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India’s Fabhind Expands in Gujarat

Satnam Singh
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India’s Fabhind Expands in Gujarat

Tyre pyrolysis plant manufacturer Fabhind is expanding by setting-up second plant in the Mehsana district of Gujarat

Ritesh Prajapati, CEO, Fabhind Pvt Ltd

“The Mehsana site started operating about six months ago, and is regarded as the state-of-the-art plant, producing a range of tyre pyrolysis plants such as an Advanced Batch Plant (ABAP), Continuous plant and RCB plant with the latest available technology including CNC machines and automatic welding machines for enhanced quality and accuracy,” informed Ritesh Prajapati, CEO, Fabhind Pvt Ltd at the Jaipur (Rajasthan) tyre recycling conclave organised by the Tyre & Rubber Recyclers Association of India (TRRAI). The Ahmedabad plant is also engaged in the production of shredders, pyrolysis and RCB lines.

The company is engaged in the production, supply and installation of waste recycling lines along with accessories and asphalt road equipment, opened a second site in Mehsana district (around 75, Km from Ahmedabad) spreading over an area of 200,000 sq ft.

Focus is on continuous tyre recycling plants

Fabhind produces a range of waste tyre recycling plants, but the focus is now on producing continuous tyre recycling plants, semi-continuous tyre recycling plants and upgraded ABAP tyre pyrolysis plants in the new Mehsana site.

Fabhind Continuous Pyrolysis Plant under construction

Low on automation and labour-intensive, the batch type plant needs to be stopped after every single process, taking 16-20 hrs a day, while the continuous type of plant is operated continuously without any interruption for larger feedstock flow. A batch type plant processes a maximum of 12 tons of material per day while continuous type plant processes up to 100 tons per day.

The continuous waste tyre recycling plant has features such as auto feeding system, auto discharge system, multiple point monitoring of temperature and pressure, central electric control system, hot air circulation heating system, secondary fire-retardant damper and use of advance techniques with high quality of material for getting a higher yield of products.

An ISO 9001:2015 certified company has also introduced a unique feature for the panel of this plant called PLC based SCADA system (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) to access the working of the plant remotely via mobile.

Currently, both plants have a cumulative capacity to produce to 200 machines with applications in tyre recycling and road construction.

Commenting on the evolving tyre recycling market, “India’s tyre and recycling market is still at the nascent stage but expected to make major strides in the next five-years on the back of EPR regulation introduced by the government. Our expansion is also in line with emerging opportunities in the near future,” said Prajapati.

Rathi Group Poised for rCB Capacity Expansion

Satnam Singh
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Rathi Group Poised for rCB Capacity Expansion

Chennai based Rathi Group’s is set to boost its Recovered Carbon Black (rCB) production capacity to 20,000 MT annually by December 2024 with a new Green Field expansion of 15,000 MT/Annum

The expansion is undergoing at group entity Rathi Green Energy Private Limited, building on five years of experience, incorporating insights gained from its existing 5,000 MT/Annum plant to meet customer demand for high-quality rCB at scale.

This expansion positions the company as a key player in the sustainable materials market, catering to volume buyers like tyre manufacturers who are seeking dependable, eco-friendly alternatives to virgin carbon black. The rCB is being marketed under the brand name ‘Capital Carbon.’

Addressing the Demand for Consistency and Volume

With rCB still in the approval stage for many industries, securing consistent, high-volume supply remains a challenge. “After customer approvals, the next big concern is availability of material in volumes,” said Ravi Rathi, Director, Rathi Group. “This expansion is designed to meet that demand by ensuring a steady supply of high-quality rCB for large-volume users like tyre manufacturers.”

With its expanded capacity, Rathi Group is poised to deliver large volumes of high-quality rCB, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and circularity. This move solidifies the company’s leadership in the global rCB market and supports industries in meeting their sustainability goals.

“By making rCB available for re-use in tyres and other products, we’re helping our customers meet their sustainability targets,” added Ambesh Rathi, Director, Rathi Green Energy Private Limited.

Researchers Pioneer 6PPD Breakthrough

Ewan Scott
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Researchers Pioneer 6PPD Breakthrough

University of Delaware researchers have developed an innovative method to mitigate environmental contamination from 6PPD in discarded tyres, opening a path to safer recycling practices that turn harmful components into valuable products

The new study, published in Nature Chemical Engineering, introduces a process that chemically converts harmful tyre components into safe, reusable materials.

