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Sustainable Rubber Initiative: 30% Bio-Based Content Achieved in Standard EPDM Conveyor Belts
Industry-first sustainable EPDM formulation uses guayule-derived rubber and recycled carbon black—without compromising tensile strength or abrasion resistance.
Mar 17th,2026
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In alignment with EU Green Deal targets, the company launched its EcoFlex™ EPDM series—incorporating 30% bio-based elastomer from non-food-source guayule shrubs and 20% reclaimed carbon black from end-of-life tires.
Rigorous ASTM D395/D2240 testing confirmed equivalent elongation (≥450%) and wear resistance (DIN 53516 abrasion loss <120 mm³) versus conventional belts.
This scalable green chemistry approach reduces cradle-to-gate CO₂e by 27%, supporting OEMs’ Scope 3 decarbonization goals.
