produced without spares, many thought runflats would have grown more by now. Thu, 18 Apr 2019 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419932/freudenberg-sealing-technologies-realigns-executive-roles 20190418/NEWS/190419932 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190418/NEWS/190419934/rubber-consultants-to-offer-new-testing-services 20190418/NEWS/190419934 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419938/eaton-completes-214-million-purchase-of-a-controlling-stake-in 20190417/NEWS/190419938 DUBLIN—Power management company Eaton said it has completed the acquisition of an 82 percent stake in switchgear maker Ulusoy Elektrik of Ankara, Turkey. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 12:13:14 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419939/kingspan-buying-recticels-insulation-flexible-foams-units 20190417/NEWS/190419939 KINGSCOURT, Ireland—Irish building material manufacturer Kingspan Group has made an offer to buy Recticel NV/SA's insulation and flexible foams divisions for $791 million. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 11:53:42 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419935/polyone-to-cut-jobs-after-flat-sales-lower-profit-in-first-quarter 20190417/NEWS/190419935 AVON LAKE, Ohio—Challenging financial results are leading PolyOne to reduce spending and to cut an unspecified number of jobs. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 14:47:45 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419947/expect-moderate-economic-cycle-for-mexico-in-2019 20190417/NEWS/190419947 The outlook for Mexico's economy is typically dependent on two dominant factors: the Mexican political cycle and the U.S. economic cycle. That certainly was true in 2018 and it will continue to prevail in 2019. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419940/giti-planning-to-reinvigorate-gt-radial-brand-in-north-america 20190417/NEWS/190419940 RICHBURG, S.C.—As the new kid in the North American manufacturing neighborhood, Giti Tire Manufacturing (USA) Ltd. has ambitious plans to make its mark in the regional tire market. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 15:15:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419930/wacky-world-of-rubber-kids-parents-are-among-rubber-industrys-best 20190417/NEWS/190419930 Some of the silicone industry's best ambassadors can be found in unlikely places: Playgrounds, school car pool lanes and grocery store check out lines. That's because few understand how important silicone products are to everyday life like parents. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 16:33:49 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419949/ohio-state-university-develops-rubber-reinforced-bioplastics 20190417/NEWS/190419949 COLUMBUS, Ohio—Researchers at Ohio State University have combined natural rubber with bioplastics to develop a "tough and flexible" biodegradable material. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419948/-dana-becomes-lead-investor-in-hyliion 20190417/NEWS/190419948 MAUMEE, Ohio—Dana Inc., like many automotive suppliers, is being proactive about the change it sees on the horizon. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419946/freudenberg-expects-difficult-trading-conditions-this-year 20190417/NEWS/190419946 Wed, 17 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419942/aurora-acquires-elastocon-for-fourth-deal-in-two-years 20190417/NEWS/190419942 Wed, 17 Apr 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190417/NEWS/190419944/henniges-names-larry-williams-ceo 20190417/NEWS/190419944 Wed, 17 Apr 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419958/katrina-cornish-to-advise-dandelion-rubber-startup 20190416/NEWS/190419958 WOOSTER, Ohio—Katrina Cornish has taken on the role of scientific adviser to a start-up hydroponic dandelion rubber company, Chicago-based American Sustainable Rubber. Tue, 16 Apr 2019 15:15:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419959/asahi-kasei-growing-in-mexico 20190416/NEWS/190419959 MEXICO CITY—Asahi Kasei is adding a third Mexican sales office while seeking a location for a compounding plant that the firm wants to open in 2021. Tue, 16 Apr 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419945/commerce-levies-antidumping-duties-on-chinese-steel-trailer-wheels 20190416/NEWS/190419945 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 17:18:10 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419961/nokian-signs-on-as-sponsor-for-rendezvan-event 20190416/NEWS/190419961 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419954/tianxi-tire-expanding-truck-bus-tire-capacity-in-china 20190416/NEWS/190419954 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419957/electric-vehicles-continue-to-grow-in-popularity-ihs-markit-research 20190416/NEWS/190419957 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419952/new-products-greene-tweed-launches-ultra-low-temperature-fkm 20190416/NEWS/190419952 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 11:07:56 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419956/national-tire-safety-week-set-for-may-20-27 20190416/NEWS/190419956 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190416/NEWS/190419955/bridgestone-wins-design-intellectual-property-case-in-china 20190416/NEWS/190419955 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419960/itc-makes-final-determination-in-thailand-rubber-band-case 20190415/NEWS/190419960 WASHINGTON—The U.S. International Trade Commission has voted 5-0 to make a final determination of material injury to the domestic rubber band industry because of imports from Thailand. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:55:59 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419964/vibracoustic-benteler-jv-focuses-on-chassis-development-for-electric 20190415/NEWS/190419964 DARMSTADT, Germany—Vibracoustic and chassis company Benteler International have created a joint venture to develop noise, vibration and ride harshness optimized chassis systems for electric vehicles. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419963/saint-gobain-vermont-reach-40-million-pfoa-settlement 20190415/NEWS/190419963 NORTH BENNINGTON, Va.—Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics will pay a "significant" portion of a $40 million-plus settlement with the state of Vermont to clean up groundwater pollution from a factory it operated in North Bennington, the state's Gov. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 10:19:34 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419968/caterpillar-honors-yokohama-tire-plant-with-supplier-award 20190415/NEWS/190419968 SANTA ANA, Calif.—Construction and farm equipment maker Caterpillar has recognized Yokohama's manufacturing facility in Onomichi, Japan for the seventh straight year with platinum level recertification in its Supplier Quality Excellence Process. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419962/west-pharmaceutical-services-listed-among-philadelphias-faces-of 20190415/NEWS/190419962 EXTON, Pa.—The Philadelphia Business Journal recognized West Pharmaceutical Services as a recipient of the 2019 Faces of Philanthropy award. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419966/mergers-and-acquisitions-shake-up-benefit-tire-industry 20190415/NEWS/190419966 HANOVER, Germany—Mergers and acquisitions definitely are a disruption in the tire and rubber industry, but they also serve many useful purposes, including the transfer of knowledge and technology. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419969/evenflo-feeding-creates-strategic-partnership-with-gosili 20190415/NEWS/190419969 WEST CHESTER, Ohio—Evenflo Feeding, an infant and juvenile feeding products brand, and GoSili, a manufacturer of sustainable silicone tablewear, have entered into an equity agreement. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419967/basf-to-launch-second-phase-of-mdi-production-facility 20190415/NEWS/190419967 BATON ROUGE, La.—BASF will proceed with the second phase of its production expansion for methylene diphenyl diisocyanate at its Geismar, La., chemical complex. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190415/NEWS/190419965/electric-vehicle-growth-will-impact-tire-manufacturing-smithers 20190415/NEWS/190419965 HANOVER, Germany—As the electrification of vehicles continues to make strides during the next decade, there will be a significant impact on the production of tires. Mon, 15 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419974/steelastic-completes-puzzle-with-new-system 20190412/NEWS/190419974 HANOVER, Germany—Machinery maker Steelastic has been a bit cryptic in its marketing efforts in recent weeks. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 09:38:46 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419970/pyrolyx-working-to-secure-5-year-supply-deal-with-continental 20190412/NEWS/190419970 MUNICH—Recovered carbon black producer Pyrolyx has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Continental to set up a supply agreement for its recycled product. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 16:14:35 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419971/acs-rubber-division-extends-abstract-submission-deadline-for 20190412/NEWS/190419971 FAIRLAWN—The ACS Rubber Division has extended the deadline to submit abstracts for its 196th Technical Meeting, which runs Oct. 8-10 as part of the International Elastomer Conference in Cleveland. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 15:12:28 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419972/photos-students-dive-into-science-math-careers-at-goodyear-stem 20190412/NEWS/190419972 AKRON—Sometimes, lesson plans burst into flame and go up in smoke. But that's a good thing. At least, it was on April 6, when Goodyear and the University of Akron partnered to present the 20th annual STEM Career Day. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 11:40:23 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419973/healthcare-co-expands-into-germany-profits-up-in-2018 20190412/NEWS/190419973 NANTONG, Jiangsu—Healthcare Co. has joined Red Star Macalline as one of two new Chinese shareholders in Germany-based bed products brand Long Life Basics. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 10:28:49 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419991/pirelli-names-new-commercial-director-for-united-kingdom-ireland 20190412/NEWS/190419991 Fri, 12 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419977/michelin-rolls-out-e-wild-tire-for-electric-mountain-bikes 20190412/NEWS/190419977 GREENVILLE, S.C.—Michelin North America has rolled out Michelin E-Wild, an electric mountain bike tire designed to provide strength and performance while helping to conserve battery life. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419975/latin-america-likely-to-see-polyurethane-sector-growth-through-2025 20190412/NEWS/190419975 Fri, 12 Apr 2019 08:48:18 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419978/french-tech-supplier-seeks-auto-applications-for-scent-detector 20190412/NEWS/190419978 Fri, 12 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190412/NEWS/190419976/china-remains-u-s-largest-trading-partner-for-tire-sector 20190412/NEWS/190419976 WASHINGTON—Despite measurably lower exports of passenger and light truck tires to the U.S. in 2018, China was the U.S.' largest trading partner in the tire sector for a second straight year, slightly ahead of Thailand. Fri, 12 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419983/new-products-flexicon-unveils-tight-drum-dumper-for-difficult 20190411/NEWS/190419983 BETHLEHEM, Pa.—Flexicon has introduced a Tip-Tite drum dumper, designed for use with poorly-flowing or agglomerated materials. Thu, 11 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419986/despite-lower-sales-u-s-auto-makers-continue-to-invest-in 20190411/NEWS/190419986 On one hand, U.S. auto sales are falling and anxieties are rising. On the other hand, the industry is feeling a fresh wind of bullishness. Thu, 11 Apr 2019 10:36:44 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419979/symbio-jv-to-push-fuel-cell-technology 20190411/NEWS/190419979 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 17:34:24 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419981/report-tire-materials-market-to-reach-100-billion-by-2028 20190411/NEWS/190419981 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 17:22:47 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419980/engel-introduces-wintec-to-mexico 20190411/NEWS/190419980 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 17:26:46 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419982/autonomous-vehicles-put-pressure-on-u-s-cities 20190411/NEWS/190419982 WASHINGTON—U.S. cities are trying to prepare for deployment of autonomous vehicles on their streets, but they face a lot of uncertainties, according to a transportation expert at the University of Virginia. Thu, 11 Apr 2019 11:31:50 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419987/auto-makers-suppliers-earn-new-technology-awards 20190411/NEWS/190419987 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419999/continentals-smart-conveyor-belts-help-canada-with-potash-transfer 20190411/NEWS/190419999 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419984/nhtsa-says-requiring-technology-id-tags-on-new-tires-is-feasible 20190411/NEWS/190419984 WASHINGTON—Electronic tire identification, based on tire identification numbers and implemented through either radio frequency identification or two-dimensional barcodes, is technologically feasible in all new tires. Thu, 11 Apr 2019 11:22:29 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419985/newage-rolls-out-reinforced-hose-for-craft-brewers 20190411/NEWS/190419985 SOUTHAMPTON, Pa.—NewAge Industries added a new style of reinforced hose to its BrewSavor product line. Thu, 11 Apr 2019 10:45:55 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190411/NEWS/190419990/kraton-expands-cariflex-production-in-brazil 20190411/NEWS/190419990 PAULINIA, Brazil—Kraton's planned expansion of Cariflex polyisoprene production at its Paulinia facility is an acknowledgment of the growing demand for Cariflex, according to the Houston-based company. Thu, 11 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419989/wacky-world-of-rubber-protecting-auburns-dugouts 20190410/NEWS/190419989 Opening Day is one of my favorite sports events of the year because it means baseball is back. Wed, 10 Apr 2019 15:19:36 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419988/expect-slow-growth-in-u-s-housing-market-in-2019 20190410/NEWS/190419988 The good news is the U.S. Census Bureau is steadily recovering from the effects of the shutdown. The bad news is its latest data shows the number of houses started in the U.S. in December fell to 71,700 units. Wed, 10 Apr 2019 15:22:01 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190409940/continental-silicone-insulation-system-wins-hanover-messe-2019 20190410/NEWS/190409940 HANOVER, Germany—Continental's silicone rubber-based insulation system, Conti Thermo Protect, received the Industrial Energy Efficiency Award at the Hanover Messe 2019. Wed, 10 Apr 2019 15:15:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419992/elementis-names-maroon-group-distributor 20190410/NEWS/190419992 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 14:16:15 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419996/arlanxeo-appoints-new-ceo 20190410/NEWS/190419996 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:03:59 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419994/suppliers-must-keep-their-innovation-pipelines-full-no-matter-what 20190410/NEWS/190419994 DETROIT—Auto makers depend heavily on suppliers for the innovations that help sell vehicles. Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:51:21 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419995/goodyear-to-expand-otr-tire-capacity-at-luxembourg-factory 20190410/NEWS/190419995 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:33:44 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419998/gelest-appoints-chief-operating-officer 20190410/NEWS/190419998 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419993/usc-researchers-develop-self-healing-rubber 20190410/NEWS/190419993 LOS ANGELES—Self-healing shoes, toys and potentially even tires are within reach, thanks to 3D-printed polymers developed by researchers at the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering. Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:58:59 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190410/NEWS/190419997/rubber-amp-plastics-news-gets-new-office-address 20190410/NEWS/190419997 CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio—As of April 1 we've moved to a new location in Cuyahoga Falls along the riverfront of the Cuyahoga River. Wed, 10 Apr 2019 09:49:02 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409964/new-products-griswold-introduces-flame-resistant-natural-rubber 20190409/NEWS/190409964 MOOSUP, Conn.—Griswold recently launched FlameSafe, a new line of continuous natural rubber sponges that it claims is the first to meet UL HB flame rating specification. Tue, 9 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409941/michelin-unveils-bfgoodrich-highway-control-truck-tires 20190409/NEWS/190409941 LOUISVILLE, Ky.—Michelin North America's BFGoodrich brand has added a pair of commercial truck tires, the Highway Control S and T, designed for use in long-haul, tanker, refrigerated and dry-van truckload applications. Tue, 9 Apr 2019 10:55:36 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409943/kedar-murthy-leaves-michelin-owned-lehigh-technologies-for-boston 20190409/NEWS/190409943 BEDFORD, Mass.—Kedar Murthy has left his position as vice president and general manager of Lehigh Technologies, to take a senior management role at Boston Materials. Tue, 9 Apr 2019 15:15:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409942/aaa-says-experience-education-will-aid-consumer-acceptance-of 20190409/NEWS/190409942 ORLANDO, Fla.—More than two-thirds of Americans of driving age are afraid to ride in fully self-driving vehicles, according to information gathered by AAA, reflecting a number of high-profile automated vehicle incidents in the past year. Tue, 9 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409937/column-ev-fever-i-just-dont-get-it 20190409/NEWS/190409937 The auto industry, with the help of some national governments around the world, is rapidly plunging into a massive bet on vehicle electrification with little or no consumer demand. Tue, 9 Apr 2019 17:20:18 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409938/astm-international-seeks-papers-for-october-symposium 20190409/NEWS/190409938 Tue, 9 Apr 2019 17:16:56 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409939/goodyear-branches-out-to-address-new-mobility-trends 20190409/NEWS/190409939 Tue, 9 Apr 2019 17:01:43 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409946/west-pharmaceutical-builds-presence-in-india-south-korea 20190409/NEWS/190409946 BENGALURU, India—West Pharmaceutical Services opened a new digital technology center in Bengaluru and expanded its presence in South Korea. Tue, 9 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409944/nexen-to-begin-trial-production-at-czech-tire-plant 20190409/NEWS/190409944 Tue, 9 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190409/NEWS/190409945/ustma-recognizes-members-achievements-in-worker-safety 20190409/NEWS/190409945 Tue, 9 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409953/sumitomo-expansion-begins-operation-at-brazil-tire-plant 20190408/NEWS/190409953 FAZENDA, Brazil—Sumitomo Rubber Industries' Brazilian subsidiary has initiated production of truck and bus tires at its plant in Fazenda following a $133 million, three-year expansion project. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 10:59:49 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409954/study-finds-that-balloons-kill-more-seabirds-than-hard-plastics 20190408/NEWS/190409954 HOBART, Tasmania—Balloons are more deadly than hard plastics for seabirds, according to a new Australian study. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 10:46:06 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409948/continental-expands-rdt-master-tire-line-with-cut-resistant-tread 20190408/NEWS/190409948 HANOVER, Germany—Continental has developed a polymer-meshing system that it's using to produce a cut-resistant tread compound for a new line of RDT-Master tires for rigid dump trucks. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 16:17:25 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409951/yokohama-expands-advan-tire-line-with-addition-of-fleva-v701 20190408/NEWS/190409951 SANTA ANA, Calif.—Yokohama Tire is expanding its Advan ultra-high-performance tire line with the Fleva V701, a V and W speed-rated summer tire targeted at car owners looking to "elevate" their driving experience. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 12:13:36 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409949/two-cooper-standard-executives-recognized-with-leadership-awards 20190408/NEWS/190409949 NOVI, Mich.—Two executives with Cooper Standard have been recognized by different publications for their leadership. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409947/early-bird-deadline-approaching-for-healthcare-elastomers-conference 20190408/NEWS/190409947 AKRON—April 19 is the early bird registration deadline for the inaugural Healthcare Elastomers Conference, a two-day event that will highlight new technologies, trends and ideas in elastomer design and function within the medical community. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 16:22:03 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409950/ohio-sens-sherrod-brown-rob-portman-introduce-bill-to-make-work 20190408/NEWS/190409950 WASHINGTON—Ohio's two senators, Republican Rob Portman and Democrat Sherrod Brown, have introduced the Work Opportunity Tax Credit & Jobs Act to give permanent status to the Work Opportunity Tax Credit. