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SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Extend Lifetime of Elastomers & Rubber Products
DESCRIPTION:May 14\, 2026; 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET \nCentered around ageing\, this webinar is designed to be advantageous for both technical and non-technical personnel working in the rubber industry. \nThe objective of this webinar is to review the rubber ageing phenomena and to learn about strategies to prevent ageing and extend lifetime of elastomers and rubber products. The following topics will be covered: \n\nCauses of rubber products failure\nAgeing of elastomers and rubber products\nTypes of anti-aging chemicals\nMechanisms of anti-ageing effects\nApplications of anti-ageing chemicals\nEffects of compounding ingredients on ageing\nEffects of service conditions on ageing\nSelection criteria and general recommendations on rubber compounding with anti-aging chemicals\n\nThe webinar was developed in cooperation with Endurica\, LLC. \nPrice: Free for Members / $149 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Dr. Irene Yurovska \nIrene Yurovska was born and raised in Moscow\, Russia. After completing her BS in Chemistry\, MS in Chemical Engineering (Rubber Technology) and PhD in Physical Chemistry of Polymers\, she worked as a scientist for the Rubber Industry Institute and for the Institute of Aircraft Technology in Moscow. \nIrene moved with her family to the US in 1991. For ten years\, she lived in Rhode Island\, working as a plant rubber chemist for Teknor Apex and completing her MBA in Bryant University. Irene moved to Massachusetts to be employed for 14 years as a scientist\, technical service and applications specialist by Cabot Corporation in Billerica\, MA. In 2016-2017\, Dr. Yurovska worked as a Global Innovation Market Development Manager for Addivant Corporation (now SI Group) in CT. \nCurrently\, after completing the long and successful career as a global rubber industry professional; having hands-on experience with rubber compounding\, processing and technical service\, and with carbon black and antioxidants manufacturing and properties\, Dr. Irene Yurovska lives in TX\, recently being employed in India as VP of Himadri Specialty Chemicals (technical service in carbon black for rubbers) and currently developing a private consulting business for the global rubber industry. \nHer scientific interests include relationships between individual characteristics of ingredients and application properties of rubber products. Dr. Yurovska is the author and co-author of several patents and numerous articles in peer-reviewed and industrial publications. \nDr. Yurovska is an active member of the US rubber industry community\, being on several Rubber Division\, ACS committees\, she served as a Chair of the New England Rubber and Plastics Group and she is on the Board of NERPG and is also a member of the Energy Polymer Group. \nIrene has two children and one grandchild. She enjoys spending time with her family\, world travel\, swimming\, and classic opera.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-how-to-extend-lifetime-of-elastomers-rubber-products-2/
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SUMMARY:Ontario Rubber Group Spring Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Ontario Rubber Group Spring Technical Meeting \nDate: Tuesday\, May 12\, 2026 \nTime: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nLocation:\nMississauga Grand Banquet & Event Center\n35 Brunel Rd.\nMississauga\, Ontario L4Z 3E8 Canada \nMore Information & Register: Email Joe Khouri at theontariorubbergroup@gmail.com
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/ontario-rubber-group-spring-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Mississauga Grand Banquet & Event Center\, 35 Brunel Rd.\, Mississauga\, Ontario\, L4Z 3E8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Communicating Technical Value with Confidence - Practical Skills for Rubber Industry Professionals
DESCRIPTION:May 5\, 2026; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWebinar Overview: Technical expertise only creates impact when it is clearly communicated. Strong communication skills are essential whether you are explaining data to leadership\, collaborating across disciplines\, presenting to customers or representing the rubber industry in professional settings. \nThis interactive webinar\, led by communication coach Leslie Ungar\, is designed specifically for scientists\, engineers\, technical managers and industry professionals. The focus is on translating complex technical knowledge into clear\, confident and engaging communication that builds credibility and opens doors. \nParticipants will learn practical techniques they can immediately apply in meeting presentations\, networking situations and virtual environments. \nWhat Participants Will Learn:\n• How to confidently articulate your technical role and value in concise everyday conversations\n• Practical strategies for contributing meaningfully in meetings even when you are not the primary speaker\n• Techniques for delivering clear impactful short presentations including technical updates and project summaries\n• How to structure technical content so it resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences\n• Best practices for effective PowerPoint slides that support rather than distract from your message\n• How to show up prepared and professional in virtual meetings and webinars \nWhy This Matters: Rubber industry professionals are often asked to explain complex materials\, data and processes to diverse audiences. This webinar helps bridge the gap between technical excellence and professional influence\, ensuring your expertise is understood\, trusted and valued. \nSession Format: This is not a passive webinar. Participants will learn through guided practice\, real time observation and practical examples. The emphasis is on application not theory\, so you leave with tools you can actually use the very next day. \nPrice: Free for Members / $99 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Leslie Ungar\, Communications Expert & President of Electric Impulse Communications \nBio: Leslie helps individuals and corporations supercharge their ability to identify and communicate their value. As a speaker\, Leslie ignites audiences to believe that they are their audience’s best solution. \nLeslie can help you identify your competitive edge to improve individual and company performance. She hosts a monthly PBS TV show called Forum 360: a Hollywood producer and a Mastiff are among her favorite guests! \nSure that words can change your world\, as a graduate student she wrote every Presidential hopeful about how they could improve their image as a candidate. Her undergraduate and master’s degree are both in Communication and Rhetoric. Her dad always wanted to know what rhetoric is!
