President - AIRIA: Mr M.L Gupta

Sr. Vice President - AIRIA : Mr Ketan Shah

Vice President - AIRIA : Mr Kamal K. Chowdhury

National Convenor - NRC 2015 : Mr Mehul Patel

National Rubber Conference

2015 - MUMBAI

Path to Future – Stride with NRC

All India Rubber Industries Association (WR) 601, Pramukh Plaza, 485 Cardinal Gracious Road,

Chakala, Andheri - (East), Mumbai – 400099. T: 022 2839 2107 / 2095 E: wr@allindiarubber.net

W: www.allindiarubber.net

Working Committee – NRC 2015, Mumbai

National Organising Committee

Mr. M. L. Gupta Mr. Ketan Shah Mr. Kamal K. Chaudhary Mr. Mehul Patel

President AIRIA Sr. Vice President AIRIA Vice President AIRIA National Convener – NRC 2015

NRC 2015 - Mumbai Organising Committee

Chairman : Mr. Sachin Chandak Chief Convener : Mr. Vinod Patkotwar

Committees Technical Advisory Committee

Mr. Subranshu Gupta Mr. D. J. Bharucha Mr. Arvind Kapoor

Dow Corning India Pvt. Ltd. Bhimrajka Exim LLP Rishiroop Polymers Pvt. Ltd.

Paper Sourcing Committee

Convener : Mr. Nikunj Shah

Mr. Nikhil Mody | Mr. Tushar Dalvi | Mr. Darshan Shah | Mr. Mitul Vora | Mr. Anup Deshmukh

Mr. Ashit Lathia | Ms. Preety Singh | Mr. S. M. Bakerywala

Marketing Committee

Convener : Mr. Rajesh Kothari

Mr. Ketan Shah | Mr. Nirah Thakkar | Mr. Milind Joshi | Mr. Ruchit Joshi

Mr. Ronak Shah | Mr. Nikhil Tiwari | Mr. Siddarth Bhimrajka | Mr. Rasesh Shah Mr. Kamlesh Shah | Mr. Ishank Poldiya | Mr. Devang Mehta | Mr. Kiran Patel

Sponsorship Committee

Convener : Mr. Vinod Patkotwar

Mr. Sharan Bhatia | Mr. Tapas Padhi | Mr. Ashok Singh | Mr. Prajakta Kotasthane

Mr. Raju Jethmalani | Mrs. Pilloo Aga

Creatives

Convener : Ms. Mansi Upreti

MESSAGES

MESSAGE

First of all, I would like to convey my sincere good wishes to everyone associated with AIRIA and simultaneously

thank you very much for the kind support extended to me from time to time. I would like to congratulate Western

Region for hosting the 1st National Rubber Conference of 4

th edition in 2015 series (Mumbai-Chennai-Delhi-

Kolkata) which is being organized at The Westin Mumbai Garden City, Goregaon, Mumbai on 19th

and 20th

of

June 2015. An E-Souvenir is also being published on this occasion.

As you all are aware of the hike in import duty on natural rubber from 20% to 25% by Govt of India, we at AIRIA

have strongly protested the this move in view of its adverse effect on over 5500 Rubber MSMEs in the country.

We being an old and responsible Association, always wanted the growth of both plantation and industrial sectors

that is why we urged the Government to come out with a National Rubber Policy. In all fairness. Govt needed to

wait for the National Rubber Policy and take a concerted decision on a major issue such as increasing import

duties.

Import Duty on Natural Rubber was already high as 20 %,( as compared to other nations) while the import duty

on finished rubber goods is 10% or even lower up to Zero. So the rubber manufacturing sector continues to be at

the receiving end of an Inverted duty structure, though Rubber manufacturing sector contributes close to 40%

of its produce for exports. With the increase in the import duty, the cost of manufacturing goods for export will

increase. Other hand Export obligation period that has been shrunk by the Government from 18 months to 6

months becomes hurdle for SSI units to import the NR against Advance Authorization/DFIA. Despite of the step

taken by the Government, domestic rubber prices have been ruling much higher than international prices. Hence

imports can’t be blamed for drop in domestic prices. As per my opinion, we must go in to deep reviewing that

why Natural Rubber price is high in our country than other countries. Also Purchase taxes (5%), heavy freight

charges from Kerala, India to other State and from Sea Port to Dry Port and the cess of Rs 2 per kg on rubber

are also the factors contributing to the high price. Safe Guard Duty on Carbon Black and Anti-Dumping Duty on

Rubber Chemicals also a big issue being faced by the Rubber Industries of the country. We have also requested

to Government for formation of separate Export Promotion Council (RUBEXIL) for Rubber Sector to increase

the export performance so as to earn more foreign exchange for the country.

Governments should review the all MSME policies once again so as to give maximum output for the small

manufacturers to give strength to mission of “Make in India”. India already levies one of the highest duties on

import of Natural Rubber and one of the lowest duties on import of finished rubber goods. As a result the

competitiveness of the Indian rubber industry is affected and many rubber units have already closed down.

Despite of the all, we still need to keep the finger cross with hope and strength for accepting the challenges to

come and succeed to “create In India to make in India”.

I would once again thank the Chairman, Western Region and his team for this wonderful edition of National

Rubber Conference and warm hospitality.

“There is no development, physically or intellectually without effort and effort means work”

Mohinder Gupta

President, AIRIA

MESSAGE

Dear All,

As I look ahead, I can visualize that the conference will grow in pursuit of higher standards of technology, and

give shape to our dreams.

The theme chosen for the conference “Path to Future – Stride with NRC” is of contemporary interest. The

productivity of human beings depends on the stimulation levels maintained in their line of business. The

stimulation in turn depends on efficiency of technology management, effective use of raw materials, innovation

and understanding of the market requirement.

AIRIA is duty-bound to engage themselves in these activities along with other areas of interest such as economic

scenario, government policies, business environment (ease of doing business) and so on….

I am sure that the conference will enable the delegates, academicians, Practitioners, Consultants, Research

Scholars, Industry leaders, and other experts to exchange ideas and suggest measures for meeting the evolving

challenges. The exchange will surely benefit the rubber fraternity.

