The history of Schwalbe tires began in 1973, and up to that point, bicycle tires were hardly a quality product. Ralf Bohle, the founder of Schwalbe, wanted to change that. He specialized exclusively in bicycle tires. Since then, Schwalbe has stood for numerous innovations, such as the Marathon series, the new development of balloon tire equipment, the invention of the Flat-less® tire, the development of tubeless technology and various other products.

(2013 - UP TO NOW)

EPEA Services

• Identification of problematic substances
• Scientific support for the replacement of problematic substances
• Research on modern and future materials and recycling options
• Research for new product ideas
• Networking across the entire supply chain

benefits

• material optimization
• Butyl tubing is 100% recyclable
• Using 20% recycled butyl rubber in new tubing saves 80% energy
• Free take-back system introduced with increasing recycling rate
• Development of full circulatory capacity