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 14:55:58 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190408/NEWS/190409952/ustma-elects-four-to-board-of-directors 20190408/NEWS/190409952 WASHINGTON—The board of directors of the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association has elected four new board members. Mon, 8 Apr 2019 12:05:34 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409959/eriez-appoints-director-of-sales-and-product-management 20190405/NEWS/190409959 ERIE, Pa.—Eriez-USA has named Jeff Kaveney director of sales and product management. Fri, 5 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409957/borealis-starts-up-tpo-compounding-unit-in-u-s 20190405/NEWS/190409957 TAYLORSVILLE, N.C.—Borealis has started up a compounding plant in Taylorsville. Fri, 5 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190329942/rubber-amp-plastics-news-searches-for-best-places-to-work 20190405/NEWS/190329942 AKRON—Rubber & Plastics News is launching a search to identify the Best Places to Work in the rubber industry. Fri, 5 Apr 2019 14:45:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409958/trac-summit-scheduled-for-june-11 20190405/NEWS/190409958 Fri, 5 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409956/arpm-2018-a-mixed-year-for-rubber-firms 20190405/NEWS/190409956 More than 80 percent of rubber product manufacturers faced an increase in raw materials pricing in 2018, more than double that did in 2017, according to the Association for Rubber Products Manufacturers. Fri, 5 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409960/arpm-updates-radial-lip-type-shaft-terminology 20190405/NEWS/190409960 Fri, 5 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409961/trelleborg-to-open-anti-vibration-plant-in-india 20190405/NEWS/190409961 BENGALURU, India—Trelleborg's anti-vibration solutions operation is set to open a production facility in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru later this month. Fri, 5 Apr 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190405/NEWS/190409962/editorial-work-still-remains-for-goodyear-to-improve-safety 20190405/NEWS/190409962 A little more than two years have passed since the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry's Occupational Safety and Health program signed a joint settlement with Goodyear and the United Steelworkers to settle a whole array of violations stemming from... Fri, 5 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409969/r-d-abbott-rubber-division-video-celebrates-impact-of-rubber-on 20190404/NEWS/190409969 CERRITOS, Calif.—Where in the world would we be without rubber? That's a question that R.D. Abbott and the ACS Rubber Division set out to answer in a promotional video titled "Rubber: It's Not Just Tires." Thu, 4 Apr 2019 13:03:31 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409973/yokohama-rolls-out-geolandar-tire-for-luxury-suv-market 20190404/NEWS/190409973 SANTA ANA, Calif.—Yokohama Tire is adding a crossover-specific aftermarket version of its Geolandar light truck tire line, aimed at owners of luxury SUVs and crossovers. Thu, 4 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409963/new-products-grieve-unveils-class-100-clean-room-oven 20190404/NEWS/190409963 ROUND LAKE, Ill.—Grieve has developed a 500F oven for Class 100 clean rooms. Thu, 4 Apr 2019 16:23:39 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409965/leoni-to-reduce-work-force-seek-possible-divestments-to-stabilize 20190404/NEWS/190409965 NUREMBERG, Germany—German automotive cables specialist Leoni is planning to lay off as many as 2,000 workers in a bid to stabilize its business after reporting a persistently poor performance. Thu, 4 Apr 2019 16:11:05 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409972/auto-sales-drop-3-1-saar-jumps-to-17-42-million 20190404/NEWS/190409972 The auto industry headed into the key spring selling season on a down note, with U.S. sales falling 3.1 percent in March. Thu, 4 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409967/continental-to-add-capacity-at-its-south-carolina-tire-plant 20190404/NEWS/190409967 SUMTER, S.C.—Continental Tire the Americas is expanding its plant in Sumter to accommodate production of the company's ContiSeal puncture-sealing and ContiSilent noise-absorbing passenger tire lines. Thu, 4 Apr 2019 14:02:11 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409968/goodyear-inspires-next-generation-of-scientists-engineers-with 20190404/NEWS/190409968 Thu, 4 Apr 2019 13:04:18 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409970/trinseo-reaches-marketing-distribution-agreement-with-grolman 20190404/NEWS/190409970 Thu, 4 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190404/NEWS/190409971/sick-forms-sensor-technology-partnership-with-autocoding-systems 20190404/NEWS/190409971 Thu, 4 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409978/firestone-industrial-reaches-safety-milestone 20190403/NEWS/190409978 NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Firestone Industrial Products, a developer of technology to eliminate vibration, achieved 4 million hours without a lost-time injury. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 12:12:18 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409976/bridgestone-enhances-fleet-operations-management-with-tom-tom 20190403/NEWS/190409976 BRUSSELS—Bridgestone Europe has completed the $1 billion acquisition of Amsterdam-based TomTom Telematics. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 13:08:12 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409989/military-veteran-named-goodyears-2019-highway-hero 20190403/NEWS/190409989 LOUISVILLE, Ky.