While congratulating the organizers in their endeavor, I wish to compliment them for their novel initiative in

achieving higher standards of quality for providing a platform for this interaction through this Conference.

I open heartedly welcome all the delegates to this conference and have faith that this will be a professionally

rewarding experience.

I wish the Conference a great success.

Ketan Shah

Sr. Vice President, AIRIA

MESSAGE

It is quite gladdening that the first of the 2015 series of National Rubber Conference (NRC) of All India Rubber

Industries Association is scheduled during 19th

& 20th

June, 2015 at the Westin Mumbai Garden City, Mumbai

under the theme: "Path to Future - Stride with NRC". I congratulate our Western Region Chairman Mr. Sachin

Chandak, and all others in AIRIA (WR) for their efforts to organize this programme.

For high-performance business there is a

need to pave the path to achieve

quantitative superiority along the following

key dimensions:

Growth,

Positioning for the future,

Consistency, and

Longevity.

Just as the organizational agility is important to business success in today's world, it is critical to business success in tomorrow's world as well. I believe, NRC 2015 at Mumbai will be beneficial to the members for speeding down the path for successful business. With my best wishes and Cheers,

Kamal K. Chowdhury Vice - President, AIRIA

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It gives me great pleasure to congratulate organizing committee members of Western Region for unbeatable

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Two days of excellent papers and very interesting Panel discussions will surely give ample knowledge to

delegates and make them more enlightened with current developments.

I wish all the success to new edition of NRC, 2015 Mumbai and hope that in future the same tempo will be

maintained. I also wish to thank everyone in Mumbai team to involve me wherever required.

Congratulations once again,

Mehul M Patel

National Convener, NRC 2015

MESSAGE

It has been a privilege to work for NRC 2015 as a Chief Convener. A dedicated team of committee members made my task very easy. AIRIA has always seen the interest of members and organized such useful events. Giving of tablet and soft copy of all papers and technical date, with e-souvenir to all delegates is a major step in going green. This NRC will be totally different in changing from one generation to the other. PATH TO FUTURE - STRIDE WITH NRC is an appropriate title with THEN AND NOW theme for Youth Confluence, is interesting in bringing two generations on one platform. Interacting with Defense establishments is an opportunity for us to join hands with them to promote Make In India brand in Defense sector. Thank you all for your support and corporation as always.

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MESSAGE

Dear Sachin,

I am very happy to note that NRC 2015 Mumbai , the fourth edition of the National Rubber Conference organized

by the All India Rubber Industries Association , Western Region is being held on the 19th and 20

th of June 2015

in Mumbai . I have seen the tremendous success of the last 3 editions of the NRC which was held in Mumbai and

as it travelled across India and the benefits it has given to all those who attended the event . I am sure that under

your leadership we can expect many innovative events to happen during the NRC.

This year’s NRC 2015, Mumbai will be yet another successful event designed to take care of the Indian Rubber

Industry’s needs and demands as is aptly captured in the Theme of the Conference.

I wish the event all success.

Best Wishes and Regards

Vinod Simon Past President, AIRIA Chairman, Rubber Skill Development Council

MESSAGE

The Mumbai NRC 2015 comes at a very opportune time as the rubber industry seems to have been paralyzed

with a slowing economy and rupee devaluation against major currencies.

This NRC is organized when the government is concentrating in the “Make in India” initiative.

We have kept the panel discussion and the papers keeping in view the theme of NRC.

The Young team has put a lot of effort and hard work to organize the papers, panel discussions for the benefit of

the rubber Industry.

We are also going green by starting a trend of E- Souvenirs and imparting the power of E - Gadget to the

delegates.

I wish the Fourth Edition of NRC 2015 all the grand success

Sachin Chandak

Chairman, AIRIA – Western Region

MESSAGE

National Rubber Conference (NRC) is an annual event of All India Rubber Industries Association (AIRIA) in four

regions. The enthusiasm and involvement of the rubber fraternity coupled with experiences gained in the

previous NRCs make us happier for continuance of his Conclave for the benefit of the Indian rubber industry and

trade.

I am glad to learn that NRC 2015 in western region is scheduled from 19

th to 20

th June 2015 at the Westin

Mumbai Garden City, Mumbai, thanks to Mr. Sachin Chandak, our Chairman of Western Region and all others in

AIRIA (WR) for their initiative to organize this programme.

This year the Conference theme "Path to Future - Stride with NRC" is significant because in today’s

environment, business houses have a harder path than ever before. I am sure, the NRC 2015 at Mumbai will be

inspiring and insightful from the standpoints of, say, strategic elevation, value orientation, client centricity, end-to-

end business governance, global agility, etc. to achieve longevity, growth and profitability.

With my best wishes for all round success of the Conference,

Ramesh Kejriwal

Chairman, AIRIA – Eastern Region

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"I am happy that the AIRIA-WR is conducting the National Rubber Conference 2015 at Mumbai this June.

The theme is very appropriate in today's circumstances. I trust the speakers and experts will throw light on

technology and manufacturing practices which will enable our Industry to grow and scale greater heights. I wish

the NRC the very best."

K. Srikanth

Chairman, AIRIA – Southern Region

MESSAGE

I am extremely delighted on the organizing of National Rubber Conference 2015, the first in its series by the

Western Region of All India Rubber Industries Association on 19th

and 20th June, 2015 at Mumbai. The theme,

well thought of, is suitable to the present scenario of Rubber industry “Path to Future- Stride with NRC” accords

emphasis on trends and development currently taking place at the global curriculum. Also, the ambition of Prime

Minister “Make in India” is kept in view for the Conference. A commendable initiative.

With full confidence, I expect that this conclave would share deliberations on various aspects and enabling

factors which would help competitiveness at the global level.

I congratulate all those Members and Western Region Office for the efforts in putting up the event and wish the

Conference all success.

J C MALHOTRA CHAIRMAN, AIRIA - NORTHERN REGION

MESSAGE

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Most of all, NRC, in my opinion, remains committed to bringing the best ideas like “Path To The Future – Stride With NRC”

The opportunity is here. We are sure you’ll join us…. See you there.

