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SUMMARY:Michigan Rubber Group Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Grand Rapids\, MI\nStart: 1 p.m. \nDetails: www.michiganrubbergroup.com
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/michigan-rubber-group-technical-meeting-3/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Rubber Group Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Monday April 6\, 2026\, at 10:00 AM \nOak Quarry\n7151 Sierra Ave.\nRiverside\, CA  92509 \nDetails & Register: www.tlargi.org 
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/los-angeles-rubber-group-golf-outing-2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Elastomers for Selective Gas Separation\, including Carbon Capture
DESCRIPTION:April 8\, 2026; 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWebinar Overview: This webinar is designed for researchers and technologists in both the rubber and membrane industries\, since the use of various types of elastomeric membranes to permit selective permeation of gases will be presented. Of particular interest here will be the use of such elastomeric membranes to selectively remove CO2 (carbon capture) from various industrial waste streams\, as well as from confined environments and biomedical devices. This webinar will touch on some of the following topics: \n• Introduction to selective gas removal and carbon capture and storage (CCS)\n• Classifications and physico-chemical mechanisms of gas-separation membranes\n• Performance metrics of selective gas separation and the Robeson trade-off\n• Chemically-crosslinked elastomers for selective gas separation\n• Physically-crosslinked elastomers for selective gas separation\n• Promising approaches toward selective CO2 removal from mixed gases\n• Challenges of gas-separation membrane technological advances\n• Breakthrough strategies involving elastomers for selective CO2 removal\n• Learning Objectives:\n• Identify gases that are of primary interest for separation and the reason why\n• Apply physical and chemical principles to elucidate the mechanisms of molecular transport\n• Classify gas-separation membranes on the basis of their operational mechanism\n• Determine the comparative performance of gas-separation membranes\n• Design chemically- and physically-crosslinked elastomers for gas separation\n• Examine the technological challenges associated with designer gas-separation membranes\n• Develop high-performance elastomer membranes that are inexpensive\, scalable and effective \nPrice: Free for Members / $149 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Richard J. Spontak\, North Carolina State University\nBio: Dr. Richard J. Spontak is a Distinguished Professor and Alumni Distinguished Graduate and Undergraduate Professor in the Departments of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. He received his B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering (with honors/high distinction) from the Pennsylvania State University in 1983 and was later awarded the Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of California at Berkeley in 1988. He then pursued post-doctoral research in Materials Science & Metallurgy at the University of Cambridge (U.K.) and Condensed Matter Physics at the Institute for Energy Technology (Norway) before joining the Corporate Research Division of the Procter & Gamble Company in 1990. In 1992\, he accepted a faculty position at North Carolina State University\, where he supervises the Macromolecular Materials & Morphology Group. Since that time\, Spontak has published over 300 peer-reviewed journal papers and over 30 scholarly works as book chapters and invited monographs\, and his work has been featured on 31 journal covers and cited over 14\,000 times according to Google Scholar.\nAlthough active in a diverse range of disciplines\, his primary research interests relate to the phase behavior and morphology/property development of nanostructured polymers\, polymer nanocomposites and coatings\, electron microscopy and stimuli-responsive soft materials. In recognition of his fundamental and applied research endeavors\, he is the recipient of numerous honors and awards such as the Alcoa Foundation Engineering Achievement and Distinguished Engineering Research Awards\, Alexander von Humboldt and Tewkesbury fellowships\, the North Carolina State University Alumni Outstanding Research and Global Engagement Awards\, the 2006 American Chemical Society (PMSE Division) Cooperative Research Award in Polymer Science & Engineering\, the 2007 German Society for Electron Microscopy Ernst Ruska Prize\, the 2008 American Chemical Society (Rubber Division) Chemistry of Thermoplastic Elastomers Award\, the 2011 Institute of Materials\, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) Colwyn Medal\, the 2012 Norwegian University of Science & Technology Lars Onsager Medal\, the 2015 Society of Plastics Engineers International Award\, the 2021 Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society Distinguished Alumni Award\, and the 2021 International Association of Advanced Materials Researcher of the Year Award.