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Nokian Tyres has signed a development agreement with a Swedish biomaterial science company Reselo AB to further develop their renewable material Reselo Rubber as a potential new raw material in tires. Reselo Rubber is a completely renewable material made from birch bark sourced from the residue of the global pulp, paper and plywood industry. The aim of the cooperation agreement now signed is to develop the material further to adapt it for commercial tire production.

End-of-life tires (ELTs) represent a significant environmental challenge globally, with over 1 billion tires produced and discarded each year. Their durability and complex composition, which includes a mix of rubber compounds, metals, textiles, and fillers, make them particularly difficult to recycle. Traditional disposal methods like incineration and landfilling not only fail to recover valuable materials but also contribute to environmental degradation. As the world seeks more sustainable recycling practices, pyrolysis—a process of thermal decomposition in an inert atmosphere—has emerged as a promising alternative. This method allows for the recovery of valuable products such as recovered carbon black (rCB) and tire pyrolysis oil (TPO), including limonene, a solvent derived from the degradation of rubber components. However, achieving consistent, high-quality outputs through pyrolysis requires careful control of both feedstock characteristics and process parameters.

Smithers has announced the agenda for its upcoming Sustainability in Tires 2024 conference, scheduled for October 14-16, 2024, at the Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Pudong, Shanghai. This event will provide a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange among tire manufacturers, suppliers, regulators, and sustainability advocates. This annual conference serves as a forum for engineers, scientists, users, decision-makers, policymakers, and advocates to learn about innovations that will shape the industry's future. By effectively communicating knowledge and research, participants can influence practices and policies, inspiring innovation at all levels.

Pascal Klein, CEO of Pyrum Innovations AG: “Both systems are running so well that we are now focussing on the 100% performance test of TAD 2 and TAD 3. We are very satisfied and proud of our entire team, which is doing an exceptional job. We have learnt a lot over the last eight months, so that we can look to the future with confidence and better plan and therefore shorten future start-ups. At this point, it is important to mention once again that during commissioning of this kind, all system components are gradually pushed to their limits before they run at 100% together. This ensures the safety of our employees and our systems.

Pyrum Innovations AG, in collaboration with Schwalbe, has reached a significant milestone in their tire recycling program, with 1,000,000 bicycle tires successfully collected, recycled, and reintroduced into the material cycle. This achievement highlights the effective partnership between the two companies in advancing sustainable solutions within the circular economy.

The TRRAI Conclave 2024, organized by The Tyre & Rubber Recycling Association of India, will take place this week. Franklin Raj, the pyrolysis business analyst, will participate in the Conference on behalf of Weibold’s team. If you would like to meet with Franklin Raj, discuss pyrolysis technologies, business opportunities, or Weibold's consulting services and products, please send your inquiry at franklin@weibold.com.

Orion S.A. will showcase its high-performance conductive additive portfolio at the IWCS 2024 Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum, highlighting products like PRINTEX® kappa 60, designed for wire-and-cable applications. These additives extend cable service life by improving conductivity, surface smoothness, and UV protection.

In Amsterdam, The Netherlands across the 5-6 November 2024 the Recovered Carbon Black Europe conference, promises to be an exceptional gathering of industry leaders, innovators and experts, all converging to explore the latest advancements and breakthroughs in the dynamic realm on rCB. Organised by Smithers, this eagerly anticipated event is proud to announce the 2024 full agenda. With presentations from Continental, Circtec, Pyrum Innovations, Scandinavian Enviro Systems, Hutchinson, Bolder Industries, Cabot, Trelleborg and many more, view full agenda here.

Recycled carbon black, crucial for tire stability and durability, helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower CO2 emissions. Continental is committed to a closed-loop recycling system, where end-of-life tires become raw materials for new products, aligning with its long-term sustainability strategy to achieve 100% sustainable materials in tires by 2050.