Dr. Sanjay Sanghvi Secretary General, AIRIA

National Rubber Conference 2015 - Mumbai Schedule Day 1, Friday, 19th June, 2015

TIME TITLE / EVENT SPEAKER

8:30 - 9:30 REGISTRATION

9:30 - 11:20 Inauguration of NRC 2015- Mumbai

Keynote Address: Current Status and Outlook on Indian Economy

Shashank Tripathi, Partner – Consulting, Strategy Leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers

Chief Guest Dr. S.Guruprasad, Director, R&DE(Engrs), DRDO

11:20 - 11:35 Presentation- India Rubber Expo 2017 Dr. Sanjay Sanghvi, Secretary General, All India Rubber Industries Association

11:35 - 13:00 Session 1 - Panel Discussion Distilling India's Competitive Advantage

Panelists:

Mr. Anil Sampat- Director Elastochemie Impex Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. D.T. Keswani- President Auto Steel & Rubber Ind. Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Vishal Jhunjhunwala- Partner Bombay Chemical & Rubber Products

Mr. Mazhar Vohra- Chairman & Managing Director Zenith Ind. Rubber Products Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Mirisch Damani- Chairman & Mg. Director Zylog Plastalloys Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Narinder Pal Singh - Western India Head -Trade Finance function

HSBC

Mr. Vilas Dhavale- Managing Director Lord India Pvt. Ltd.

Moderator

Mr. Niraj I Thakkar-Director Precision Rubber Industries Pvt Ltd

13:00 - 13:15 Presentation- Indian Rubber Institute, Mumbai Branch

Mr. Ronak Shah, Committee Member, Indian Rubber Institute, Mumbai Branch

13:15-14:00 Lunch Break

14:00 - 16:00 Session 2 - Effective Technology Mr. Manu Patel

Session Chairman Director, Attuned Polymers Pvt. Ltd

14:00 - 14:45 Make in India Effectively Dr. R Mukhopadhyay, Chairman, Indian Rubber Institute.

14:45 - 15:15 How to Reduce Costs of Operation via Energy Saving

Mr. Christoph Holzbach, Director, Indus UTH HF Mixing Systems Pvt Ltd

15.15-15.30 Presentation- HSBC

Mr. Narinder Pal Singh - Western India Head -Trade Finance function, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited

15:30 - 16:00 Extruder and the Screw Design Mr. Prasanth Warrier, Consultant & CEO, Rubber Machinery World

16:00-16:10 Tea Coffee Break

16:10 - 18:00 Session 3 - Specialty Materials Mr. D.J. Bharucha,

Session Chairman Technical Director, Polmann India Ltd.

16:10 - 16:55 Selected Accelerators for EPDM and other Diene Rubbers

Ms. Eleonora Doehl, Deutsche Oelfabrik of Germany.

16:55 - 17:40 Thermoplastic Elastomer … Is it a threat or an opportunity for the Rubber Industry

Mr. Mirisch Damani, Chairman & Mg. Director, Zylog Plastalloys Pvt. Ltd

17:40 - 18:10 UHMW-PE

Mr. Prafulla Shinde, Senior Manager – Marketing, Automotive & Industrial Materials Division, Mitsui Chemicals India Pvt Ltd.

18:10-18:30 High Tea

18:30 - 20:30 Youth Confluence: Then & Now

Panelists:

Mr.D N.Singh- Managing Director Santosh Rubber Machinery Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Mazhar Vohra- Chairman & Managing Director Zenith Industrial Rubber Products Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Shabbir Shakeer - Proprietor Ema Rubber Industries

Mr. Ali Asgar - Partner Acron Polymer Product

Mr. Darius C Aga - Director Gold Seal Engg. Products Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Ravi Singh - Director Santosh Rubber Machinery Pvt. Ltd.

Moderator - Professor Murti Head – Academics, Centre for Family Business, S P Jain Institute of Management and Research, MUMBAI.

20:30 Onwards

Cocktails & Dinner

Schedule Day 2, Saturday, 20th June, 2015 TIME TITLE/ EVENT SPEAKER

9:30-11:00 Session 1 - Specialty Ingredients Mr. Raju Jethmalani, M.D., I R Tubes Pvt. Ltd.

9:30-10:00 Recent Trends in Carbon Black Development Dr. Abhijit Adhikary, GM – Technical Services & R&D, Phillips Carbon Black Limited

10:00-10:30 Specialty Plasticizers for High Performance Applications

Dr. Manasi Nath, Senior Technical Manager, Fine Organics.

10:30-11:00 Post Vulcanization Bonding Process for Rubber-to-Substrate Assemblies

Mr. Subir Chaudhuri, Manager Technology, Lord India Pvt. Ltd.

11:00-11:15 Talk on IRMRA Activities

11:15 - 12:45 Session 2 - Polymers Mr. Mehul Patel, Director, Attuned Polymers Pvt. Ltd

11:15 - 11:45 Introduction to Per Fluoro Elastomers, Characteristics and Applications

Mr. Nitin D Zade, Sales Manager, 3M India Limited

11:45 - 12:15 New X_ButylTM Ionomers from LANXESS for Improved Dynamic Properties

Mr. Mohammad Sadique L Patel, Senior Manager TS & D, Lanxess India Pvt Ltd.

12:15 - 12:45 Static Dissipative Nanocomposites of Alkaline Earth Metal doped Aluminium Oxide and Methyl Vinyl Silicone Polymer

Dr. Aparna M Joshi, Research Director, K.D.Joshi Rubber Industries Pvt.Ltd.

12:45 - 13:30 Lunch

13:30 - 15:00 Session 3 - Machinery Mr. Prasanth Warrier, Consultant & CEO, Rubber Machinery World

13:30 - 14:00 Cryogenic Deflashing Technology

Mr. Abdurrahim Musahudeen, Biz Development Director, Nissanki GB APAC Sales Pte Ltd, Nissanki GB Sales India Pvt Ltd.

14:00 - 14:30 Rubber Mixing Plant Automation Mr. Laxmi Narayan, CEO, Base Automation Technologies.

