Bi2S3: a promising solid lubricant for demanding applications
As industries push the boundaries of performance and efficiency, the demand for advanced lubrication solutions has never been greater. Traditional lubricant additives, while effective in many applications, often struggle in extreme environments characterized by high temperatures, extreme pressures, and specialized material requirements. In the search for enhanced lubrication, bismuth sulfide (Bi2S3) has emerged as a […]
Introducing ecoZir Sand: The high-quality zirconium silicate for sintered friction materials
Are you struggling to find a raw material that ensures both high performance and reliability in sintered friction materials? Many manufacturers face challenges in sourcing materials that meet strict requirements for particle size distribution, radioactivity levels, and consistent availability. Without the right material, production inefficiencies, quality issues, and regulatory concerns can arise, leading to increased […]
RIMSA at AsiaBrake 2025: Innovating the replacement of sulphides in brake pads
RIMSA, a leader in advanced solutions for friction materials, will participate in AsiaBrake 2025 with a presentation by Dr Carlos Lorenzana, the company’s Director of Innovation. This prominent event in the automotive industry will serve as the stage for RIMSA to showcase its latest research on replacing tin sulphide (SnS) and antimony trisulphide (Sb₂S₃) in […]
Challenging the Status Quo: Phenolic Resins and Cast Iron Rotors
The friction industry has a long history of grappling with the environmental and health impacts of its core components. Think of the asbestos crisis, the removal of lead from gasoline (a potent reminder that yesterday’s solution can be tomorrow’s problem), restrictions on copper, and now, the stringent EURO7 emissions standards. These regulations, while sometimes perceived […]
Business: the key factor in achieving the SDGs
Businesses are leading the charge towards the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals through innovation, collaboration and engagement.
Euro 7 Regulation: New standards for heavy vehicles
In a significant step towards implementing the Agenda 2030, the European Union has announced a provisional agreement between the Council and the Parliament regarding Euro 7 regulations. This regulation, designed to standardize motor vehicles and engines, as well as associated systems, components, and technical units, establishes more stringent criteria for road vehicle emissions, including cars, […]
Lithium Titanate Batteries: Driving the energy revolution with safety and efficiency
Lithium Titanate Batteries (LTO) are gaining increasing popularity due to their advantages over other technologies traditionally used in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). This preference is growing for four main factors: High charging and discharging speeds Longer lifespan The ability to operate over a wide range of temperatures High safety and reliability Currently, these batteries are utilized […]
Regenerative braking it’s affecting your brake pads more than you think
Regenerative braking it’s affecting your brake pads more than you think From an engineering point of view, aBrakerefers to a device that primarily performs the function of braking or stopping a moving object, such as a vehicle. Going back to physics, a brake refers to converting kinetic energy into other types of energy. And this […]
How will Euro 7 affect brake pads?
En rimsa, we embrace the challenges of Euro 7 regulation in the brake and friction materials industry as innovative solutions. In the following, we will delve into the implications of Euro 7 regulation and how our solutions are contributing to addressing these challenges. Euro standards and their evolution Within the framework of emissions regulations in […]
Fibers and their different variables when choosing the right one
Type of application Fiber serves different functions depending on the type of element in which it is used. For pavements, fibers like r hook 50 can replace traditional mesh for covering structural requirements such as bending, punching, and fatigue forces. In the case of shotcrete, which is used in tunnels and slopes, fibers are dosed […]