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USF Scientists Solve a Century-Old Mystery Behind the Rubber Powering Modern Life

Polymart MagazineApril 16, 2026April 16, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 16, 2026April 16, 2026

Scientists at the University of South Florida (USF) have solved a century-old mystery surrounding reinforced rubber, a material that underpins countless applications—from vehicle and aircraft...

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Runaway Silicone Polymerisation Drives Breakthrough Fire-Resistant Coatings

Polymart MagazineApril 15, 2026April 15, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 15, 2026April 15, 2026

Breakthrough Silicone-Based Coating Enhances Fire Protection Performance Intumescent flame-retardant (IFR) coatings play a vital role in reducing fire risks, but conventional systems often struggle with...

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Toward Sustainable Natural Rubber: Bridgestone and Three Universities Launch Joint Genetic Analysis Project on Para Rubber Trees

Polymart MagazineApril 11, 2026April 11, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 11, 2026April 11, 2026

Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) today announced that it has launched joint research with Universitas Indonesia, Public University Corporation Yokohama City University (Yokohama City University), and Public...

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LANXESS Unveils Advanced Rubber Innovations at India Rubber Expo 2026

Polymart MagazineApril 10, 2026April 10, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 10, 2026April 10, 2026

LANXESS is showcasing its latest advancements in rubber chemicals and performance solutions at the 12th India Rubber Expo 2026, reinforcing its strong focus on efficiency,...

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Continental PC6 Introduces Self-Sealing Tyre Technology to India’s Premium SUV Segment

Polymart MagazineApril 9, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 9, 2026

Continental AG has expanded its footprint in India’s fast-growing automotive market with the launch of its PremiumContact 6 performance tyres and ContiSeal puncture-prevention technology. The...

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Adaptive “Living” Polymers That Grow, Heal, and Regenerate Unveiled by Georgia Tech Researchers

Polymart MagazineApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026

Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), led by Yuhang Hu, have developed a new class of synthetic polymers capable of growing, shrinking, healing,...

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Taiwan Plans to Expand Plastic Bag Production Capacity

Polymart MagazineApril 7, 2026April 7, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 7, 2026April 7, 2026

Taiwan has announced plans to significantly boost plastic bag production to address a recent supply shortage, with the Executive Yuan confirming that monthly output will...

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AIRIA Chief Flags Severe Impact of West Asia conflict on Rubber Sector

Polymart MagazineApril 6, 2026April 6, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 6, 2026April 6, 2026

West Asia Crisis Intensifies Cost Pressures on Rubber Industry, Says AIRIA President The ongoing West Asia crisis is exerting significant pressure on India’s rubber industry,...

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NETZSCH Introduces AI-Driven Polymer Qualification Tool to Enhance Recyclate Quality Control

Polymart MagazineApril 4, 2026April 4, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 4, 2026April 4, 2026

As composite manufacturers face increasing pressure to incorporate recycled materials, one major challenge remains — accurately identifying the composition and quantity of components within recyclates....

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Wayne Rubber Establishes Its First Manufacturing Facility in Wixom, Michigan

Polymart MagazineApril 2, 2026April 2, 2026

by Polymart MagazineApril 2, 2026April 2, 2026

Wayne Rubber, a well-established supplier of custom rubber compounds and molded products, has announced the opening of its first dedicated manufacturing facility in Wixom, Michigan—marking...