14:30 - 15:00 Preventive Maintenance Mr. Naushad Shikalgar, CEO, J N Engineering

15:00 Running Tea Break

15:00 - 16:15 Session 4 - Hands On Training on Testing

Panelists:

Mr. Mehul Patel Director, Attuned Polymers Pvt. Ltd

Mr. Yazdi B. Patel CEO, Bymer Elastomers

Dr. M.S. Banerji Consultant, Dr. Banerji & Quality Products.

Mr. Vinod Patkotwar CEO, Crown Rubber Products.

Mr. Dahar Mujavar Cahors, Manager Engineering

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PAPERS

MAKE IN INDIA AND MADE IN INDIA for SME - CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Dr. Rabindra Mukhopadhyay, Director & CE-HASETRI

The world economy is recovering from an extended slow down, with all the key economic groups, including the

USA, Euro area and BRICKS, expected to stage higher growths over the next few years. India in turn has recently witnessed the most emphatic election verdict in 3 decades, and is gearing up for growth. The overall outlook is positive, with leaders across the industry expressing confidence in this economic revival. In keeping with the theme of development, our Prime Minister has launched the “Make in India” campaign, targeted to

transform India into a manufacturing leader. The world is fast changing, with a rebalancing of manufacturing weight across the developed and developing economies. India in this competitive global environment is starting from a position that is far from advantageous. India’s manufacturing sector with a 15% share of overall GDP, compares poorly with peers like Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. India also suffers from some critical drawbacks like a lack of an enabling infrastructure, poor perception of India in terms of ease of doing business, and a lack of proven ability to compete at a global scale. At the same time India’s long term prospects remain intact, with its core strength of human resources, a strong base of entrepreneurs, and a robust and growing domestic demand. In many ways, there, the stage is set for India to transform its manufacturing and seek global leadership. Make in India means manufacturing in India with proven technology, using cost competitive resources for domestic as well as overseas market through technology transfer (TOT). Made in India is not just about

manufacturing the product in India on TOT basis but rather about encouraging and incentivizing the indigenous companies to design & develop the product (creating IPR), manufacturing including after sales service & branding and give them preference during the procurement process. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in India have seen exponential growth over the last decade. According to the latest reports by the SMB Chamber of Commerce and the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, India currently has more than 48 million SMEs. These SMEs contribute more than 45% of India’s industrial output, 40% of the country’s total exports and create 1.3 million jobs every year. Yet, these SMEs continue to struggle on multiple accounts. Indian SMEs today operate in a very challenging atmosphere. According to World Bank India has slipped 3 ranks in its Ease of Doing Business Index. SMEs are said to be the backbone of India’s economy, however not much is being done to promote their healthy growth and development. The biggest challenges of SME Sector in India are:

Dearth of easy finance and credit instruments

Limiting regulatory polices

Unavailability of modern, affordable technology

Lack of basic infrastructure facilities

Absence of exclusive marketing platforms and distribution networks

Inflexible labour laws and availability of affordable skilled labour

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How to Reduce Costs of Operation via Energy Saving

Christoph Holzbach, Manager Market Development India of HF – Mixing Group Director – INDUS UTH HF

With “energy” making up 12% to 14% of the cost of compounding it is an area that needs understanding and controlling…

The presentation will give an overview of the consumers, show in which they influence the mixing process and

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EXTRUSION AND SCREW DESIGN

Prasanth Warrier* .......What You Should Know

Extrusion has a varied field of application including rubber. So, when you come across a rubber profile, strip, hose, cable, wire, cord coating, tire tread, v-belt, tube, or blank remember that they are only a few handful of products manufactured using extrusion process. The extrusion process has to be effective. What does this mean to you? Your extruded profile temperature must be within required limits to prevent scorching. Your main goal of extrusion is to get the highest output at good quality of product within the safe temperature limits of the products. These three factors create an imaginary triangle with sides the same length. But under real conditions, the shape of this triangle is more or less deformed and depends on factors such as rubber compound composition, material properties, back pressure, temperature conditions inside the extruder, screw design and flow channel geometry. Some kinds of rubber compounds are difficult to process by extrusion, due to their physical, mechanical and rheological properties. In the tire industry, they are usually based on natural rubber (NR). With a higher content of rubber, the elastic properties increase. This high elasticity causes high heat generation when compressed. When you choose a rubber extruder, you should deliberate and discuss extensively upon few key things i.e the design, material technology and manufacturing accuracy of screw, barrel and die-head. Very few manufacturers world-wide can guarantee you well-designed and precisely manufactured rubber extruders. The effect of increase of key screw design elements is as below:

Reputed manufacturers offer different screw designs to process your specific rubber compound requirements. Based on the convenience and usage history, you need to know of the two types of rubber extruders’ viz. Hot Feed Extruders (HFE) and Cold Feed Extruders (CFE). Hot Feed Extruder (HFE)

Rubber industry only had Hot Feed Extruders until 1950’s. HFE’s extrude your rubber compounds at reduced temperatures. The screw depth of a HFE is relatively larger and you get a consistent output due to its short screw design. L/D ratio is mostly in the range of 4:1 to 6:1 which keeps your rubber compound dwell time and its temperature increase to a minimum. Two screw designs are a) Standard Screw that has 2-Flight Inlet Section, decreasing pitch for compression and constant core diameter.

b) Improved Screw with 1&1/2 flight screw, constant pitch and increased core diameter at outlet for compression

One study by HF Mixing Group, reveals a higher performance with their improved screw design on 10” screw as below for tread compound.

