Rubber Industry Transformed by Breakthrough in Skim Latex Recovery

The Rubber Research Institute of India has unveiled a groundbreaking method to recover high-quality rubber from skim latex, a by-product of centrifuged latex production. This innovative process is set to revolutionize the rubber industry by significantly improving efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing product quality.  

 

Traditionally, recovering rubber from skim latex has been a labor-intensive and time-consuming process, often yielding low-grade rubber and generating foul odors. The new method developed by the institute eliminates the need for plastic sacks, reduces processing time to just 24 hours, and ensures complete recovery of high-quality rubber. This eco-friendly approach also alleviates pressure on effluent treatment systems, addressing long-standing environmental concerns.  

 

The recovered rubber, branded as Indian Purified Skim Rubber, offers superior quality at a lower cost, making it highly attractive to manufacturers. The technology has already been transferred to the Federation of Latex Processors and is available for adoption by other factories. Industry stakeholders have shown keen interest in this innovation, recognizing its potential to streamline production processes and enhance competitiveness.  

 

Key Highlights:  

- New process reduces rubber recovery time from skim latex to 24 hours.  

- Eliminates the use of plastic sacks, minimizing environmental impact.  

- Produces high-quality rubber branded as Indian Purified Skim Rubber.  

- Technology available for adoption by latex processing factories.  

- Expected to boost efficiency and sustainability in the rubber industry.  

 

Source: The Hindu BusinessLine, Rubber World, The Hindu.