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Simulation in Tyre Industry

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Country Focus: Guatemala

Challenges in the Carbon Black Market

Reasons for Using Performance Additives

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President K K Chowdhury

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Cover StoryManufacturing of Rice De-Husking RollsDr. Samir Majumdar lays out the salient points concerning dehusking rubber roller and the various properties that can add to maximising the efficiency levels.

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Simulation in Tyre Industry

Accuracy of simulated tests delaying implementation in tyre development, reports Bruce Meyer of Rubber and Plastic News.

Natural Rubber Consumption Increases 6.4%

Dr. M K Shanmuga Sundaram, Chairman and Executive Director, Rubber Board, presented a wide range of industry statistics about NR production during his address at the 176th meeting of the Rubber Board held at Ernakulam.

Moving in the Fast Lane

The tyre material market is projected to touch USD 91.23 billion by 2022. Increasing sales of vehicles along with the initiatives to decrease tyre weight are the significant factors that will drive the growth of the tyre material market, says a recently released report.

Guatemala: The Silent Advance of Industrial Rubber Tree Plantations

Here is a reproduction of a report about rubber plantation in Guatemala from Carlos Salvatierra, SAVIA, focal point of the Latin America Network against Tree Plantations (RECOMA) in Guatemala.

Carbon Black Market: Faced with Challenges

As per a report by Miles Moore in Rubber and Plastic News, the demand for carbon black is outstripping production across the world.

Microsoft Software Licensing Audit – Are You Ready?

This article from Benelec Infotech throws light on why it is important to adhere to Microsoft’s software licensing rules and how non-compliance can lead to financial and other risks.

How to Select a Continuous Level Sensor

Using a continuous level sensor to monitor the material level in your storage vessels can help your operation maintain efficiency—preventing costly process interruptions and keeping you up-to-date on your inventory level. This white paper by BinMaster’s Jenny Christensen and Todd Peterson is intended to help operations choose a continuous level sensor without having to wade through volumes of technical data. It will briefly describe the sensor types available, address the pros and cons of each type, and explain what information you need to gather before working with a sensor supplier.

Where is the Silicone Shortage Heading Toward?

Market forces have tightened silicone sector supply and spiked prices the world over. Kyle Brown, with contributions from Bruce Meyer and Chris Sweeney, staff of Rubber and Plastics News, takes stock of the global situation.

IRMRA offers Advanced Testing Methodologies

An upgraded instrumental lab to meet all advanced testing needs.

Putting the Right Foot Forward

Spurred by growth in the footwear industry, the polyurethane elastomers market will reach USD 16.63 billion by 2022, predicts a report by Markets and Markets.

Calendar of events and trade shows in the forthcoming months