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Sometimes it makes sense to periodically sift through your personal library (even though that's primarily done electronically these days). When you browse around, some things come to light that are worth not forgetting, such as a conference paper that was published exactly 30 years ago in August 1993. “A multiple-product approach to the processing of used tires” (Michal A. Serio, et al., 1993) is a remarkably accurate vision of chemical recycling of end-of-life tires (ELTs), as it is experiencing a boom in the last few years. The authors presented their well-founded proposals for sustainable recycling of ELTs through pyrolysis at a conference of the American Chemical Society (ACS Division of Fuel Chemistry) in the USA. About 20 years later, namely in 2011, the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) within the framework of the Basel Convention (191 signatory states) approved the chemical recycling of ELTs by pyrolysis as Environmental Sound Management (ESM). This classification was subsequently also included in the European regulations. In this exposé of the remarkably visionary work, the original text is quoted and only occasionally an outdated term is replaced by the one used today. Replacements and comments are in Italic. This paper by Michal A. Serio and colleagues could just as well have been written today.

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The III Latin American Tire Recycling Conference, also known as JornadasReciclaje, represents an excellent opportunity to explore various alternatives in technologies, regulations, developments, and diverse solutions related to tire recycling in Latin America. The Latin American Society of Rubber Technology (SLTC) aims to be a driving force for technological, entrepreneurial, and management knowledge in the rubber industry. With over 6,000 members and 30 years of experience, SLTC is committed to the principles of the circular economy, sustainability, and rubber product recycling within the industry.

Significant technological synergies between South Korean LDC proprietary Green carbon black technology and Swiss TRS unique water-jet milling technology draw both players to sign a MoU for a first jointly owned TyreXol™ rubber powder processing plant in South Korea, with further ambitions to expand the relationship to the Asian continent.

Smithers has just released the full agenda for Sustainability in Tires 2023. The event takes place this October 12-13 in Shanghai, China and online and will again gather industry professionals and stakeholders in the global tire industry to discuss the latest trends, future outlook, new materials and technologies, EV tires, sustainable development, OTR tires, and more.

The Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC) invites all with an interest in and passion for tire and rubber sustainability including end-of-life tire management to register for its highly anticipated 2023 Rubber Recycling Symposium taking place October 4-5 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. “This year’s event is going to be one for the books. Our 2023 lineup is comprised of stellar speakers from key global markets including the Americas, Australia, and Europe; and brings some of the true experts and leaders in their respective fields,” says Carol Hochu, President and CEO of TRAC.

In Barcelona, Spain across the 6-8 November 2023 the Recovered Carbon Black 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 of Recovered Carbon Black (rCB). Organised by Smithers, this eagerly anticipated event is proud to announce the 2023 full agenda. With presentations from Michelin, Circtec, Scandinavian Enviro Systems, Bridgestone, Continental, Bolder Industries, Cabot, Hexpol Compounding, Hankook and many more, view full agenda here.

The municipality of Al-Kafour has issued a statement addressing the escalating issues related to a tire recycling facility situated on the outskirts of the town. The situation reached a critical point where public tolerance could no longer be sustained, leading to a recent public pressure that successfully compelled the closure of the Al-Khansa plant. The plant's operations had posed a severe threat to public safety, as they disregarded essential environmental and health standards. The facility's practice of burning tires and materials outdoors during the late hours of the night contributed to air pollution, with harmful residues spreading across Al-Kafour, Toul, and nearby villages.