—U.S. military veteran Paul Mathias was selected as this year's recipient of the Goodyear Highway Hero Award, which honors truck drivers who risk injury to help others. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409974/wacky-world-of-rubber-keep-rolling-with-rubber-band-marble-bumpers 20190403/NEWS/190409974 Rubber bands can be used to power a lot of homemade toys, some of which we've covered here. But sometimes it can be just as fun to see rubber bands work in concert with gravity. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 15:02:56 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409975/trelleborg-earns-certification-for-fireproofing-tiles 20190403/NEWS/190409975 TRELLEBORG, Sweden—Trelleborg's Offshore unit received DNV-GL type certification for Vikodeck HF, its hydrocarbon fireproofing tiles. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 13:47:14 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409977/engel-opens-second-location-in-mexico 20190403/NEWS/190409977 Wed, 3 Apr 2019 13:04:37 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409980/rubber-division-seeking-abstracts-for-fall-technical-meeting 20190403/NEWS/190409980 Wed, 3 Apr 2019 10:58:50 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409979/norway-bank-drops-halcyon-agri-from-investment-list 20190403/NEWS/190409979 OSLO, Norway—Norges Bank will not be investing in natural rubber supply group Halcyon Agri due to it being "responsible for serious environmental damage," Norway's central bank alleges. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 10:59:32 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190403/NEWS/190409986/linglong-tire-factory-to-take-shape-in-serbia 20190403/NEWS/190409986 ZRENJANIN, Serbia—China's Shandong Linglong Tire has laid a ceremonial corner stone for its greenfield tire factory project in Zrenjanin. Wed, 3 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409990/renault-dupont-form-formula-1-strategic-partnership 20190402/NEWS/190409990 WILMINGTON, Del.—Renault Sport Racing and DuPont, the DowDuPont specialty products division, have entered a multi-year technical partnership to advance the Formula 1 and other racing programs. Tue, 2 Apr 2019 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409983/german-researchers-claim-synthetic-rubber-breakthrough 20190402/NEWS/190409983 POTSDAM, Germany—Researchers in Germany have developed a polyisoprene synthetic rubber that achieves 30 to 50 percent less abrasion than natural rubber, according to the Fraunhofer Institutes for Applied Polymer Research IAP. Tue, 2 Apr 2019 15:25:59 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409985/dow-ready-to-reclaim-solo-spotlight 20190402/NEWS/190409985 MIDLAND, Mich.—Dow is about to make its debut on the Dow Jones Industrial Average, replacing DowDuPont, as the Midland-based giant breaks up into three smaller companies. Tue, 2 Apr 2019 10:48:49 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409981/new-products-akrochem-unveils-mansil-175g-high-dispersing-silica 20190402/NEWS/190409981 Tue, 2 Apr 2019 15:44:23 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409982/etrma-applauds-inclusion-of-commercial-vehicles-in-eus-tpms 20190402/NEWS/190409982 Tue, 2 Apr 2019 15:31:59 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409988/construction-of-nokians-tennessee-tire-factory-on-schedule 20190402/NEWS/190409988 DAYTON, Tenn.—Eighteen months after breaking ground on its first North American tire facility, Nokian Tyres is on schedule to begin producing tires commercially by early 2020. Tue, 2 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409987/mte-engineered-materials-looks-to-add-factory 20190402/NEWS/190409987 Tue, 2 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409991/3m-adds-to-adhesives-line-for-wearable-medical-devices 20190402/NEWS/190409991 ST. PAUL, Minn.—3M has added another adhesive grade to its extended wear medical transfer line. Tue, 2 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190402/NEWS/190409984/cooper-standard-completes-avs-divestiture-to-continental 20190402/NEWS/190409984 NOVI, Mich.—Cooper Standard has completed the divestiture of its anti-vibration systems business to Continental for $265.5 million, subject to certain adjustments. Tue, 2 Apr 2019 11:15:46 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190329966/general-motors-to-invest-2-7-billion-in-brazil 20190401/NEWS/190329966 DETROIT—General Motors plans to invest $2.65 billion in two of its Brazilian plants to build "several new products" over the next five years, the company said recently. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190409993/challenges-remain-for-women-executives 20190401/NEWS/190409993 NAPLES, Fla.—The calendar says 2019, but women executives still face challenges in the rubber and plastics industries. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190409992/continental-inaugurates-tire-plant-in-thailand 20190401/NEWS/190409992 RAYONG, Thailand—Continental's car and light truck tire plant in Rayong has started production on schedule, two years after the company broke ground on the $265 million project. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 14:48:32 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190409996/vehicle-subscriptions-off-to-rocky-start-but-still-have-a-future 20190401/NEWS/190409996 The Book by Cadillac vehicle subscription service had skittered along for more than a year when General Motors executives shuttered the venture in November. Few customers bit at the service's $1,800 per month price. