Because you may want to ride in Vintage or Neo-Retro style even when the weather’s bad, Five now offers a weatherproof mid-season version of its top-selling Custom style. Based on our most protective Custom glove, the Kansas WP echoes all the characteristics of the Kansas, with the addition of a weatherproof, breathable 5_DRYTECH™ internal … Continue reading "Five Kansas Waterproof Leather Gloves"

A new paper discusses the synthesis of renewable isosorbide-based polyurethane acrylate resins for UV-cured coating with adjustable properties. Isosorbide (IS) is an ideal bio-based monomer capable of preparing high-performance polymeric materials to substitute petroleum-based materials. During the stduy, IS is applied as source material to prepare polyurethane acrylate resins (PUA-ISCL2/4/6/8) and ultimately for the preparation … Continue reading "Isosorbide-based polyurethane acrylate resins"

Bassermann Minerals, a 100% subsidiary of the Stockmeier Group, has taken over the distribution of BKT Carbon, an Indian manufacturer of ASTM and specialty carbon blacks. BKT Carbon is part of the BKT Group, a well-known tire manufacturer for special tires (e.g. for trucks). The BKT Group has a turnover of over EUR 0,95 billion. … Continue reading "Bassermann Minerals becomes distribution partner of BKT Carbon"