Solvay launches promising white carbon black technology

“European Rubber Magazine”: Lyon, France, Silvay SA reported that recent tests on truck tires, agricultural tires and winter tires indicate that the products of its Premium SW white carbon black manufacturers are “promising.” ". Thomas Chaussee, global tire research and innovation manager at Solvay, said the product "proves its breakthrough in truck tire testing and will meet the regulatory requirements of the market."

Recently, Chaussee revealed the test results at the Hannover Tire Technology Expo in Germany. He also highlighted the potential benefits of using white carbon for agricultural tires and optimizing the performance of winter tires. “Solvay's silica R&D team is very close to the market, and we are constantly researching trends and needs in different market segments and applications,” said An Nuyttens, president of the company's global business unit for silica.

“That’s why the company wants to expand its dedicated portfolio,” Nuyttens said. “We want to be on the road to customers’ choices.”