\nAn elected fellow of the American Physical Society\, IOM3 and the Royal Society of Chemistry\, he is or has been on the editorial advisory board of more than 20 international journals and holds editorial positions on three of them. He has been recognized as a 2007 Outstanding Scholar Alumnus and a 2012 Alumni Fellow by the Pennsylvania State University\, and he is a member of the Norwegian Academy of Technological Sciences and the North Carolina State University Research Leadership\, Global Engagement and Outstanding Teaching Academies. Spontak is also a highly acclaimed educator and academic mentor. For his instructional effectiveness employing cooperative and active learning pedagogies in the classroom and his widespread efforts to promote interdisciplinary engineering design and undergraduate research\, he has received college- and alumni-level Outstanding Teaching Awards\, as well as the university-level Board of Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching\, the highest institutional honor bestowed by the University of North Carolina system. He has also received the 2006 International Network for Engineering Education & Research Recognition Award and the 2009 American Society for Engineering Education Southeast Region Outstanding Mid-Career Teaching Award\, and he has served as a Fulbright Senior Specialist and an Erasmus Fellow. He resides in Raleigh\, North Carolina\, with his wife Josie and has two children\, Danielle and Joshua.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-elastomers-for-selective-gas-separation-including-carbon-capture/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Optimizing Rubber Molding Process through Advanced Simulations
DESCRIPTION:April 9\, 2026; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWebinar Description: In this webinar\, attendees will learn how simulating the behavior of rubber\, silicones and LSRs during injection\, transfer and compression molding process can help understand the root cause of various molding issues like imbalances\, air\, uneven curing\, flashing\, etc. Continuous improvements in part design\, mold design and molding process are essential for maintaining a competitive edge in the ever-expanding rubber molding market. By using advanced CAE simulation technologies\, design phases can be shortened\, molding process can be predicted and molded parts can be optimized. \nObjectives & What Will Be Covered: \n\nUse of simulation of rubber materials to accurately predict flow behavior and shear-induced heating effects\nNew fully automatic BLM (Boundary Layer Mesh) technology used to create accurate mesh density in required areas\nLearn how high shear rates in thin film or pin gates and thin wall thicknesses can cause shear-induced heat which influences viscosity\, flow behavior and flow-induced premature scorch and cure effects.\n\nIn this webinar\, several real-life production examples will demonstrate how advanced mesh technologies can be used to better predict shear-induced material flow behavior though the transfer molding process. In addition\, how the shot size and process condition will affect flow length and vent location will be presented. \nPrice: Free for Members / $99 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Harshal Bhogesra\, Moldex3D \nBio: Harshal Bhogesra has over 9 years of combined experience in molding and customer and supplier development. He is passionate about optimizing product design\, tool development\, molding processes and quality. Harshal is currently working with rubber\, LSR\, silicone and plastic molding companies to help them eliminate their complex molding challenges like air entrapment\, filling imbalances\, knit lines\, uneven curing\, shrinkage\, etc. Through Moldex3D technology\, he has helped clients reduce engineering time and cost in various industries including defense\, automotive\, medical\, aerospace\, electronics\, consumer products\, etc. who are concerned by the trial and errors on the production floor. Outside of work\, he enjoys traveling\, interior designing\, NFL\, and adventure sports. \nAbout Moldex3D: Moldex3D is the world-leading CAE simulation platform for injection molding that enables engineers to virtually simulate flow\, curing\, cooling\, and complex material behavior in 3D. It helps identify molding defects\, optimize gate and mold design\, reduce trial-and-error and shorten development cycles. With support for plastics\, silicones\, LSR\, and elastomers\, Moldex3D bridges design and production to deliver higher quality parts faster.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-optimizing-rubber-molding-process-through-advanced-simulations-2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T120000
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SUMMARY:Rubber Division\, ACS Spring Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Experience three days focused on advancing knowledge\, sharing ideas and building meaningful connections at our Spring Technical Meeting April 14-16 in Warrensville Heights\, OH. This meeting brings together technical experts\, researchers and industry professionals for in-depth discussions on today’s most relevant topics and emerging challenges. \nDETAILS & REGISTER \nTECHNICAL MEETING TOPICS \n\n3D Printing with Thermoset Elastomers\nAdvanced Information Handling in the Rubber Industry\nBiomimicry in Elastomers: Design\, Properties & Function\nThe Business of Rubber: Supply\, Sourcing & Tariffs\nContributed Talks in Rubber Science & Technology\nEnvironmental Risk: 6PPD\, Tire Wear & PFAS\nFoam Rubber: Materials\, Processes & Testing\nRubber Rollers: Materials\, Processes & Testing\nRubber Characterization\, Testing & Analysis\nSustainable Raw Materials & Processes\n\nNETWORKING & SPECIAL EVENTS \n\nSocial Meet-up\nKeynote Address\nWelcome Reception\n5K Walk/Run\nRubber Legend Luncheon
