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Fire Resistance of Concrete Can Be Enhanced by Adding Fibers from Old Tires

Scientists from the University of Sheffield have developed and successfully tested a new way of protecting concrete from fire damage using materials recycled from used tires.

20 Feb 2019

NSK Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage sector has been a long-held area of focus for NSK, which is one the world’s largest manufacturers of rolling bearings. Specific to this industry, NSK rolling bearings feature highly relevant design attributes such as rustproof materials, sealed construction and lifelong lubricants that are compatible with foodstuffs.

From NSK Europe Ltd. 19 Feb 2019

Polymers Pave Way for Wider Use of Recycled Tires in Asphalt

Each year, about 27 million tires end up in landfills, dumps and stockpiles, where they pose health and environmental hazards.

15 Feb 2019

Researchers Create Self-Healing, 3D-Printed Rubber Materials

Cracked toys or broken boots are often discarded, but instead of throwing these things away, it would be better to let them fix themselves.

6 Feb 2019

Researchers Develop a Method to Change Shape of Elastomeric Sheet Using Actuation

Mechanical systems like motors and engines depend on two main types of motions of stiff components.

5 Feb 2019

Colorite Launches More Grades in Cellene® TPE Product Line for Various Applications

Colorite, a Tekni-Plex business, has announced the expansion of its Cellene® thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds for healthcare and a wide variety of other applications such as foodservice, packaging component etc. The company has added 12 grades to its previously-available 28 TPE formulations.

From Colorite Paint Company Limited 23 Jan 2019

R.D. Abbott to Attend Plastics and Rubber in Automotive Conference

R.D. Abbott Co., Inc. (RDAbbott), a full-service elastomers supplier and materials science company, will showcase material advancements and process innovations for the transportation industry at the Plastics and Rubber in Automotive Conference in Novi, Michigan, on January 14 and 15.

From R.D. Abbott Company, Inc. 16 Jan 2019

RDAbbott to Distribute ARLANXEO HPE Nationwide

R.D. Abbott Co., Inc. (RDAbbott), a full-service elastomers supplier and materials science company, has signed a new distribution agreement with ARLANXEO, a world-leading synthetic rubber company, to expand its distribution of ARLANXEO’s High Performance Elastomers (HPE) nationwide to the continental United States.

From R.D. Abbott Company, Inc. 8 Jan 2019

Novel Plasma Treatment Enables Strong Adhesion of Polymers and Vulcanized Rubber to Other Materials

Polymers that contain plastics play a vital role in modern life. Since they are strong, lightweight, and unreactive, a wide array of technologies rely on them.

27 Dec 2018

New Shape-Shifting Material Shows Promise for Soft Robots and Biomedical Applications

Researchers from Rice University have developed a novel rubbery, shape-shifting material that is capable of morphing from one advanced form to another on demand.

21 Dec 2018

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Rubber and Elastomer News

Fire Resistance of Concrete Can Be Enhanced by Adding Fibers from Old Tires

NSK Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

Polymers Pave Way for Wider Use of Recycled Tires in Asphalt

Researchers Create Self-Healing, 3D-Printed Rubber Materials

Researchers Develop a Method to Change Shape of Elastomeric Sheet Using Actuation

Colorite Launches More Grades in Cellene® TPE Product Line for Various Applications

R.D. Abbott to Attend Plastics and Rubber in Automotive Conference

RDAbbott to Distribute ARLANXEO HPE Nationwide

Novel Plasma Treatment Enables Strong Adhesion of Polymers and Vulcanized Rubber to Other Materials

New Shape-Shifting Material Shows Promise for Soft Robots and Biomedical Applications

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

A Platform Approach to Scientific Data Flow Management: Everything You Need to Know

Advancing Laboratory Collaboration - Connexus®

Revontium™: Compact XRF Spectrometer

UV Cure Dielectric Sensor: Precision Monitoring for UV Cured Resins with Quick-Connect Fixture

Top Loading Furnaces From Deltech

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Enhancing Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Efficiency

How Isolation Works in a Simple Mass-Spring-Damper System

Fiber Orientation and Distribution Measurement in a Composite Polymer

Determining 31 Elements in Soil

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Rubber and Elastomer News

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

A Platform Approach to Scientific Data Flow Management: Everything You Need to Know

Advancing Laboratory Collaboration - Connexus®

1Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

2Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

3A Greener Way of Producing Ammonia

4Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

5New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

6Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

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