The research team, led by Dion Vlachos, chair of UD’s Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, has devised a technique to upgrade 6PPD, a molecule in tires that offers UV protection but converts into a dangerous pollutant, 6PPD-quinone.

“Tyres are responsible for about one-third of the microplastics in the environment,” according to Vlachos, who also heads the Delaware Energy Institute.

Under the exposure to sunlight, 6PPD transforms into 6PPD-quinone, releasing harmful diketone molecules into the atmosphere from tyres not only in use but also those abandoned in landfills.

Traditional efforts to break down tyre materials, like those involving high-heat pyrolysis, have struggled to address the stubborn 6PPD chemicals.

The University of Delaware team took a different approach, using chemical extraction. By heating tyre crumbs in a microwave reactor and separating the molecules using a solvent, they effectively removed 6PPD. The extracted molecules then underwent a chemical conversion to become safe, marketable chemicals.

The remaining tyre material was found suitable for recycling through conventional methods, making it feasible to reuse in applications such as playground surfaces, roads and other commercial products.

“I think actual recycling of the tyre itself is important, so there are truly circular solutions that are doing upcycling,” Vlachos said in a news release. “We must make things at a large enough scale and at a reasonable cost outside of the laboratory. This has to be demonstrated with pilot-scale facilities. We haven’t done that [yet].”

The study points to the potential for real-world impact but acknowledges the necessity of further engineering efforts and industry collaboration for mass adoption.

“We need to educate the community. We need social sensitivity, awareness. It’s not a problem that will solve itself,” added Vlachos.

Source: University of Delaware

Youngstown Council Extends Pyrolysis Moratorium

Ewan Scott
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Youngstown Council Extends Pyrolysis Moratorium

Youngstown Council has extended its moratorium on the SOBE pyrolysis project to allow further study into the impact of the process

Youngstown council voted to extend the pyrolysis moratorium first passed last year. The vote resulted in applause from audience members, as the city does what it can to stop the company’s plans. 

In a stunning statement Youngstown Councilwoman Anita Davis stated; “There’s no other country that has a process like this. It’s so brand new. It’s experimental. I just don’t like Youngstown being used as the guinea pig.”

According to the Ohio EPA, SOBE wants to install a Thermolyzer (pyrolysis) unit to process tyre chips. The unit will produce a synthetic gas that would serve as a supplemental fuel in two existing natural gas-fired boilers that are already installed, operating, and permitted

“I would like to see a forum with SOBE where a panel of carefully vetted scientists and experts in the field could ask questions, clarifying this process and determining if hazardous air pollutants and hazardous waste are released,” explained Mary Krupa of Youngstown, “what the possibilities of fire and explosion are.”

“Our findings show the pyrolysis process is extremely dangerous and has very real potential to harm Youngstown’s residents and pollute this community,” explained Ellie Buerk, Certified Legal Intern with Kramer’s Environmental Law Clinic at Case Western Reserve University, representing SOBE Concerned Citizens.

Curiously, for a project that is not available in any other country according to Councilwoman Davis, the following is also being stated.

“Everytime you say, What is the process, it’s always hidden behind proprietary law,” explained Doug Fowler of McDonald. “And that’s true of a lot of these plants that they’ve tried. With 11 across the United States, there’s only nine now. None of them have been really shown to make a profit.”

SOBE was not represented at the meeting. Perhaps, for the pyrolysis sector, this should be a case study in why proper project stakeholder public relations need to be built into planning a project.

Source: 21-WFMJ?

Excitement Building for Jornadas Argentinas de Tecnología del Caucho

Naida Jahić
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Excitement Building for Jornadas Argentinas de Tecnología del Caucho

The anticipation and excitement is growing for the 16th Jornadas Argentinas de Tecnología del Caucho (Argentine Rubber Technology Conference). The conference will cover various topics that address raw materials and compounds, rubber processing, machinery and equipment for the transformation of elastomers, sustainability amongst other topics.

About the Conference

The Argentine Rubber Technology Conference, organised in collaboration with the FAIC, Federación Argentina de la industria del Caucho o(Argentine Federation of the Rubber Industry) and the SLTC, Sociedad Latinoamericana de Tecnología del Caucho (Latin American Society of Rubber Technology) is an essential event in the industrial, academic and scientific fields in Argentina. The conference will serve as an opportunity for attendees to network and learn more about various advancements in technology, production processes and innovative rubber applications.  