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/rubber-division-acs-spring-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T185117Z
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SUMMARY:Mexico Rubber Group Course: Rubber Testing Methods and Basic Metrology
DESCRIPTION:Course: Rubber Testing Methods and Basic Metrology \nInstructor: Soul Leonides \nRubber Chamber Facilities Location:\nHegel 153-101 Col. Polanco CP 11560\nMiguel Hidalgo\, CDMX \nMore Information:\nMiguel Bernal miguelbernals@cnih.org.mx\nJose Gazano antogua@prodigy.net.mx
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/mexico-rubber-group-course-rubber-testing-methods-and-basic-metrology/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T210000
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SUMMARY:Quebec Rubber Group Technical Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Technical Dinner \n\n\n\nApril 16 2026\, at 6:30 p.m.\nEspace 4 saison\, Orford\n\n4940 Chemin du Parc\, Orford\, Qc\, J1X 7N9\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: https://aeq-qeg.info/
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/quebec-rubber-group-technical-dinner/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
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CREATED:20251201T203042Z
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SUMMARY:Detroit Rubber Group Spring Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details Forthcoming
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/detroit-rubber-group-spring-technical-meeting-2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000
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SUMMARY:Course: An Introduction to Continuous Vulcanization
DESCRIPTION:April 21\, 2026; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET \nCEUs: 0.66 (To receive the CEUs\, attendees must attend the course live and promptly complete the survey evaluation after the course.) \nLocation: This course is available virtually only. It can be taken from the comfort of your home or office – remotely from any tablet\, laptop or computer. \nCourse Overview: This course was developed for rubber industry employees who currently use Continuous Vulcanization (CV) processes and wish to expand their knowledge or those who wish to gain insights into these processes and how they can be used. \nThis course will offer an overview of the variety of commercially viable Continuous Vulcanization processes and their strengths and weaknesses. Following that\, it will take the participants into a more in-depth study of the three most common forms of CV\, Liquid Curing Media (LCM)\, better known as the Salt Bath process\, Hot Air Vulcanization (HAV) and Microwave/Hot Air Vulcanization. The emphasis will be on practical knowledge that can be utilized in production along with safety concerns that always need to be addressed. \nWe will begin by looking at the common elements to all three processes\, namely the extruder and its auxiliary components\, plus downstream equipment for cooling and pulling. The course then will look at each of the three CV processes individually\, giving useful ideas for process improvements that the participants can apply in their own manufacturing. The course will conclude with a brief look at rubber compound development for these CV processes and will conclude with a question and answer session. \nPrice: $745 Members / $845 Non-members / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $100 Other Student Members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Richard D. Strong\, President\, Elastomeric Consulting Services LLC \nBio: Mr. Strong is currently President and CEO of Elastomeric Consulting Services.  He is a 1971 graduate of the University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth where he received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and was awarded the Fred E. Busby award for outstanding work in Chemistry. \nHe has over 50 years of experience in various aspects of rubber technology and has served as Chief Technical Officer for over 30 years of his career. His background includes raw material sourcing\, compound design\, processing and testing with organic elastomers and silicone\, including cellular rubber.  He has broad expertise in process development\, documentation\, control and troubleshooting.  He also has extensive experience in the review and analysis of test data from rubber compounds. \nHis consulting business has been conducted both domestically and internationally.  It includes development and presentation of educational programs for individual companies and for professional organizations\, colleges and universities.  He also does hands on work with production companies to achieve improvements in their compounds and production processes. Lastly\, he works with raw material suppliers to teach them how their products might be used in the rubber industry. \nIn March 2019\, his book Sponge Rubber\, An Introduction to Cellular Rubber was published by TechnoBiz as a companion reference for the course he also presents of the same name for the ACS Rubber Division and Akron Polymer Technical Services.  He has also developed and presented two other courses. An Introduction to Continuous Vulcanization\, and Rubber Extrusion Technology for these organizations. He has also developed a course on Sponge Rubber in cooperation with the University of Akron and the High Institute for Elastomer Industries to be presented in Saudi Arabia.  He has recorded a 4-segment video course on cellular rubber for Techno Biz. \nMr. Strong is married (Roberta) and resides in Northeast Ohio.  He has a daughter and a stepson and stepdaughter + 3 grandchildren. In his spare time\, he enjoys walking\, reading\, working with his wife in their flower beds/gardens and fostering senior rescue dogs.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/course-an-introduction-to-continuous-vulcanization/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260310T201431Z
