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Lead: Facing increasing demands for road construction and stringent climatic challenges, the pivotal role of SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene block copolymer) as a bitumen modifier is becoming increasingly prominent. LOSMAN (LSMChem), leveraging its comprehensive coverage of global leading brands (LCY, LG, Sinopec, CNPC, Dynasol, Sunion, Changhong), is proud to offer highly efficient powdered SBS, providing superior bitumen modification solutions to navigate current market supply and demand dynamics.

Exploring the Infinite Possibilities of Elastomers

In 2026, amidst global raw material price fluctuations and supply chain uncertainties, finding a stable and professional partner is paramount. As a world-leading supplier of thermoplastic elastomers, Ningbo Losman sincerely invites you to visit CHINAPLAS 2026. We will showcase the latest innovative application solutions for TPE/TPR/SEBS, empowering our clients to achieve resilient growth in a volatile market environment.As a global supplier backed by 5 production bases in China and Vietnam, we maintain stable supply and consistent quality for customers all over the world. You can learn more about our full range of products and company strength on our official website: www.lsmchem.com.

With years of deep industry experience and a global supply network, we continuously innovate to help customers improve product performance, reduce costs, and enhance market competitiveness.

At all temperatures, TPE has flexibility and elasticity, which is relatively easy to process and can apply to lots of industries, such as automotive, sports, and building industry. TPE can be easily colored and has resistance to chemical, weather, and UV, which has a long using lifespan. TPE already has been a popular material in injection molding industry. At high temperature, TPE injection molding turns thermoplastic Elastomer materials into various custom TPE parts with various degrees of softness and resilience. Injection moulding is a high-volume, expensive tooling process, the good properties of TPE compounds deliver short cycle times allowing parts to be produced quickly.

As global markets increasingly prioritize environmental protection, health, and sustainable development, Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) are rapidly emerging as a revolutionary material in the flooring sector. With their exceptional physical properties and eco-friendly characteristics, TPEs are becoming the ideal alternative to traditional rubber and PVC. NINGBO LOSMAN TRADING CO., LTD. , a leading global supplier of TPE elastomers, is leveraging its five manufacturing facilities in China and Vietnam to drive this transformation. Through innovative TPE solutions, LSMCHEM is committed to replacing conventional materials, thereby ushering in a new era of healthy sports and high-quality home living.

Published: April 3, 2026 | Source: LOSMAN (LSMChem) News Center

Lead: In early April 2026, international crude oil prices continue to trade at elevated triple-digit levels, while the prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz signals a lasting impact on global chemical supply chains. Against this backdrop, LOSMAN (LSMChem) leverages its diversified sourcing network, comprehensive brand coverage, and profound technical expertise to provide downstream manufacturers with stable supply and solutions for high-quality SBS, SEBS, and SIS elastomers.

Here are some major differences between TPE vs Silicone.

An SBS-modified bitumen waterproofing membrane combines asphalt (bitumen) with styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) polymers, creating a hybrid material optimized for modern construction demands. Unlike conventional bitumen, which becomes brittle in cold temperatures and softens under heat, SBS-modified variants use synthetic rubber polymers to deliver exceptional elasticity, durability, and temperature resistance.

Overmolding is the process in which two different plastic materials are fused into one product through two injection molding processes. Many products development in our life use overmolding manufacturing technology, mainly for beauty equipment, night lights, automotive interior panels, notebook shells, electric toothbrushes, handles, car buttons, sports equipment, rechargeable battery boxes, power tools, humidifiers, waterproof products, and other fields, etc. They are composed of two or more materials that can provide a comfortable experience.

As global requirements for low-carbon urban construction continue to escalate in 2026, the durability and environmental friendliness of building materials have become the core benchmarks for measuring corporate competitiveness. 

On 10th Dec. 2025, Ningbo Losman Trading Co., Ltd. (lsmchem.com), a leading international trader of chemical raw materials and specialty chemicals in China, officially launched its new K-9 Microsphere Foaming Masterbatch. This high-performance thermoplastic polymer microsphere is designed to provide stable and reliable lightweight supply chain solutions for customers in plastics, coatings, adhesives, and other sectors, helping businesses enhance their product competitiveness.