The conference will gather a diverse audience including entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, academics and technicians from various countries in the world. In terms of tyre recycling, the presentations will focus on the circular Economy, european legislation, recycling, sustainable finance, objectives of sustainable development, devulcanization and rubberised asphalt.

The event will take place on November 27 and November 28 at the National Institute of Industrial Technology in Buenos Aires, starting at 8:30 AM on both days.

If you would like to attend the conference either virtually or in-person you can purchase access via the event website.

Pyrum Gains Delivery Approval from Continental for Pyrum rCB

Ewan Scott
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Pyrum Gains Delivery Approval from Continental for Pyrum rCB

Pyrum Innovations AG has received the unlimited delivery approval from Continental for the Pyrum recovered Carbon Black (rCB) from the plant in Dillingen/Saar

As part of the Continental audit, Pyrum successfully carried out the process capability analysis for the two new lines in recent weeks. The analysis serves to evaluate the short and long-term process stability. The values determined show a long-term capability (Cpk) of 2.16 for TAD 2 and 2.70 for TAD 3 as well as a short-term capability (Ppk) of 2.49 (TAD 2) and 3.38 (TAD 3). The results are above the required standard values specified by the automotive industry (Cpk: 1.33; Ppk: 1.67).

On this basis, Continental has granted Pyrum authorisation to supply Pyrum rCB from TAD 2 and TAD 3. The audit was necessary in order to grind the TCU (raw coke) from the two new lines in the existing mill into rCB and then deliver it to Continental for use in tyre production. With the approval for the shredder plant granted at the beginning of 2024, Pyrum has now received unlimited delivery approval for the entire plant in Dillingen/Saar with the additional delivery approval for TAD 2 and TAD 3.

Pascal Klein, CEO of Pyrum Innovations AG said; “We are extremely proud to have reached this significant milestone together. After three years of intensive work, we have now received unlimited approval for our plant in Dillingen. We owe this in particular to the valuable experience gained from the commissioning of TAD 2 and TAD 3 and the tireless commitment of our entire team. We are proud to fulfil the high criteria of the automotive industry and look forward to working closely with Continental. The approval that has now been granted is the cornerstone for a significant increase in sales next year.”

Pyrum is now planning to further increase rCB volumes by installing the new grinding and pelletising plant. The foundations for the grinding hall were completed on schedule at the end of October. In addition, the steel construction is currently being tendered. All plant components for the grinding plant have already been delivered and stored in Dillingen. Installation is planned for the first quarter of 2025 due to the technical integration with the pelletising plant.

Marangoni Named as Official Trophy Sponsor of the Recircle Awards 2025

Ewan Scott
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Marangoni Named as Official Trophy Sponsor of the Recircle Awards 2025

The Marangoni Group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability in the sector by becoming a sponsor of the current edition of the awards

Retreading Business and Tyre & Rubber Recycling magazines, the organisers of the Recircle Awards, has announced that the Marangoni Group will be the official Trophy Sponsors of the 2025 edition of the Awards, which recognise excellence in the global tyre Retreading and Recycling sectors. With its support for the awards, the Italian company wishes to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability.

David Wilson, Publisher of Retreading Business and Tyre & Rubber Recycling, commented: “The Marangoni Group has supported the Recircle Awards since its inception, and we are delighted that the Group has chosen to be this year’s Trophy Sponsors. The support of key industry players like Marangoni can only strengthen the position of the Recircle Awards as the key global awards event recognising the sustainable credentials of our industry, and we hope that this will encourage more companies from around the world to become involved and help promote their own achievements as well as the strength of the retreading and recycling sectors in general.”

For his part, after announcing his participation as official sponsor in this edition of the Recircle Awards, Vittorio Marangoni, president of the Marangoni Group, commented: “It is a real pleasure fo rus to support the Recircle Awards, as we believe that there is not enough awareness and knowledge about best sustainability practices in the tyre Industry, such as Retreading for example. Furthermore, we believe that this award has a very important value because it gives the opportunity to learn about initiatives, process and companies that do not have the visibility or the strength to spread their message to the entire world. Therefore, we are very excited about this new edition of the Recircle Awards. We are convinced that it will be a success and that the best will win.”

As official sponsor of the awards, the Marangoni Group will obtain key benefits in the two magazines published by the company organising the awards, Retreading Business and Tyre & Rubber Recycling, both being world-renowned in the tyre retreading and recycling sectors and official media of the awards.