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SUMMARY:Endurica Workshop: Tire Simulation Workflows with Endurica
DESCRIPTION:April 21 – April 23\, 2026 – Online 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWorkshop Description: Learn how powerful it is to do multiple iterations simulating aspects of tire performance including self-heating\, rolling resistance\, high-speed\, durability\, ageing and oxidation. Training licenses included for all of Endurica’s software packages. \nDay 1:  \nIntro to the Endurica Toolbox \n\nCL: Infinite life analysis\nCL: Safe life analysis\nDT: Damage tolerant analysis\nMP: Multiphysics\nEIE: Road loads\n\nTire Modeling Workflow Basics \n\n2D Static analysis: Mount\, Inflate\n3D Static analysis: Symmetric Model Generation\, Symmetric Results Transfer\, Footprint\nSteady State Rolling: Driving/Braking\, Free Rolling\, Slip Angle/Lateral Force Generation\n\nDay 2: \nInfinite Life Workflow \n\nRubber’s fatigue limit\nCrack precursors in tires\nCritical Plane Analysis for multiaxial loading\nDefining Steady State Rolling\nComputing Safety Factor with Endurica CL\nViewing the Safety Factor sphere\n\nSafe Life Workflow \n\nFracture mechanics: tearing energy and fatigue crack growth\nStrain crystallization\nOutputs: Stress-strain\, crack growth\, Haigh diagrams\, Life sphere and crack orientation\, strain\, stress\, energy histories\nSteady state rolling / basic tire durability for a single loading condition\nLagrange rolling / sidewall lettering under ozone attack\n\nDay 3: \nIncremental Workflow and Damage Tolerance \n\nSpecifying a schedule of testing steps\nTracking crack development\, residual strength and residual life\nCombining transient and steady state load cases: damage during obstacle impacts\nCo-simulation and ageing\n\nMultiphysics workflows \n\nSteady state self-heating and rolling resistance\nTransient thermal analysis + thermal runaway\n Coupling structural and thermal analyses\nOxygen diffusion / reaction\n\nRoad Loads \n\nBuilding a pre-computed map of tire behavior\nAnalysis of real-time tire loading\nRainflow counting and identification of most-damaging events\n\nPrice: Members $1\,095/ Non-members $1\,195 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.  \nInstructor: William V. Mars\, Ph.D\, P.E. \nBio: An internationally acclaimed authority in the failure mechanics of rubber and elastomers\, the founder and president of Endurica – Dr. Will Mars – is an engaging teacher and accomplished presenter. The comprehensive testing and simulation tools Endurica has developed under his direction help companies across the world to speed their product development process and compete on durability. He has received several awards for his scientific contributions and innovations including the 2025 University of Toledo MEANES (Mechanical Engineering Alumni Network of Experts and Scholars) Award\, the 2022 Herzlich Medal for outstanding impact and innovation in the tire industry\, the 2020 Tibbetts Award from the United States Small Business Administration in recognition of accomplishments in creating cutting-edge technologies\, the 2017 Rubber Division ACS Arnold Smith Special Service Award\, the 2007 Sparks Thomas award of ACS Rubber Division\, and the 1999 Henry Fuchs award of the SAE Fatigue Design & Evaluation Committee. \nDr. Mars served as the editor of the Rubber Division\, American Chemical Society journal Rubber Chemistry & Technology\, and is also the past editor of Tire Science & Technology with 60+ peer-reviewed publications and four patents. His experiences and contributions span a topic range including material characterization\, product evaluation\, constitutive modeling\, crack nucleation\, fracture mechanics\, and fatigue life prediction methods. He has over 60 peer-reviewed scientific publications and four patents in the area of elastomer durability.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/endurica-workshop-tire-simulation-workflows-with-endurica/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Case Studies in Failure Analysis
DESCRIPTION:April 23\, 2026; 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWebinar Overview: This webinar will discuss reasons items fail such as misapplication\, lack of maintenance\, manufacturing or design defects\, etc. Also to be discussed is how to apply the scientific method during failure analysis and a few real-world examples will be used to demonstrate the principles that are presented. \nPrice: Free for Members / $149 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Paul Merda\, ARDL\nPaul Merda is the Education Coordinator & Technical Advisor at ARDL. He has previous experience as a Lab Technician\, Polymer Adhesives Chemist & High School Science Teacher with 18 years in industry and 13 teaching. \nAbout ARDL: Akron Rubber Development Laboratory\, Inc. (ARDL) is an internationally recognized independent testing laboratory specializing in rubber\, plastic\, and latex materials. With over six decades of experience\, ARDL offers comprehensive services including material testing\, product development\, process optimization\, and failure analysis. