Sekhar Research Innovations Sdn Bhd (SRI) is currently working with our licensees, partners and rubber manufacturers on the following:
- Consulting on Processing and Recycling Solutions
- Production of custom compounds for the following product ranges:
- Retreads
- Motorcycle Tyres
- Bicycle Tyres
- NR and Butyl Rubber Tubes
- Automotive Components
- General Rubber Goods
Other activities:
A. Cryogenic Crumb Application Solutions
B. Manufacturing Solutions related to Process Automation and Bulk Volume Processing
C. Specialized Processing Aids
Other SRI Research Activities and their Status
- A Low Protein Latex has been developed for the production of latex dipped goods such as, examination and surgical gloves, catheters and condoms which have residual extractable protein levels below the sensitivity limits of accepted test methods. This technology is in the process of being licensed for production in Malaysia with one of the world’s leading manufacturers preparing to launch full production runs.
- SP Rubbers & High-Spec Engineering Rubber
- Solutions for improved Latex Centrifugation Efficiency.
- Solutions for improved Latex Creaming Efficiency.
- A Latex-Impregnated Fabric has been developed that can be used to make a low cost water proof, flame resistant blanket for emergency aid. It would have been perfect for Katrina and other disasters all over the world.
- A Drying System for Crumb Rubber (SMR) has been developed that substantially accelerates output and automates most of the process. It is already licensed in Malaysia and negotiations are proceeding for Thailand and Indonesia.
- R&D
- Low Molecular Weight Rubber
Ongoing Sekhar Research Innovations Sdn Bhd (SRI) Research Programs
- Our program is directed at increasing the speed, cost-efficiency, processing capacity and performance of our Devulcanization technology. The program is well advanced We have been able to establish an impressive level of performance and viability while maintaining a low energy footprint.
- Another objective is the development of recycled elastomers into fully accepted standardized raw material compounds, not merely fillers and diluents, but value-added compounds which contribute to the performance of the final product. With the recent successes we have had SRI has been able to establish 4 separate compounds that fit this category. The 2 primary compounds being NR based Compound from whole truck tyres and SR based Compound from Passenger Car tyres. The others are EPDM compound from EPDM scrap and Butyl Compound from Butyl scrap and inner liner recovery.
- Research into the development of new and advanced Processing Aids is another priority with emphasis on high performance and low cost. (Processing aids are materials that modify the behavior of compounds during processing, or performance performance characteristics of the final product. In rubber technology, processing aids have become a vital component in nearly all manufactured products, molded, extruded or otherwise)