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190409998/silikomart-lsr-molds-allegedly-copied-again 20190401/NEWS/190409998 MELLAREDO Di PIANIGA, Italy—A line of liquid silicone rubber food molds again has earned unwanted attention. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190409994/maroon-group-adds-midwest-account-manager 20190401/NEWS/190409994 Mon, 1 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190329965/qamp-a-borgwarner-ceo-frederic-lissalde-dicusses-changing-global 20190401/NEWS/190329965 AUBURN HILLS, Mich.—Frederic Lissalde, 51, who took over as CEO of BorgWarner last year, says the company has a key advantage over competitors in being able to adjust quickly to changing global markets. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190401/NEWS/190409997/tight-tire-supply-impacting-rebound-in-mining-sector 20190401/NEWS/190409997 The mining tire market is enjoying continued growth in sales as the mining industry rebounds in the U.S. supported by favorable government policies. Mon, 1 Apr 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329952/new-lsr-technology-showcased-at-compamed 20190329/NEWS/190329952 DUESSELDORF, Germany—New applications for liquid silicone rubber offer the potential to avoid invasive surgery. But development of the in-situ cure implant technology will take time. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329976/rubber-plastics-news-to-honor-rubber-industrys-best-places-to-work 20190329/NEWS/190329976 AKRON—Rubber & Plastics News is launching a search to identify the Best Places to Work in the rubber industry. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 15:45:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329927/etrma-welcomes-progress-on-new-tire-label-regulation 20190329/NEWS/190329927 Fri, 29 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329929/on-the-alert-but-no-ominous-signs-of-recession 20190329/NEWS/190329929 Most of the important U.S. economic data for the month of March will not be available for a few more weeks, but we have enough to know that the pace of growth in the U.S. economy slowed noticeably in the first quarter of this year. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329943/covestro-carnegie-mellon-pittsburgh-penguins-team-up-to-make-hockey 20190329/NEWS/190329943 Covestro is working with Carnegie Mellon University and the Pittsburgh Penguins of the NHL to improve the safety of the sport. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329941/scrap-tire-research-and-education-foundation-sets-2019-conference 20190329/NEWS/190329941 GREENVILLE, S.C.—The Scrap Tire Research and Education Foundation will host its 8th Biennial Scrap Tire Conference for Dec. 4-5 in Greenville. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190409995/endurica-forms-partnership-for-adhesives-research 20190329/NEWS/190409995 Fri, 29 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329951/cimcorp-to-establish-office-in-india 20190329/NEWS/190329951 Fri, 29 Mar 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190329/NEWS/190329953/summit-focuses-on-laser-marking-foam-industry-4-0 20190329/NEWS/190329953 MILAN—Laser marking liquid silicone rubber was demonstrated at the Silicone Elastomers Summit, sponsored by Smithers Rapra, in Milan. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329936/qamp-a-magna-international-cto-swamy-kotagiri-explores-future-of 20190328/NEWS/190329936 TROY, Mich.—Swamy Kotagiri, chief technology officer for the world's third largest auto supplier, Ontario-based Magna International, is focused not just on cars, but the process of making cars. Thu, 28 Mar 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329933/hubner-to-build-plant-in-tennessee 20190328/NEWS/190329933 DUNLAP, Tenn.—Hubner is getting ready to expand its rubber manufacturing presence in the U.S. Thu, 28 Mar 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329939/camso-highlights-anti-shock-tire-properties-in-animated-video 20190328/NEWS/190329939 MAGOG, Quebec—Camso has released a tongue-in-cheek video to help educate the general public on static electricity hazards linked to non-marking forklift tires. Thu, 28 Mar 2019 12:45:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329931/apollo-launches-vredestein-brand-all-weather-uhp-tire-line 20190328/NEWS/190329931 BADEN-BADEN, Germany—Apollo Vredestein has launched a Vredestein-brand tire line it's calling the first all-weather tire designed for the ultra-high performance segment. Thu, 28 Mar 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329930/arpm-partners-with-upstart-group 20190328/NEWS/190329930 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329932/new-products-southworth-develops-lift-table-for-palletizing 20190328/NEWS/190329932 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329926/german-supplier-zf-agrees-to-pay-7-billion-for-wabco 20190328/NEWS/190329926 AUDERGHEM, Belgium—Trucking parts supplier Wabco Holdings confirmed that it would sell itself to German rival ZF Friedrichshafen for more than $7 billion. Thu, 28 Mar 2019 12:13:58 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329928/saudi-aramco-to-purchase-majority-stake-in-sabic 20190328/NEWS/190329928 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 10:04:31 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190328/NEWS/190329937/comments-on-proposed-overtime-rule-accepted-until-may-21 20190328/NEWS/190329937 WASHINGTON—Interested parties have until May 21 to submit comments to the U.S. Department of Labor on the agency's proposed changes to overtime pay regulations. Thu, 28 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329935/momentive-addressing-network-security-breach 20190327/NEWS/190329935 WATERFORD, N.Y.