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-communicating-technical-value-with-confidence-practical-skills-for-rubber-industry-professionals/
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SUMMARY:Endurica Community Conference: Dimensions Of Durability
DESCRIPTION:Dates: May 5-6\, 2026 \nLocation: Esch-sur-Alzette\, Luxembourg \nCLICK HERE FOR DETAILS & REGISTER. \nDimensions of Durability: Elastomer Characterization\, Simulation\, Sustainability is the theme of Endurica’s second Community Conference planned for May 5-6\, 2026 in Esch-sur-Alzette\, Luxembourg. Durability is not a single metric\, it is a system-level challenge that spans the full rubber supply chain. Dimensions of Durability connects OEMs\, component manufacturers\, and raw material suppliers around the tools\, data\, and simulation technologies that enable longer life\, lower risk\, faster to market\, and more sustainable products. Attendees are practitioners and decision-makers actively seeking solutions that improve durability outcomes and accelerate innovation. \nOur mission is simple: to give businesses and researchers the tools they need to make data-driven decisions about elastomer performance. From automotive components to critical infrastructure\, we support industries with state-of-the-art solutions that help optimize designs\, reduce failure risks\, and enhance product reliability. \nDriven by a commitment to innovation and backed by years of research\, Endurica stands as the global leader in elastomer fatigue analysis. We proudly serve clients across a range of industries\, providing accurate\, complete\, and scalable software solutions that transform the way they approach durability challenges.
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SUMMARY:2025 Global Polymer Summit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by IEC & ITEC\nSeptember 8 – September 11\, 2025\nCleveland\, OH\nHuntington Convention Center of Cleveland\nThe 2025 Global Polymer Summit (GPS) is a dynamic\, all-encompassing approach to the tire\, rubber and polymer industries\, offering a comprehensive blend of technical sessions\, engaging discussions\, premier expo and valuable connections. This summit is the most valuable destination for attendees to expand their network\, learn from experts and explore business opportunities. \nThe merging of the International Elastomer Conference (IEC) and the International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC) brings together top companies and programming into one exceptional event that you won’t want to miss! \nRegister before August 1st for discounted prices! \nRegister now \nLearn More \nWhat Can I Expect?\nGPS 2025 will showcase the latest products\, services and technologies from professional developers across the tire\, rubber and elastomer industries. Attendees can discover industry innovations\, connect with industry leaders and expand their professional network. The event will also feature panels and presentations tailored to the polymer industry. The summit will include: \n\nExpo\nTechnical Meeting\nEducational Symposium\nWomen’s Event\nStudent Programs\nYoung Professionals Events\nExpo Theater Presentations\nReceptions\n5K Walk/Run\nKeynote Addresses\nAwards Ceremonies\n\nWho Should Attend?\nGPS 2025 is designed for professionals in the rubber\, tire\, elastomer and polymer industries\, including: \n\nManufacturers\nSuppliers\nDistributors\nResearchers\nEngineers\nAnyone with a professional interest in the latest innovations and trends in these sectors\n\nGet the Latest GPS 2025 Updates\nFollow us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter) or sign up for email updates to stay up-to-date with the latest news about GPS 2025. \n 
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