Thermoplastic natural rubber (TPNR) those produced by blending of thermoplastics and natural rubber using traditional internal mixers and plastic extruders, are becoming increasingly accepted in the global polymer market. ...

Nonblack particulate fillers most used with thermoplastic and rubber are calcium carbonate, silica, talc and alumina hydrates. The main characteristics, which control the effectiveness and the dispersion of filler in ...

Blending of recycled scrap rubber such as reclaimed rubber with virgin rubber has increased over the last few years, especially in the manufacture of tyre components. The reason for this is the growing concern about the ...