—MPM Holdings has reported a network security breach, saying it is working on resuming normal operations as soon as possible. Wed, 27 Mar 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329934/prometeon-expands-truck-bus-tire-offerings-with-launch-of-anteo-brand 20190327/NEWS/190329934 MILAN—Prometeon Tyre Group, the former Pirelli industrial tire business, has launched a new truck and bus tire brand globally. Wed, 27 Mar 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329944/dynamic-secures-new-facility 20190327/NEWS/190329944 DES PLAINES, Ill.—Dynamic Rubber is moving into its fourth new space since the company's beginning in 2002. Wed, 27 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329963/carbon-black-maker-yaroslavl-expands-production-in-russia 20190327/NEWS/190329963 Wed, 27 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329940/wacky-world-of-rubber-the-tread-act-works 20190327/NEWS/190329940 My car got a flat tire this past Sunday and I suspect my initial reaction was different than most anyone facing the same situation. Believe it or not, the first thing that came to mind was this: "Wow. The TREAD Act worked perfectly for me." Wed, 27 Mar 2019 07:45:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329938/tirehub-joint-venture-faces-challenges-as-it-grows 20190327/NEWS/190329938 ATLANTA—Combining two legacy brands, such as Goodyear and Bridgestone, into a cohesive joint operation is a challenge that requires collaboration and logistics. Just ask TireHub CEO Peter Gibbons. Wed, 27 Mar 2019 10:48:36 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190409999/michelin-expands-bike-tire-distribution-partnership-with-hcl 20190327/NEWS/190409999 Wed, 27 Mar 2019 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329964/texas-two-step-drive-ai-focuses-self-driving-tests-in-arlington 20190327/NEWS/190329964 FRISCO, Texas—Drive.Ai has reached a crossroads with its self-driving test program. Wed, 27 Mar 2019 09:45:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190327/NEWS/190329945/goodyear-makes-workplace-safety-strides-at-virginia-tire-plant 20190327/NEWS/190329945 DANVILLE, Va.—Two years after reaching a settlement with Virginia regarding the accidental deaths of four workers at its Danville plant, Goodyear said it is progressing with creating a safer work environment at the facility. Wed, 27 Mar 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329946/titan-to-spend-up-to-25-million-to-repurchase-shares 20190326/NEWS/190329946 QUINCY, Ill.—Titan International's board of directors has authorized spending up to $25 million for a share repurchase program but did not commit the company to any specific volume or timetable. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329962/engel-optimistic-despite-expected-slower-sales 20190326/NEWS/190329962 SCHWERTBERG, Austria—Officials for machinery maker Engel Holding expect final sales numbers for 2018 will see the company surpass 2017 results, but they expect slowing sales in 2019. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329950/semperit-shifts-focus-to-reorganization-of-sempermed 20190326/NEWS/190329950 VIENNA—Semperit is turning its focus to restructuring its Sempermed medical segment. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329948/fukoku-adds-more-production-in-u-s 20190326/NEWS/190329948 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 15:15:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329954/weston-liquid-phosphite-antioxidants-granted-fda-approval-extension 20190326/NEWS/190329954 SCHENECTADY, N.Y.—SI Group's Weston 705 and 705T liquid phosphite antioxidants have been granted an extension of existing approvals by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329947/incoming-michelin-ceo-florent-menegaux-establishes-executive 20190326/NEWS/190329947 CLERMONT-FERRAND, France—Michelin's in-coming CEO Florent Menegaux has named nine senior managers to his executive committee, including Scott Clark, executive vice president of automotive business management, motorsport and experiences in the... Tue, 26 Mar 2019 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329949/fakuma-considering-schedule-shift-for-2020-show 20190326/NEWS/190329949 FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany—Europe's second biggest plastics industry show, Fakuma, is reviewing the length of the next edition of the show, scheduled for October 2020. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 11:28:30 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329955/new-products-wacker-debuts-pyrogenic-silica 20190326/NEWS/190329955 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329961/ford-flip-flops-on-manufacturing-electric-autonomous-cars-in-michigan 20190326/NEWS/190329961 DETROIT—Ford has changed its mind twice about what kinds of vehicles will roll out of its plant in Flat Rock, Mich., within the next few years. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.rubbernews.com/article/20190326/NEWS/190329958/gates-changes-formulation-for-new-belt 20190326/NEWS/190329958 DENVER—Gates Industrial is moving to ethylene elastomer for the next generation of its high-torque synchronous belt for industrial markets, the PowerGrip GT4. Tue, 26 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0400