These benefits consist of the production of videos, email campaigns, promotion of website and social networks, support for press releases, as well as preferential coverage in the post-awards supplement that will be published by the associated media and the recording of a video podcast on the popular Retreadcast, published by Retreading Business magazine.

Meanwhile, nominations for the Recircle Awards 2025 are now open and can be made through the official voting and nomination platform on the awards website: www.recircleawards.com.

The list of finalists will be announced in a virtual ceremony on Monday, January 20, 2025. From that moment on, the voting period will be open, which will last until Friday, March 14, 2025. Finally, the awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 22, 2025, during the Autopromotec 2025 https://www.autopromotec.com/en/fair in Bologna (Italy).

In line with the sustainability concept of the Recircle Awards, the trophies, created by the Spanish design company Neusus Upcycling, are made with recycled rubber, from end-of-life tyres, with a base constructed from recycled copper.

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ATRA Questions Australian Data

Ewan Scott
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ATRA Questions Australian Data

The Australian Tyre Recyclers Association (ATRA) is concerned to ensure that data published by Tyre Stewardship Australia is understood

According to Robert Kelman, Executive Officer ATRA; “All recycling sectors have issues that need to be resolved, and ATRA is supportive of resolving those issues within the used tyre recovery sector that require resolution, including; – capturing free riders, – banning landfill disposal,  better capturing waste tracking data,  enforcing the federal export ban on whole baled tyres,  improved governance of the existing TSA and; reducing the ongoing legal disposal in-pit of mining (OTR) tyres .

“It’s truly shocking we only recover 13 per cent of the massive OTR market and bury the rest.

“However, TSA’s revised data actually shows there has been no change in the collection rate of used passenger, truck and bus tyres, though it appears there was during the period, an unacceptable increase in the landfilling of some used tyres.”

He said the ATRA would support state bans on the landfilling of all used tyres; these tyres should go to a beneficial use. However, to lump this (unfortunately) legal disposal into the data as TSA has and suggest all these tyres are being ‘disbursed’ into the environment does not help in advancing the broader policy debate and resolving the issues that need to be resolved.

“Australia has a highly functional and well capitalised free market for used tyre collection and recycling; at 98 per cent collection there is no apparent ‘market failure’ that would warrant the Federal government intervening in the collection market,” said Kelman “Let’s fix the things that need fixing. But the proposal from TSA to intervene in the market, creating a full command and control EPR scheme, setting the prices and the geographies recyclers can operate in, as they do in British Columbia and Italy, would appear to be an overreach.”

TIA Announces Dick Gust Joining the Tire Recycling Foundation

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TIA Announces Dick Gust Joining the Tire Recycling Foundation

The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is proud to announce that its CEO, Dick Gust, has joined the inaugural Board of Directors for the Tire Recycling Foundation (TRF), a joint initiative led by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) and TIA

The TRF’s mission is to foster innovation, accelerate sustainability, and support research and development efforts to advance tire recycling and the circular economy.

Gust, a long-time advocate for sustainability in the tire industry, will bring his extensive leadership experience to TRF’s Board, helping to drive the Foundation’s goal of achieving 100% tyre recycling and expanding the market for innovative end-of-life tyre (ELT) solutions. The TRF’s inaugural Board includes 15 global leaders with deep expertise in the tyre manufacturing, recycling, and transportation sectors, positioning the Foundation to make significant strides in sustainable tire management.

The TRF’s Board will focus on critical initiatives aimed at enhancing tyre reuse markets, securing funding for innovation, and advancing the development of emerging technologies like rubber-modified asphalt (RMA), which helps improve the performance and sustainability of road surfaces. The Foundation’s long-term goal is to achieve 100% circularity for end-of-life tires by 2030, a milestone that will have a transformative impact on the environment and the tyre industry.

“It is an honour to be part of the Tire Recycling Foundation’s efforts to advance sustainable tyre recycling,” said Dick Gust, CEO of TIA. “The tyre industry is at a pivotal moment, with tremendous opportunities to improve the circularity of tyre products and reduce their environmental footprint. I look forward to working alongside my fellow Board Members and industry stakeholders to accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions and ensure that the tyre recycling supply chain continues to evolve for the benefit of both industry and the planet.”

As part of its fundraising efforts, the TRF aims to raise $300,000 in 2025 to support critical projects focused on tyre recycling research, education, and demonstration initiatives. A longer-term goal of $2-3 million is set for 2026, to further accelerate the development and deployment of tyre recycling solutions across the global supply chain.

