From ceramifiable silicone rubber that enhances the safety of electric vehicle batteries to resource-saving bio-based products, the upcoming K Show will serve as a crucial bridge connecting today's innovations with tomorrow's markets.

The world's premier plastics and rubber industry event—the 2025 International Plastics and Rubber Exhibition (K Show)—will be held grandly at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Center in Germany from October 8 to 15. This edition of the exhibition will bring together top global suppliers of raw materials, technologies, and equipment to collectively outline the industry’s future in sustainable development and digital manufacturing.

Innovative exhibits focusing on electric vehicle safety: The globally leading chemical company WACKER will showcase an innovative silicone rubber named ELASTOSIL® R 531/60. This product is specifically designed for insulating high-voltage battery busbars in electric vehicles. It not only offers excellent flame retardancy and electrical insulation but also ceramifies in the event of a fire, forming a robust electrically insulating protective layer at temperatures as high as 800°C to 1000°C. This effectively prevents short circuits, providing additional safety for occupants and rescue personnel.

Efficient processing and broad adaptability: With a hardness of Shore A60, this silicone rubber can be efficiently and cost-effectively processed and coated using extrusion molding. It exhibits high flexibility and tear resistance, adapts to battery surface structures, and resists cracking when bent. It even maintains its performance in low-temperature environments as cold as -40°C, withstanding vibrations and impacts during vehicle operation.

The K Show is not just a stage for new product launches, but a core platform for gaining insights into technological transformations and market trends in the global plastics and rubber industry. In the face of global issues such as the circular economy and climate protection, green, efficient, and intelligent solutions will be the unquestionable priorities of this year's event.