The US tire manufacturer Goodyear reported on the 25th that the company achieved profitability in the first quarter of this year by focusing on the development of high value-added products and strong support from the international market. In the quarter ended March 31, Goodyear made a profit of US$147 million (60 cents per share) compared to a loss of US$174 million (96 cents per share) in the same period of the previous year. Quarterly sales increased from $4.5 billion in the same period last year to $4.94 billion. Excluding non-recurring items, Goodyear's earnings per share were 67 cents in the first quarter, which was higher than analysts expected 47 cents. Due to higher-than-expected results, the New York Stock Exchange's Goodyear stock price rose on the 25th. It is reported that the main reason for the company's profitability is the increase in product prices and improved product mix. According to the company’s financial report, strong growth was achieved in several major markets outside of North America in the first quarter, including European and Middle East African market sales growth of 16%, Latin America market growth of 29% and Asia Pacific market growth of 21%. Currently, 60% of Goodyear's sales come from markets outside North America. Due to the decline in the North American market, Goodyear said it will reduce North American inventory and cut tire production in the region. In the first quarter, sales of tires in North America fell by 1%, but operating profit was realized, which was better than the operating loss of the same period of last year. Oxide powder for thermal spray refers to a type of powder material that is used in thermal spray processes. Thermal spray is a coating technique where a material in powder form is heated and propelled onto a substrate, forming a coating. Oxide Ceramics Powder,Pure Aluminum Oxide Powder,Chromium Oxide Ceramics Powder,Yttria Stabilized Zirconia Powder Luoyang Golden Egret Geotools Co., Ltd , https://www.egretgeotools.com
Oxide powders are commonly used in thermal spray applications due to their high melting points, excellent wear resistance, and thermal insulation properties. They can be used to create protective coatings on various surfaces, such as metals, ceramics, and plastics.
Some common types of oxide powders used in thermal spray include:
1. Aluminum oxide (Al2O3): This oxide powder is widely used for its high hardness, wear resistance, and thermal insulation properties. It is commonly used for coating applications in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics.
2. Zirconium oxide (ZrO2): Zirconium oxide powder is known for its high melting point and excellent thermal barrier properties. It is often used in thermal spray coatings for gas turbine engine components, where thermal insulation is critical.
3. Chromium oxide (Cr2O3): Chromium oxide powder is used for its high hardness, corrosion resistance, and wear resistance. It is commonly used in applications where high temperature and abrasive wear resistance are required.
4. Titanium oxide (TiO2): Titanium oxide powder is known for its high refractive index and excellent UV resistance. It is often used in thermal spray coatings for optical and decorative applications.
These oxide powders can be applied using various thermal spray techniques, such as flame spraying, plasma spraying, or high-velocity oxy-fuel (HVOF) spraying. The choice of oxide powder and thermal spray technique depends on the specific application requirements and desired coating properties.