Each HFE has a hopper and feed roller section with spiral undercut liner that allows your compound to enter the extruder easily. The feed roller on a hot feed extruder allows your compound to pass the scraper knife, directed around the roll and then fed back into the hopper. The feed roll bearings are placed in positions to prevent contamination. You can vary the output by changing the screw speed using variable speed drives. Despite these advantages, the HFE’s are getting outdated in many applications. Because the rubber that is fed into a Hot Feed Extruder needs to be pre-heated or warmed using two-roll mills to achieve the required degree of viscosity and temperature that facilitates smooth flow of rubber, its compaction and extrusion through the die. And that makes Cold Feed Extruders relevant and desirable. Cold Feed Extruder (CFE)

Cold Feed Extruders are designed and manufactured with specially designed screws best suited for cold feeding of rubber. While manufacturers offer L/D ratio up to 24:1, the most preferred by end-users is generally in the range 12:1 to 18:1. You can discuss with your manufacturer and avail various options of screws for a wide range of compound and extrusion applications. Few screw designs are a) Standard Screw with 6-Flight Inlet Section, constant screw pitch and constant core diameter.

b) High-performance homogenization screw with 6-Flight Inlet Section, constant screw pitch (larger than

standard screw) and constant core diameter.

c) Screw with thickened core that has 6-Flight Inlet Section, constant screw pitch and constant core diameter

(larger than standard screw).

d) Compression screw with 2 flight inlet section, variable screw pitch, and increasing screw core diameter from

inlet to tip.

e) Compression screw with higher homogenization that has 6 flight inlet section, variable screw pitch, and

increasing screw core diameter from inlet to tip.

f) Decompression screw 6 flight inlet section, constant screw pitch, and decreasing screw core diameter from

inlet to tip. A study by Konstrukta on a compound that had high NR content and low filler showed higher output from their latest decompression screw designs as compared to others.

For feeding the cold rubber, it is recommended that you use a feeding conveyor with metal detector to remove metal particles. This avoids damage to the screw or barrel. In some plants, I find the sensitivity of the metal detector calibrated to a low value that it virtually renders the detector useless. Every CFE comes with a Temperature Controller Unit (TCU) that controls the barrel temperature so that the shape and size of the extruded products are uniform. Variants in cold feed extruders along with their uses are

1. Plain Barrel Type Cold Feed Extruder – These CFE’s as the name suggests have a plan barrel and used in

manufacturing of hoses, blanks, fluorocarbon rubber, butyl rubber, etc.

2. Pin Barrel Type Cold Feed Extruder – These CFE’s have around 80-100 pins protruding out of the barrel

towards the screw center. These pins enhance the mixing and dispersion of your rubber as it is kneaded between the barrel and screw. And the result is processed rubber with outstanding homogeneity and extrudate quality. This flexibility in Pin Type Cold Feed Extruders endears to all making it a universal extruder for many rubber compound formulations involving varied applications. Hard rubber compounds also can be processed because of high extruder torque.

3. Vent Type Cold Feed Extruder – Vent type or vacuum type extruders were developed for production of non-

porous profiles and hoses. These CFE’s have a custom-built screw, and a degassing barrel with a vacuum pump attached to vent bubbles out of extruded compounds. Co-extrusion: Customer-specific customization and usage complexity demands led to the introduction of co-extrusion for manufacturing of various profiles. And so you today have Simplex, Multiplex (Duplex, Triplex, Quadruplex, and Quintuplex) and Roller Head technology. Multiplex lines of piggy-back type of 2,3,4, and 5 layers have a compact construction. Roller Head Technology involves a combination of extruder with preform head and two-roll calender. They offer

twin advantages of – high uniformity of the material thickness over the entire sheet width with absence of air traps even at higher thicknesses (~20mm thick as against conventional calender lines that give max 3mm thick sheets with or without air traps) and excellent homogeneity of the material produced. Both these characteristics are important for high-quality rubber products such as tire components, V-belts, conveyor belts, tank linings, cover sheets, blank sheets and roofing sheets, etc. For even thickness across the

entire sheet width of the roller head, there are three options that can be used alone or in combination with one another – roll crowning, roll crossing or roll bending, which will compensate for the elastic deflection of rolls. Rubber extrusion is in itself a vast subject, and when you know the above basics, you have made a knowledgeable start. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Prasanth Warrier, the CEO of Rubber Machinery World, is a B2B Strategist, Marketing & Business

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Selected Accelerators for EPDM and other Diene Rubbers

Ethylene Propylene diene rubber [EPDM] is a terpolymer with side-chain double bonds. The main chain thus

remains saturated. The advantage of the EPDM’s largely saturated molecular structure, e.g. high resistance to

weathering and ageing are accompanied by a relatively inert vulcanization behavior.

An economically viable cross-linking of EPDM with sulphur can often only be achieved though complex systems

with numerous individual components consisting of vulcanisation accelerators and sulphur donors. If the

components are not optimally balanced, staining or blooming effects can appear.

For over four decades, DOG Deutsche Oelfabrik has been producing accelerator blends that enable balanced

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line of conventional and nitrosamine-safe acclerator blends for EPDM and other diene rubbers as well as the

advantages of the vulcanisation stabilizer Deostab will be the central topic of this presention.

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER … IS IT A THREAT OR AN

OPPORTUNITY FOR THE RUBBER INDUSTRY

Mr. Mirisch Damani, Chairman & Mg. Director, Zylog Plastalloys Pvt. Ltd

Thermoplastic elastomer, commonly known as tpe, has been commercialised globally over the past several

decades, successfully penetrating markets that have been main domain of the rubber industry. Tpe, also used

interchangeably as tpr, tpv, etc … is defined as a material that provides feel and performance of a rubber, yet

ease of processing and economics of a plastic. Unlike rubber, which is a thermoset material, tpe is a

thermoplastic material. This means it flows like plastic when processed at above melting temperature of plastic,

yet behave and perform like rubber at room temperature.

TPE when introduced in mid 80s in india, it was more of a concept. Today, tpe is widely consumed and

commercialised in many market segments and continues to grow much faster than rubber industry. Over the

years, tpe has replaced conventional thermoset rubber in many applications in consumer and industrial product

areas, due to its performance, colourability, and much faster production cycles leading to cost benefits. Today,

the compound technology has further widened performance envelope of tpe allowing it to be used in application

requiring high heat resistance, oil & grease resistance, self lubricating and several such other key domains of

thermosets.

Be it in automotive, wire and cable, medical and healthcare, electrical/electronics, appliances, construction,

consumer durables and disposables, etc … you will find tpe playing an important and significant role.

