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Zeon Invests in Taiwanese Startup Developing SWCNT Conductive Paste for Next-Generation Lithium-Ion Batteries

on November 7, 2025 in Industry

Zeon has announced an investment in Sino Applied Technology (SiAT), a Taiwan-based startup developing conductive paste using single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) for next-generation lithium-ion batteries. The investment follows a basic agreement signed in May between the two companies. Under the partnership, Zeon will support SiAT’s plan to expand production capacity for its SWCNT-based conductive paste and will collaborate on joint...

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Nitta Breaks Ground on New Production Building for Namd CNT–CF Compounding

on June 21, 2022 in Products

Nitta Corp. (TYO:5186) recently held a ceremony to mark the start of construction for an eighth building at its Nara Plant. Construction of the new building is set to be finished by the end of March 2023 for a total cost of 650 million yen ($4.81 million), with operations then beginning in June. The building will be used for production...

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Asahi Rubber Develops CNT-Filled Silicone Rubber Composite Alongside GSI Creos

on February 4, 2022 in Innovation

Rubber manufacturer Asahi Rubber Inc. has worked with a partner to develop silicone rubber with cup-stacked carbon nanotubes (CSCNTs) dispersed throughout, creating a material that combines high conductivity with optimal hardness. Following a long period of demonstration testing, the new material is set to be used in auto parts that remain usable even under harsh outdoor conditions, and will start...

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Nitta Wins Award From SAMPE Japan for Innovative Compounding Technology

on September 30, 2021 in Industry

Nitta Corp. (TYO:5186) has received a product and technology award for its Namd project as part of the 2020 SAMPE Awards from SAMPE Japan, the Japanese arm of the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) Based in the U.S., SAMPE focuses primarily on technologies relating to materials, their processing and their application, aiming here to contribute...

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Nitta Receives JSCM Technology Award for Namd Project

on July 27, 2021 in Industry

Nitta Corp. (TYO:5186) recently revealed that it has received a technology award for its Namd project, which oversees technology for dispersing the company’s carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and depositing them evenly onto carbon fibers. Engaged largely in the manufacture of industrial belts and other such rubber products, Nitta received this award as part of a fiscal 2021 conference of the Japan...

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Zeon Uses Single-Walled CNTs to Develop Conductive Silicone Rubber With Medical Applications

on January 26, 2021 in Innovation

Zeon Corp. (TYO:4205) has used single-walled carbon nanotubes (CNTs) to develop a masterbatch that significantly improves the conductivity of silicone rubber. Compounds using this new masterbatch are being targeted toward use in medical equipment that can help limit the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and similar conditions. Zeon is pursuing joint research here alongside Novation Solutions LLC (NovationSi), a U.S.-based manufacturer...

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