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert team provide solutions across various industries such as automotive\, aerospace\, medical\, and industrial applications. ARDL is committed to advancing innovation and ensuring quality in polymer products\, making them a trusted partner for companies seeking reliable and accurate testing services.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-case-studies-in-failure-analysis/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260217T203414Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series: Polymer Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Fridays April 24 – June 26\, 2026; 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. ET \nIn this webinar series\, you will hear from several instructors who will discuss ten different groups of polymers; including details such as: \n\nHistory (when\, how\, who\, why)\nChemistry breakdown (how it works\, main linkage\, viscosities\, grade options)\nKey applications (where & why it is best used\, performance advantages)\nFuture of the polymer (new material development\, enhancements in application\, growth or demise)\n\nWebinar Series Outline: \n\nApril 24 – Introduction & Natural (NR\, IR & BR)\nMay 1 – Styrene Butadiene (SBR)\nMay 8 – Butyl (IIR\, CIIR\, BIIR)\nMay 15 – Chloroprene (CR)\nMay 22 – Ethylene Propylene Diene (EPDM)\nMay 29 – Nitrile (NBR\, HNBR\, XNBR)\nJune 5 – Fluorocarbon (FKM\, FEPM\, FFKM)\nJune 12 – Acrylic (AEM\, ACM)\nJune 19 – Silicone (VMQ\, FVMQ\, LSR)\nJune 26 – Urethane (EU\, AU)\n\nSponsoring Companies: This webinar series is sponsored by multiple companies\, in coordination with Rubber Division\, ACS and may contain a message from the sponsor. Sponsors include: Akron Rubber Development Laboratory\, DENKA Corporation\, ExxonMobil\, Lion Elastomers\, Polymer Synergies\, Smithers\, Solvay Specialty Polymers and ZEON. Special thanks to Sam Porter and Charles Olsen Jr. for their participation. \nPrice: Free for Members / $599 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-series-polymer-fridays/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251201T204722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T204722Z
UID:2043-1777395600-1777410000@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Ohio Rubber Group Spring Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Click here for details and to register. 
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/ohio-rubber-group-spring-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Missing Falls Brewery\, 540 S. Main St.\, Akron\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260203T202651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T202651Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: U.S. Regulatory Compliance in the Rubber Industry
DESCRIPTION:April 29\, 2026; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWebinar Overview: This webinar is designed for professionals who are responsible for understanding\, implementing or supporting regulatory compliance within the U.S. rubber industry. It is well suited for managers\, engineers\, chemists\, quality professionals\, EHS staff and others who need a practical working knowledge of U.S. regulations that impact rubber materials\, compounds and finished products. \nThe webinar provides a structured overview of key federal and state regulatory requirements that rubber manufacturers are expected to understand and\, where applicable\, certify compliance against. Emphasis will be placed on how these regulations apply in real manufacturing and product stewardship contexts\, including customer inquiries\, audits\, documentation and internal decision making. Both technical and nontechnical attendees will benefit from the clear explanations and practical framing of each topic. \nTopics Covered: \n\nToxic Substances Control Act TSCA\nFood contact regulations\nGlobally Harmonized System GHS\nTransportation requirements\nConflict minerals\nSARA Title III\nCalifornia Proposition 65\nState right to know laws\nPFAS\n\nPrice: Free for Members / $99 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Denise Kotz\, Strategic Realm Consulting\, LLC \nBio: Denise Kotz is founder and principal consultant at Strategic Realm Consulting\, LLC\, a consulting company providing guidance in product regulatory and product stewardship. She is a subject matter expert (SME) on a wide range of global product regulatory requirements and product stewardship processes / management systems. She uses a risk-based approach to regulatory compliance with team collaboration\, customer focus\, and strong attention to detail. \nDenise worked for DuPont for 31 years. She started as Technical Services and Development Engineer\, supporting the Elastomers businesses. During this time\, she was active with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)\, and in 2001 received the Distinguished Service Award. She later moved into various product regulatory and product stewardship roles\, supporting all the DuPont businesses globally. In these roles\, she implemented Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals in all regions for over 10K products and streamlined global HazCom processes through risk-based approaches. Denise coordinated and streamlined the processes for product stewardship reviews for the Polymers business. She acted as SME for regulations\, such as REACH\, RoHS\, IMDS\, Conflict Minerals\, food contact\, global chemical inventories\, and customer regulatory lists\, providing daily advice to internal and external customers. \nDenise has a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from The University of Akron. She also has a Green Belt Certification in Six Sigma. Denise is active with the Ohio Rubber Group and serves as the Executive Manager and Web Master. She also serves as Treasurer for Akron Council of Engineering and Scientific Societies (ACESS).  Denise is also a member of Rubber Division\, ACS and the Society for Chemical Hazard Communication (SCHC). \nDenise is married with two grown sons. Her hobbies include reading\, golf and bowling. She also enjoys spoiling her dog Lily and cat Linus\, both rescues.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-u-s-regulatory-compliance-in-the-rubber-industry/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260122T145127Z