Million dollar question is TPE … an opportunity or a threat to the rubber industry..?

this paper will highlight and examine how plastic processors have taken advantage of this wonder material and

entered application/market arena that have been a primary domain to rubber processors. Rubber processor,

having invested in rubber processing machinery, always felt that tpe processing would require investment in

plastic machinery, and making their rubber machinery idle.

Either you safeguard your turf or loose out to competition. Call is yours. Opportunity is abundant otherwise large

threat is looming over your business. Tpe can no longer be ignored.

Innovation with Mipelon & Lubmer for Rubber Modification

Mr. Prafulla Shinde, Senior Manager – Marketing, Automotive & Industrial Materials Division,

Mitsui Chemicals India Pvt Ltd.

Mitsui Chemicals Inc. is leading global chemical company engaged into manufacturing of specialty Polyethylene

based materials. Mipelon is ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene in the form of fine powder developed by

Mitsui Chemicals. Mipelon supported for lot of value addition in performance of rubber goods with Abrasion

resistance and Impact properties modification. Indian Rubber Industries will be able to modify conventional

rubber for superior abrasion & chemical resistance with the help of Mipelon.

Modified Resins and Rubbers ( Compound)

The addition of MIPELONTM

to polyacetal, polyamide or phenol resin improves results in self-lubrication

properties. Adding MIPELONTM

to rubber not only improves self-lubrication, but also increases resistance to

chemicals. Mipelon decreases friction coefficient of base resin more efficiently than PTFE which is widely used as

an Abrasion Modifier.

LUBMER ( Glass Run Channel)

LUBMERTM

remarks the super abrasion resistance in GRC application. The high abrasion resistance of

LUBMERTM

enables to make “hard” sliding part thinner and contributes to manufacture Flexible GRC.

New Light TM

(UHMW-PE Film application)

New Light TM

film can provide lowest coefficient of friction as low as (0.15) same as Fluororesin. It can also

provide abrasion resistance six times higher than Fluororesin with higher impact strength & excellent chemical

resistance. No investment for equipment’s is required and also it contributes to the reduction of total production

costs. It also supports to achieve stable and uniform thickness

Recent Trends in Carbon Black Development

Dr. Abhijit Adhikary, GM – Technical Services & R&D, Phillips Carbon Black Limited

Rubber products depend heavily on carbon black as reinforcing filler to impart desirable properties to the

Elastomer matrix. These include improved toughness, failure properties and wear resistance. With the stringent

product performance requirements moving northward, the constituting subcomponent’s performance becomes

critical and requires specific set of technology and manufacturing set up to produce.

Carbon black manufacturers are now facing multi-dimensional challenges to stay competitive. In one hand,

Carbon Black manufacturing processes need to conform to stringent local environmental norms, be highly

efficient in resource utilization, and maintain uniform product quality, yet flexible on the inputs. On the other hand,

its product portfolio should be process and performance efficient to the user, maintaining the brand pull thereby

justifying the price. Huge fluctuation in Crude price, stringent regulatory norms internationally, ever increasing

demand on product performance and limited talent pool magnify complexities.

Development activities at leading Carbon black manufacturers are aligning to the newer Material Processing,

Product Performance and Environmental requirements by developing value added customised grades, catering

to the present and future needs.

Specialty Plasticizers for High Performance Applications

Dr. Manasi Nath - Senior Technical Manager, Fine Organics

Plasticizers are broadly classified as general purpose, performance or specialty plasticizers. General purpose

plasticizers are those that offer overall general performance inexpensively. Performance plasticizers include fast

solvating material, low-temperature plasticizers, reduced migration, improved stress-strain behavior, flame

resistance and increased stabilization.

While phthalate esters are low cost plasticizer, they often do not provide the required performance. Specialty

plasticizers are often used in combination with phthalate esters to provide a balance of performance and cost.

Specialty plasticizers are also used as sole plasticizer depending upon the desired performance. Plasticizers are

selected based upon a cost/ performance evaluation. The rubber compounder must evaluate innovative

plasticizers, like FinaFlex-1200 for compatibility, process-ability, performance properties and permanence. The

study of these properties by the rubber compounder will contribute to the selection of the specialty plasticizer.

The paper will cover classification of plasticizer, selection criteria of plasticizers for various elastomers. The paper

will be discussing mainly on the plasticizers with its various physical and chemical properties, performance

properties of the compounded materials using the plasticizer. Performance properties are evaluated on the basis

of its thermal stability, flow characteristics, mechanical and extraction resistance properties in end-user

applications. The testimonials for low temp flexibility and high extractability will also be discussed.

Post Vulcanization Bonding Process for Rubber-to-Substrate

Assemblies

Mr. Subir Chaudhuri, Manager Technology, Lord India Pvt. Ltd.

Complex and large substrate geometries within rubber-to-substrate bonded assemblies are often difficult and

expensive to mold using the conventional vulcanization bonding process. Post vulcanization (PV) bonding is the

process of bonding cured elastomer to various substrates using a Chemlok® adhesive system or LORD™

structural adhesives. Post vulcanization bonding can significantly reduce the tooling costs and processing times

to allow for a robust bonded assembly solution. The scope of this paper is to highlight the key process differences

and advantages of PV bonding over traditional vulcanization bonding.

Introduction to Per Fluoro Elastomers, Characteristics and Applications

Mr. Nitin Dilip Zade - Sales Manager, 3M India Limited

Perfluoro Elastomers are essential engineering material that come into play where other elastomers

prove insufficient in handling the harshest of chemical enviornments and / or extreme temperatures. These

materials have the highest level of chemical and thermal resistance of any elastomer currently available. Per

Fluorinated Elastomers (PFE) are employed more often in many industry applications as operating conditions

become increasingly intense. Additional reasons for use of PFE include reducing equipment downtime, handling

more stringent enviornment regulations (e.x, reduced emissions and leak prevention) and / or increasing lifetime

performance of the finished article, such as seal or progressive cavity pump. The intention of this paper is to

provide technical insight into PFE Polymers, their cross linking chemistry, capabilities for chemical and thermal

resistance and application considerations, along with detailed information on how to handle and work with PFE

Polymers. These materials are known to be very expensive, orders of magnitude more expensive than a typical

Fluoro Carbon Elastomer (FKM) or Hydro Carbon Elastomer, so proper handling and use are important.

