Henkel Japan Ltd. has started a full-scale rollout this month of Technomelt Supra Cool, a series of hot-melt adhesives that can be applied at low temperature and are intended for use with packaging. First made available last year, the series is targeted primarily toward use in the assembly of cardboard cases, small boxes and so on. Technomelt Supra Cool has...
Midori Anzen Co. Ltd. launched a new line of gloves through its company website and other outlets on June 1. Named MS132, these gloves offer protection against direct contact with infectious agents, achieving this through the use of an antibacterial and antiviral material known as Dew. Developed by Nihon Sanmo Dyeing Co. Ltd., Dew is a functional fiber in which...
Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) is readying a March 5 sales launch for the Radial 360 Steel, a white ribbon tire designed for use on classic cars. The tire features classic pattern and sidewall designs, with the sidewall also including a notable white ribbon. Its retro look gives classic cars a more vintage appearance. And while proving particularly popular in...
Nihon Michelin Tire Co. Ltd. is targeting spring 2020 to begin a gradual rollout of the Michelin City Grip 2 scooter tire, which possesses excellent resistance to both slippage and uneven wear. The tire will be available in 31 sizes with no set pricing. The new tire marks an upgrade over the original Michelin City Grip, which was launched in...
Nitta Corp. (TYO:5186) plans to launch sales in September for a new series of heat-resistant pressure sensor sheets. The company sees these sheets as being used in measurement systems for surface pressure distribution. Made using a proprietary manufacturing method, the new sheets are able to function in high-temperature environments of up to 200 degrees Celsius. The series will be available...
Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd. (TYO:4005) has developed a new grade of ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) for rubber-to-metal adhesion, coming as part of a broader company effort to develop various new grades of EPDM. The development of this new grade was achieved via a random arrangement of ethylene and propylene. Sumitomo Chemical is now sending samples of the grade to...
