Arnitel Performance, a thermoplastic copolyester elastomer from Envalior, is used as a 100% foam midsole in the norda 005 trail running shoe, combining high rebound, durability, climate stability and recyclability as an alternative to EVA, TPU and PEBA foams.
Hexpol has qualified Dryflex Circular TPE compounds with recycled content to the Porsche PN 780 standard for low VOC and low-odour performance in automotive interior applications, while achieving a reduced product carbon footprint versus virgin TPEs.
Rampf Group presents two‑component polyurethane and silicone sealing materials alongside automated mixing and dispensing systems for lighting applications, citing IP67 sealing performance and cycle‑time reductions of up to 50 percent with FlexSpeed.
At Compamed 2025, Wacker will showcase Silpuran eco 2114, a biomethanol-based silicone gel for skin adhesives, alongside new findings on transdermal delivery and Elastosil grades for pharmaceutical tubing.
Evonik has completed trial production at a second polyamides reactor in Shanghai, a step that will double the company’s long-chain polyamides capacity in Asia. The project expands local output of AABB polyamides and PEBA elastomers for automotive and consumer applications.
Kraiburg TPE has launched its third-generation FR3 thermoplastic elastomers, meeting DIN EN 45545-2 requirements for rail applications. The halogen-free compounds achieve UL94 V0 at 1.5 mm and pass the glow wire test at 960°C.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions will showcase sealing materials and components for front-end and subfab environments at Semicon Europa, stand 311 in Hall C1, Munich, on November 18 to 21. The company will also outline an expansion of its Malta manufacturing site.
Kraiburg TPE has introduced the FC/CM3/AD1 TPE series designed for direct contact with fatty foods. The compounds meet EU 10/2011 and US FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 requirements and adhere to a range of polar thermoplastics.
Syensqo has expanded its non-fluorosurfactant perfluoroelastomer portfolio with new grades rated for continuous operation up to 320°C. The materials target high-purity, high-temperature vacuum service in semiconductor sealing, with variants now available for sampling, trial and commercial use.Syensqo expands market-first non-fluorosurfactant perfluoroelastomer portfolio
At K 2025, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will demonstrate coordinated electric LSR processing across three IntElect 130t cells with partners including Nexus, Kracht, Rico, Momentive, Wacker and Shin-Etsu, featuring standardised machine kits, OPC UA data linkage and automated automotive and medical applications.
At K 2025, Ekochem will present developments in TPE-S thermoplastic elastomers, combining rubber properties with the functionality of plastics.
Rubber Street will return to Hall 6 at K 2025, jointly organised by wdk and Messe Düsseldorf. The 500 m2 special area is fully booked with a record 19 exhibitors covering the elastomer and TPE value chain, and will feature reusable flooring made from recycled tyre rubber.
