IRC/DKT 2015
Features
James Heal launches new efficient elastomeric abrasion tester
UK-based provider of testing equipment, James Heal, has launched a new elastomeric abrasion tester that it says offers higher efficiency in cost and time in comparison to rotary drum (ISO) abrasion testers. Read more
Sartomer to unveil a new generation of (meth)acrylate based coagents
Sartomer, a subsidiary of the Arkema Group and a global supplier of specialty acrylate and methacrylate rubber coagents, will unveil its latest generation of products for advance rubber performance at IRC 2015. Read more
Wittmann Battenfeld to show cleanroom cell for LSR moulding
Wittmann Battenfeld will show an injection moulding application for the production of small and micro parts made from liquid silicone at the IRC. Read more
UTH to demonstrate a new dimension in offline fine mesh straining
UTH will present its product range in both the areas of fine mesh straining and roll pump technology at IRC 2015, as well as introducing its new offline solution for the straining of rubber compounds, the roll-ex straining cell. Read more
Maplan focuses on automation solutions for elastomers, silicone and TPE
Maplan is exhibiting at the International Rubber Conference with a range of new products, which it says focus on innovation, process and automation solutions. Read more
LWB-Steinl to debut new vertical machines
At the IRC 2015, rubber and plastics injection moulding machine manufacturer, LWB-Steinl, will present new vertical machines, both with C-frame- and four-tiebar clamping systems. Read more
KraussMaffei Berstorff to exhibit new tool centering system for rubber hose production
At the IRC KraussMaffei Berstorff will exhibit a straight-through extrusion head with hydraulic tool centering system and X-ray measuring device. Read more
Engel’s new rubber injection moulding machine to make trade fair debut
Engel will introduce its new injection moulding machine specifically developed for rubber processing for the first time at the IRC trade fair. Read more
Dyneon to show elastomer solutions for chemical and automotive industries
Dyneon GmbH, a subsidiary of science-based company 3M, will be presenting its product portfolio for the chemical and automotive industry at the 2015 International Rubber Conference and Exhibition. Read more
DuPont to debut highest heat resistant AEM elastomers
At IRC 2015 DuPont Performance Polymers (DPP) will reveal key properties of a new high-heat resistant ‘Vamac’ ethylene acrylic elastomer (AEM), which it says offers heat resistance as yet unmatched in AEM. Read more
Dow to discuss materials technology for automotive applications
Dow will participate in the 2015 International Rubber Conference with its complete portfolio of elastomers and adhesive materials aimed at the automotive industry. Read more
Chem-Trend to discuss release agent for medical silicone products
Specifically for the manufacture of silicone rubber products for medical applications, Chem-Trend has developed a new, biocompatible release agent that it will introduce to visitors at the International Rubber Conference (IRC). Read more
BOY to demonstrate two rubber-specific exhibits
BOY will demonstrate two applications for rubber processors at the IRC; something it says is a “must-attend” event for the company. Read more
Arburg to demonstrate overmoulding with EPDM
At the International Rubber Conference 2015, Arburg will demonstrate the processing of elastomers on a vertical Allrounder 275 V. Read more