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New X_ButylTM Ionomers from LANXESS for Improved Dynamic Properties

Mr. Mohammad Sadique L Patel - Senior Manager TS & D, Lanxess India Pvt Ltd.

A new butyl-based material – butyl ionomer - has been developed which contains a persistent ionic

charge attached to the butyl backbone. In addition to the properties of traditional butyl rubber (impermeability

and low temperature flexibility) the butyl ionomer displays many unique physical and dynamic properties including

excellent green strength, improved polymer-filler interaction as well as thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) behavior

owed to the formation of ionic aggregates. These ionic aggregates are thermally labile and the mobility of the

polymer is enhanced at increased temperatures.

Incorporation of the butyl ionomer in an EPDM compound has been shown to significantly reduce crack

growth. As crack growth is one of the key failures for dynamic applications in the such as EPDM based belts, the

addition of the butyl ionomer should improve the service lifetime as well reduce costly downtime.

Static Dissipative Nanocomposites of Alkaline Earth Metal doped

Aluminium Oxide and Methyl Vinyl Silicone Polymer

Dr. Aparna M Joshi, Research Director, K.D.Joshi Rubber Industries Pvt.Ltd.

Methyl vinyl silicone polymer - alkaline earth metal doped aluminium oxide composites are prepared by

conventional two roll open mill mixing method. Doped aluminium oxides (DAO) using silvery white coloured

alkaline earth metals such as Mg and Ca as dopants in the concentration of 0.4 % are synthesized by microwave

combustion method and the as synthesized materials are characterized for the electrical resistance, X–ray

diffraction, FE-SEM, transmission electron microscopy and FTIR. The electrical resistances of the DAOs are

observed to be ~ 8-20 MΩ. This means that the resistance of aluminium oxide (Corundum) a-Al2O3 which is ~

1010

Ω is reduced by the order of ~ 103 to 10

4 Ω after doping. XRD studies reveal the doping of Mg and Ca in

aluminium oxide. The microstructural study using FE-SEM shows the flaky clusterous structures with the

thickness of the flakes between 10 and 20 nm. TEM images depict the rod shaped morphological geometry of the

particles with the diameter of ~50-70 nm. The nanocomposites are synthesized by incorporating the DAOs in the

concentration of 75 phr (parts per hundred parts of rubber) into VMQ polymer. The electrical resistance of VMQ

polymer, which is ~ 1015

Ω, drops by the order of 108Ω. There is retention of the electrical resistance of ~ 30-50

MΩ for the nanocomposites which is a static dissipative range of electricity. In this work white coloured

electrically conductive VMQ polymer-DAO nanocomposites have been synthesized. The physical and mechanical

properties of the composites such as specific gravity, hardness, tensile strength and rebound resilience are

measured. Hardness and tensile strength are found to increase, with the negligible alteration in the other

properties.

Cryogenic Deflashing Technology

A. Musahudeen - Biz Development Director, Nissanki GB APAC Sales Pte Ltd, Nissanki GB

Sales India Pvt Ltd The presentation highlights the various methods available for deflashing of parts for rubber, plastic metal and diecast materials. It discusses in details on the process of Cryogenic Deflashing which is widely used in the world for deflashing rubber and diecast materials. It also highlights the key requirements needed to ensure good deflashing results. In addition, this presentation highlights the advantages Nissanki can offer to the industry. Nissanki is the leading cryogenic deflashing manufacture in the world, offering its know-how and technology in this field which has attained popularity in the automotive manufacturing hub such as China, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia.

Rubber Mixing Plant Automation

Mr.V. Lakshminarayanan – CEO, Mr. Sugundhan N – Chief Solution Architect BASE Automation Technologies (P) Ltd.

Customer today are demanding solution that extend seamlessly across all aspects of their plant from Plant floor data communication to ERP process to maintain control and trace other process. To meet the growing needs on improved quality, Shop floor to top floor connectivity, TPM activities and many POKE-YOKE initiatives, in Tyre and rubber component manufacturing industries, BASE provides Rubber Mixing Plant automation solutions on Turnkey basis. It is an end-to-end solution for Tracking and Traceablity of Tyre and Rubber components manufacturing process using RFID Technology. 1. Rubber Compounding Machineries (Master Batch & Final Batch):

The rubber compounding machineries consists of following equipment 1) Raw material storage and Retrieval (Inventory Control System). 2) Recipe Management and Batching Equipment. 3) Mixer Sequence Control System. 1.1 Raw material storage and Retrieval Equipment:

The features of the equipment are as follows, - Registers all the incoming raw materials. - Generates Incoming Inspection Report. - Generates the GRN (Goods Receipt Number) with RFID Tags. - Logs the Lab test verification information. - Storage / Retrieval / issuing of Raw Material based on FIFO. - Mistake Proof loading of raw materials in the Respective Batching Station. - Automatically triggers for replenishment of raw materials. - Generates various reports on Material consumption, pending stock, Incoming Raw Material etc. 1.2 Recipe Management and Batching Equipment:

The recipe management and the batching equipment have the following:

1) Mistake Proof chemical. 2) Auto Oil batching & Injecting Equipment. 3) Auto Carbon black Batching Equipment., Auto Carbon Conveying system. 4) Polymer batching Equipment. 5) Centralized Recipe Management and reporting System.

1.2.1 Mistake Proof chemical Batching Equipment:

FIFO type chemical storage bins are designed and standardized to meet the requirement for both the tyre and rubber component manufacturing industries.

As per the formulation the loading and the weighing door of the bin automatically opens and the batch weighment is completely controlled.

1.2.2 Auto Oil Batching Equipment:

The equipment is designed to load the oil automatically into the container, Auto Weighing and Injection of Oil into the Mixer.

As per the formulation the oil is automatically weighed and batch identification is generated (RFID) for Manual Feeding ( Kneader).

1.2.3 Carbon black handling equipment:

Based on the formulation, the equipment automatically weighs the carbon during the batching process. The

equipment eliminates the batch-to-batch variation in weight. The system provides a eco- friendly environment for

handling the carbon.