The TRF Board members represent a broad range of expertise, from tyre manufacturers and recyclers to public policy experts and sustainability leaders, all of whom will contribute to the Foundation’s efforts to drive meaningful change in tyre recycling and reclamation practices.

The full list of the TRF Board of Directors includes:

  • Dr. John Baldwin, Chief Product and Technical Strategist, Discount Tire
  • Greg Bell, President, Tire Pros/American Tire Distributors
  • Thomas Boehme, CEO/President, Genan, Inc.
  • Olivier Brauen, VP Circularity Business Transformation, Michelin
  • Amy Lestition Burke, Executive Director/CEO, SWANA
  • Art Dodge, CEO/President, ECORE International
  • Anne Forristall Luke, President & CEO, USTMA
  • Terry Galvin, Vice President, Recycling Services Mining Tire Group, Kal Tire
  • Dick Gust, CEO, TIA
  • Allie Kelly, Executive Director, The Ray
  • Maureen Kline, Vice President, Public Affairs and Sustainability, Pirelli Tire LLC
  • Nicolas Nicolaou, Vice President, End-of-Life Tire Solutions and Sustainability, US Auto Force
  • Darcy Robison, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Goodyear
  • Andy Thompson, Global Director of Sustainability Policy, Bridgestone
  • Thomas Womble, CEO, Liberty Tire Recycling

The Tire Recycling Foundation is committed to advancing tyre recycling technologies, supporting education and outreach efforts, and securing funding to ensure that tyre recycling becomes an essential part of the global circular economy.

Big Atom Signs Partnership with Tyre Spot to Become Dedicated Tyre Recycling Partner

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Big Atom Signs Partnership with Tyre Spot to Become Dedicated Tyre Recycling Partner

Big Atom has partnered with Tyre Spot, an independent, family-owned tyre wholesaler in the Northeast

With branches stocking over 60,000 tyres daily, Tyre Spot has selected Big Atom to manage its tyre recycling, ensuring a streamlined and eco-friendly solution for tyre disposal.

This partnership allows Tyre Spot to streamline operations, focusing on delivering high-quality new tyres without the extra task of handling used ones. Now, drivers can prioritise efficient, timely deliveries, enhancing customer service without the hassle of scrap tyre collection.

Before partnering with Big Atom, Tyre Spot faced several operational pain points:

  1. Logistical Challenges: Storing scrap tyres in clean delivery vans affected efficiency and cleanliness.
  2. Compliance Concerns: Managing environmental paperwork can be complex and timely, and over-storage of scrap tyres increases fire safety concerns at smaller sites.
  3. Customer Service Focus: Handling used tyres diverted drivers’ attention from providing top service for new tyre deliveries.


By partnering with Big Atom, Tyre Spot has effectively resolved these issues. “Big Atom want to take a headache away from us, which is the scrap tyre, and turn it into a reusable product, which as a bonus ticks our environmental care box,” says Jeff Riley, Sales Manager at Tyre Spot.

For Big Atom, this partnership is equally rewarding. With a team of three dedicated drivers and a micro hub setup, Big Atom has streamlined tyre collection services to increase their recycling volumes. Both businesses are committed to sustainability, and working together to create a circular economy aligns with their forward-thinking business models.

“Partnering with Tyre Spot marks an important step for Big Atom as we expand our approach to creating a circular economy for tyres,” said Alexander Guslisty, Founder of Big Atom. “This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to creating a solution for the tyre industry that not only supports environmental goals but also integrates seamlessly into our partners’ operations. We’re excited to continue to expand our network and enhance our digital platform, setting a new standard for circularity in the tyre industry.”

The relationship between Big Atom and Tyre Spot has been in place for a year and feedback from both companies has been overwhelmingly positive. Staff from both sides have praised the partnership, noting that it’s working perfectly, with enhanced efficiency, environmental compliance, and customer service.

“Big Atom has a revolutionary way of looking at the tyre disposal market. It gives us options in the market whereby we can use Big Atom’s service to give our customers extra benefits and gives us an extra string to our bow,” said Johnathon Shaw, Joint Managing Director of Tyre Spot.

Big Atom in coming to this partnership is showing the way forward for collectors to better manage their feedstocks and address the challenges faced by those operating on T8 exemptions who simply collect to export. Partnerships are the way forward for the tyre collection and recycling sector.

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