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SUMMARY:Course: Compounding Fluoroelastomers
DESCRIPTION:April 30\, 2026; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET \nCEUs: 0.38 (To receive the CEUs\, attendees must attend the course live and promptly complete the survey evaluation after the course.) \nLocation: This course is available virtually only. It can be taken from the comfort of your home or office – remotely from any tablet\, laptop or computer. \nCourse Overview: Fluoroelastomers are a specialized class of synthetic elastomers recognized for their exceptional resistance to heat chemicals and aggressive fluids when compared with conventional hydrocarbon-based elastomers. They are selected for applications where performance requirements exceed the limits of other elastomeric materials. This course provides a technically focused examination of fluoroelastomer chemistry properties processing behavior and end use performance. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of material selection formulation considerations and manufacturing challenges along with current regulatory considerations including the evolving impact of PFAS on fluoroelastomer materials and applications. \nCourse Content: \n\ndefinition and classification of fluoroelastomers within the elastomer family\nperformance differences between fluoroelastomers and other elastomer classes\nmajor types of fluoroelastomers and their chemical and performance distinctions\ncompounding ingredients and formulation considerations specific to Fluoroelastomers\nprocessing and physical property relationships\nmolding methods and processing challenges\nimpact of PFAS regulations on fluoroelastomer materials and manufacturing\ntechnical importance of fluoroelastomers in critical applications\ntroubleshooting formulation processing and performance issues\nrepresentative industrial applications\n\nWho Should Take This Course: The course is designed for professionals with a technical background seeking to strengthen their expertise in high performance elastomer systems. \nPrice: $395 Members / $495 Non-members / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $50 for Other Student Members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: William Stahl \nBio: William Stahl retired in March of 2023 after forty-five years in the rubber industry with a primary focus on the compounding and application of fluoroelastomer polymers. His career emphasized formulation development material selection and problem solving for demanding applications. He has instructed numerous technical courses for Rubber Division ACS including Introduction to Compounding Mixing and Testing Compounding Fluoroelastomers and Selecting Elastomers for Sealing Applications. He currently serves as a consultant with WMS Technologies LLC in Norton Ohio bringing decades of applied experience to both industry projects and technical education. He was also chairman of Rubber Division\, American Chemical Society in 2017.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/course-compounding-fluoroelastomers/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260203T165939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165939Z
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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.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/endurica-community-conference-dimensions-of-durability/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260115T155847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T155847Z
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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/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251117T205337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T210219Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Extend Lifetime of Elastomers & Rubber Products
DESCRIPTION:May 7\, 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/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260227T181515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T163255Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251120T201157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T212650Z
