Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the achievements of Liang Hongwen in the field of thermoplastic elastomers, particularly in the development of SEBS and SEPS, showcasing China's advancements in this industry and the importance of independent innovation [2][3][4]. Group 1: Achievements and Recognition - Liang Hongwen has received numerous awards, including one National Science and Technology Progress Award and ten provincial and ministerial-level awards, along with 75 domestic and 1 foreign authorized invention patents [1]. - He was honored as a "National Labor Model" by the All-China Federation of Trade Unions prior to the May Day holiday this year [1]. Group 2: Development of SEBS - In the 1990s, Liang Hongwen initiated the independent research and development of SEBS, overcoming significant technical challenges and achieving industrial production in 2006 with the establishment of China's first 10,000-ton industrial facility [2]. - His team has developed 18 different grades of SEBS and secured over 20 national invention patents, marking a significant advancement in China's SEBS technology [2]. Group 3: Advancements in SEPS - Following the success with SEBS, Liang Hongwen's team focused on SEPS, leading to the establishment of a 20,000-ton annual production facility in 2017, making China the third country to industrialize SEPS using proprietary technology [3]. Group 4: Industry Impact and Applications - Liang Hongwen's team has been instrumental in transitioning the thermoplastic rubber industry from expansion to refinement, contributing to various sectors including medical and tire manufacturing [4]. - In the medical field, they developed a specialized medical-grade SEBS to replace harmful PVC, significantly reducing costs and enhancing public health [4]. - In tire manufacturing, they created synthetic rubber materials that meet high-performance tire production requirements, achieving breakthroughs in product development from 2017 to 2023 [4].

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