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The Activ8 Solution

Activ8 introduces a groundbreaking transformation in the rubber curing process, offering unparalleled advantages in curing and final rubber properties for sulfur-based diene rubbers. This innovative technology influences every stage of rubber production, from the selection of curatives and mixing processes to energy efficiency and final product properties.

Boosting Productivity,
Maximizing Returns, Sustaining the Future.

What Does Activ8 Do?

Activ8 leverages a proprietary ionic liquid system that effectively dissolves all rubber curatives, surpassing the limitations of traditional surface particulate chemistry used in rubber curing for over a century. This breakthrough enables unmatched dispersion of active species throughout the rubber matrix, resulting in highly efficient coordination during both the curing phase and crosslink formation. The implications are significant, reducing the number of curatives required, lowering energy demands, and streamlining the curing process for the optimized system.

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Activ8: Main Features

Generally suitable as a drop in product
Reduction in cure time of up to 50%+
Reduction in energy costs up to 50%+
Low dosage for large impact (0.5phr to 5phr)
Heavy Metal Free
Non-nitrosamine forming
Works in most rubber systems (NR, SBR, IIR, NBR, EPDM)
Contains REACH approved components
Introduces opportunities for significant cure package optimisation

Activ8: Smarter Alternatives to DPG & ZnO

Rubber OEMs are under growing regulatory and customer pressure to reduce the use of traditional accelerators like DPG and high zinc oxide loadings. DPG is increasingly restricted due to its classification as a harmful substance, while excess ZnO contributes to environmental toxicity and tighter discharge limits worldwide. Activ8 provides an effective alternative—delivering the same or better curing performance with significantly lower reliance on DPG and ZnO, helping manufacturers stay compliant, sustainable, and competitive.

The Challenge in Rubber Manufacturing

Rubber manufacturers face rising demands to cut costs, boost efficiency, and achieve ambitious sustainability targets. Activ8 transforms this challenge into opportunity—delivering faster cure times, lower energy use, and reduced zinc oxide dependence. The result: higher productivity, stronger margins, and compliance with the strictest environmental standards.

What Sets Us Apart

Activ8 delivers faster cures, lower energy use, and reduced zinc oxide dependence—helping rubber manufacturers cut costs and boost margins. By turning efficiency into profitability and embedding sustainability at the core, Activ8 gives our customers a competitive edge today. And as we continue to push the boundaries of Activ8 technology, we remain committed to supporting the future of a more productive and sustainable rubber industry.

Boosting Productivity with Faster Curing EPDM

S&N Rubber partnered with JTI Partners to tackle a key challenge: reducing press cycle times and increasing throughput without disrupting their production setup. By incorporating Activ8 into their existing EPDM formulation, they achieved a 33% reduction in cure time—cutting cycle times from up to 180 seconds down to a consistent 120 seconds. The result? Faster curing, higher crosslink density, and significant cost savings.

Discover how Activ8 delivered measurable improvements in speed and efficiency—read the full case study here.

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