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Pirelli technical notes for rubber and TPU sourcing teams

Read concise articles on material comparison, sample planning, sustainability evidence and application questions for elastomer product programs.

2026-05-26

Why We Stopped Asking 'Who Does TPU Printing?' and Started Asking 'What Can't You Do?' – A Procurement Perspective on Pirelli's Brand and Material Expertise

A procurement manager argues that the true value of a brand like Pirelli isn't in saying 'yes' to everything (rubber molds, TPU printing, polyurethane parts) but in clearly defining its expertise boundaries. This article explains how a 'one-stop-shop' promise often masks hidden costs and why a specialist who admits limits is a better partner for complex industrial needs.

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