UID:2029-1779184800-1779192000@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Electroelastomers - Applications\, Principles & Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:May 19\, 2026; 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET \nWebinar Overview: This webinar is designed for innovators working in the rubber industry and seeking new technological strategies. By providing examples of contemporary applications\, electromechanical principles and emerging opportunities\, this is the perfect course for the non-technical individual who would like to learn more about an important class of stimuli-responsive elastomers for tomorrow’s technologies. This webinar will touch on the following topics: \n– Introduction to stimuli-responsive polymers\n– Classifications of electroactive polymers\n– Comparisons of electroactive media\n– Uses of dielectric elastomers (electroelastomers)\n– Electromechanics of electroelastomers\n– Materials design of electroelastomers\n– Testing methods of electroelastomers\n– Advances in electroelastomer performance \nPrice: Free for Members / $149 Non-members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Dr. Richard J. Spontak\, Distinguished Professor\, NC State University \nBio: Dr. Richard J. Spontak is a Distinguished Professor and Alumni Distinguished Graduate and Undergraduate Professor in the Departments of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. He received his B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering (with honors/high distinction) from the Pennsylvania State University in 1983 and was later awarded the Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of California at Berkeley in 1988. He then pursued post-doctoral research in Materials Science & Metallurgy at the University of Cambridge (U.K.) and Condensed Matter Physics at the Institute for Energy Technology (Norway) before joining the Corporate Research Division of the Procter & Gamble Company in 1990. In 1992\, he accepted a faculty position at North Carolina State University\, where he supervises the Macromolecular Materials & Morphology Group. Since that time\, Spontak has published over 280 peer-reviewed journal papers and over 30 scholarly works as book chapters and invited monographs\, and his work has been featured on 29 journal covers and cited over 12\,000 times according to Google Scholar. Although active in a diverse range of disciplines\, his primary research interests relate to the phase behavior and morphology/property development of nanostructured polymers\, polymer nanocomposites and coatings\, electron microscopy and stimuli-responsive soft materials. In recognition of his fundamental and applied research endeavors\, he is the recipient of numerous honors and awards such as the Alcoa Foundation Engineering Achievement and Distinguished Engineering Research Awards\, Alexander von Humboldt and Tewkesbury fellowships\, the North Carolina State University Alumni Outstanding Research and Global Engagement Awards\, the 2006 American Chemical Society (PMSE Division) Cooperative Research Award in Polymer Science & Engineering\, the 2007 German Society for Electron Microscopy Ernst Ruska Prize\, the 2008 American Chemical Society (Rubber Division) Chemistry of Thermoplastic Elastomers Award\, the 2011 Institute of Materials\, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) Colwyn Medal\, the 2012 Norwegian University of Science & Technology Lars Onsager Medal and the 2015 Society of Plastics Engineers International Award. An elected fellow of the American Physical Society\, IOM3 and the Royal Society of Chemistry\, he is or has been on the editorial advisory board of more than 20 international journals and holds editorial positions on three of them. He has been recognized as a 2007 Outstanding Scholar Alumnus and a 2012 Alumni Fellow by the Pennsylvania State University\, and he is a member of the Norwegian Academy of Technological Sciences and the North Carolina State University Research Leadership\, Global Engagement and Outstanding Teaching Academies. Spontak is also a highly acclaimed educator and academic mentor. For his instructional effectiveness employing cooperative and active learning pedagogies in the classroom and his widespread efforts to promote interdisciplinary engineering design and undergraduate research\, he has received college- and alumni-level Outstanding Teaching Awards\, as well as the university-level Board of Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching\, the highest institutional honor bestowed by the University of North Carolina system. He has also received the 2006 International Network for Engineering Education & Research Recognition Award and the 2009 American Society for Engineering Education Southeast Region Outstanding Mid-Career Teaching Award\, and he has served as a Fulbright Senior Specialist and an Erasmus Fellow. He resides in Raleigh\, North Carolina\, with his wife Josie and has two children\, Danielle and Joshua.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/webinar-electroelastomers-applications-principles-opportunities/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20250314T141217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T164529Z
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SUMMARY:Course: Advanced Rubber Compounding
