RN Livestreams / Webinars
Enhancing Silica Tread Performance Using SureMix® with Blocked Mercapto-Silane and HPS
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
09:00 am
- 10:00 am
Amidst the tire industry's pursuit of novel compounds to meet evolving demands for enhanced fuel efficiency and traction, this study explores SureMix® functional process aid combined with blocked mercapto-silane and high performance silanization (HPS). Manufacturers, grappling with challenging raw materials, can benefit from SureMix® to improve processability while addressing concerns about compromised tire wear performance. This innovative approach holds promise for simultaneously enhancing processing efficiency and tire performance, particularly crucial with the rising prevalence of electric vehicles in today's automotive landscape. The study demonstrates the effectiveness of SureMix® in driving silica microdispersion, offering a compelling solution for optimizing tire compounds.