The carbon will be conveyed pneumatically, to the Day bin. Auto Carbon unloading system from the Jumbo Bag.

1.2.4 Polymer Batching Equipment :

For Polymer weighing, online Polymer conveyor are supplied with the capacity ranging from 250-700 kg. Intermediate conveyors are also supplied for charging the polymer into mixer.

As per the formulation the polymer Weighment is completely controlled and automatic batch identification is generated.

1.2.5 Centralized Recipe management system:

The above-mentioned equipment are completely integrated and networked with a powerful Recipe

management system. This system provides a secured way of creating, modifying and deleting the recipe. This

system helps to plan and create the day plan for production.

Instantaneous level indication of raw material in each station and consumption report can be taken from this

system

1.3 Mixer Sequence Control system:

This equipment guides the operator for the sequence of addition of chemical, oil, carbon black and polymer into

the kneader/ banburry/ Intermix.

The Mixer software suite helps the customer to run the mixer in following controls, like Time, Temperature,

Energy, Variable RPM, Ram Pressure, Ram Position, Dump Temperature, Set Unified control Parameters for

Auxiliary Equipments like TCU, Downstream Equipments like TSS/CTM/CTE & Batch off.

Online recording of mixed batches to record the Yield output.

1.4 Benefits:

1. Ensure consistent quality out put 2. Reduce wastages & avoid compound scroch. 3. Better & clean environment in the plant; pollution control. 4. Complying to customer regulations on pokeyoke & traceability 5. Complete control over production throughput. 6. Complete tracability to handle customer complains – improved customer relationship. 7. Gget more business being the pride owner of state of the art poke yoke system. 8. Have a lean manufacturing process. 9. Consistent mixing quality. 10. Increased 25% mixing efficiencey. 11. Reduced labour. (2-3 operators to run the mixing plant) 12. Complete track of the raw materials & accountability.

Asset Management

Mr. Naushad Shikalgar - CEO, J N Engineering

Purpose

Asset management is a systematic process of deploying, operating, maintaining, upgrading, and disposing of

assets cost-effectively.

Maintenance is important in any organization. Without proper maintenance, assets deteriorate over time causing

a knock on effect on the quality of the output produced. It can also impact the safety of the asset or the people

that operate it.

Background

Traditionally, maintenance has been viewed as a cost centre in an organization; it costs money to hire

maintenance technicians and purchase the spare parts to keep systems running smoothly. Too often, senior

executives ignore the added value maintenance can bring to an organization such as:

A reduction in reactive maintenance costs Reducing costs to restart production after a breakdown Limiting production scrap Costs of downtime such as missed orders and lost revenue Customer perception/satisfaction Improved quality of products Reduced environmental impact

Conclusion

Asset Management focuses in assuring the people, parts and processes are optimized to improve asset

performance. Reducing inventory, maintenance costs and the number of downtime events raises productivity,

while driving financial performance and predictability. It helps employees who need the right tools to make good

decisions about driving plant performance.

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RCMA is organization formed for the mutual

benefits of various traders, importers and agents in the

year 1994 with the help of far sighted merchants who

were dealing in Rubber and Chemicals. Every year it

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only association where all the Rubber Merchants come

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AIRIA – WR, SUMMARY OF RECENT EVENTS

Date Event Venue

11/10/2014 Lecture on Polymer Blend By IRI GPM-Bandra

17/10/2014 COURSE OF DIRI / PG DIRI COMMENCES BANDRA POLYTECHNIC

19/11/2014 Pune Foundation Day and IRE Roadshow Pune ( Holiday Inn)

22/11/2014 Coffee with Chairman- Ask The Doctor Golden Chariot,Vasai

27/11/2014 IRE 2015 Roadshow at Ahmedabad- LECTURE ON EPDM MICROWAVE CURE Novotel, Ahmedabad

09/12/2014 HALF DAY WORK SHOP "ON THE FLOOR " WITH EXPERTS Sofitel, BKC

12/12/2014 Coffee with Chairman-ASK THE DOCTOR ON MOLDING DEFECTS

AMBAD INDUSTRY & MANUFACTURER ASSOCIATION,Nasik

16/12/2014 IRE 2015 Roadshow at Mumbai Sofitel, BKC

20/12/2014 Lecture on Lean Management AIRIA conference hall

03/01/2015 Rubber Sports League GPM-Bandra

31/01/2015 Coffee With Chairman at Bhayander GCC Hotel and Resorts

25/02/2015 Cross Linking by Organic Peroxides for Various Elastomers Kala Sagar Hotel, Pune

02/03/2015 Export Council Meeting with Shri Ravi Dammu, Joint Secretary of Commerce Hilton Hotel, Mumbai

20/03/2015 Sharpen Your Skills- NBR GPM-Bandra

04/04/2015 Sharpen Your Skills- Silicone GPM-Bandra

17/04/2015 “SIDBI’s initiative for the growth and development of micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSME) in India.” AIRIA conference hall

18/04/2015 Sharpen Your Skills- EPDM GPM-Bandra

20/04/2015 Role of Carbon Black in Rubber" Keys Hotel

25/04/2015 Sharpen Your Skills- Natural Rubber GPM-Bandra

30/04/2015 Industrial Visit to Lord India Pvt Ltd and Ceat Limited Lord India Pvt Ltd and Ceat Limited Plants

07/05/2015 An Interactive Talk with Ms. Kanokporn Chotipal (Director & Consul, Investment, Thailand) in India AIRIA conference hall

07/05/2015 Interaction with CMD, Dr Kshatrapati Shivaji, IAS SIDBI Office, BKC

16/05/2015 Resin Session Bawa International Hotel

18/05/2015 Meeting with Mr. Vu Son Thuy, Consul General and Ambassador of Vietnam Vietnam Office

06/06/2015 “Interview” for Students Passing BE from SRICT, Ankleshwar AIRIA conference hall

16/06/2015 Presentation on Competitive FluoroElastomers in Automotive Rubber Parts by CHR & DOG Holiday Inn Pune

NRC – 2015, MUMBAI

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