DESCRIPTION:May 20 – 22; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET daily \nCEUs: 1.2 (To receive the CEUs\, attendees must attend the course live and promptly complete the survey evaluation after the course.) \nLocation: This course is available both virtually and in-person at the Rubber Division\, ACS office – 306 N. Cleveland Massillon Rd.\, Akron\, OH 44333. Friday will conclude with a tour of Akron Rubber Development Laboratory – 75 E. Robinson Ave.\, Barberton\, OH 44203. \nCourse Overview: This course provides in-depth coverage of rubber compounding and testing. It will include classroom\, laboratory and factory experiences. This course is a natural follow-up course to our “Intermediate Rubber Compounding” course and will go into more detail on all the topics covered in that course. Classroom subjects include elastomers\, fillers/reinforcement\, plasticizers/process aids\, antidegradants\, cure systems\, adhesion\, foaming agents\, and flame retardants\, compound design\, warehouse storage and useful references. Testing laboratory subjects will include process testing\, physical properties\, abrasion\, aged physical properties\, low temperature properties\, dynamic testing\, adhesion\, ozone/weathering testing\, chemical analytics and microscopy. Processing subjects will include mixing\, milling\, calendering\, extrusion and molding. There will be tours of the testing labs\, as well as a demonstration of mixing\, milling\, extrusion and molding. \nRecommended Pre-requisite Course(s): \n\nProcessing and Testing of Rubber (4 hour) and/or Essentials of Rubber Technology (4 hours) or Intermediate Rubber Compounding (8 hour)\n\nTopics Covered: \n\nPolymer overview\n\npolymerization methods\, polymer terms\, viscoelastic properties and glass transition temperature\n\n\nCommon elastomers and comparisons of their properties\nCarbon black and non-black fillers\n\nfiller properties and their role in rubber\n\n\nProcess oils\, plasticizers and process aids\n\nchemistries\, compatibilities and the effects on rubber compounds\n\n\nAntidegradants\n\nOzonolysis\, oxidation and the role antidegradants play in mitigating degradation\n\n\nVulcanization (Curing)\n\nThe various chemistries of curing are discussed including sulfur donors\, accelerators and activators. Includes an examination of rubber properties related to the type of cure\n\n\nAdhesion\, Foam Agents and Flame Retardants\n\nA brief overview of the types of chemicals used and the relationship with rubber\n\n\nMixing and Processing of Rubber\n\nA review of mixing\, milling and processing including curing into final rubber article\n\n\nTesting of Rubber\n\nphysical properties\, analytical measurements\, plastics\, engineering and microscopy.\n\n\n\nIn-person Price: $1\,400 Members / $1\,650 Non-members / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $100 for Other Student Members (Breakfast\, Lunch & Coffee Included) \nVirtual Price: $1\,000 Members / $1\,250 Non-members / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $100 for Other Student Members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER for IN-PERSON. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER for VIRTUAL. \nInstructors: Paul Merda and Nicki Hershberger\, Akron Rubber Development Laboratory \nPaul Merda is the Education Coordinator & Technical Advisor at ARDL. He has previous experience as a Lab Technician\, Polymer Adhesives Chemist & High School Science Teacher with 18 years in industry and 13 teaching. \nNicki Hershberger\n– Currently: Compound Development Manager / Sr. Technical Advisor at ARDL\n– Previously: Polymerics Inc. and Sid Richardson Carbon and Energy\n– Education: B.A. degree Kent State University\n– Experience: 24 years rubber experience in custom mixing and compound development for extrusion\, molding\, and auto-claved applications
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/course-advanced-rubber-compounding/
LOCATION:Akron Rubber Development Laboratory\, 75 E. Robinson Ave.\, Barberton\, OH\, 44203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251208T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T211418Z
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SUMMARY:Canadian Societies of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Conference and Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Metro Toronto Convention Centre \nThree rubber symposia are proposed:  \nAbstract submission deadline is January 26\, 2026.  More information at Canadian Societies for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2026 Conferences and Exhibition (x2026) – The Chemical Institute of Canada or contact Richard Pazur at richard.pazur@forces.gc.ca \nRecent progress in the fabrication of TPEs\nThermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) will include TPEs and Thermoplastic vulcanizers (TPVs). The TPEs will contain not only elastomers made of virgin thermoplastics and elastomers\, such as styrene butadiene styrene copolymers (SBS and SEBS) and Thermoplastic polyolefins (TPO)\, but also those made of recycled rubbers incorporated into thermoplastics\, such as polypropylenes or polyethylene /tire crumbs (or any other recycled vulcanized rubber products). \nAdvances in elastomer and rubber technology including new applications\nThis symposium will capture many important topics which are currently at the forefront in advancing rubber technology.   Sample topics that can be considered are: Elastomers and Rubbers in New Applications\, Elastomer or rubber modification\, Advances in Rubber Mixing\, Rubber compounding using novel ingredients\, rubber characterization and techniques\, rubber degradation and stability as well as advances in 3D printing. \nTargeting rubber processing issues in the rubber industry\nThis symposium will allow rubber industry participants to share their processing problems to academics and experienced rubber professionals in order to help troubleshoot and resolve outstanding issues that are limiting production or the quality of the final parts.   Processing issues can be varied and can extend from mixing\, milling\, calendaring\, extruding to molding (compression\, transfer or injection) final products.  New advances in the use of software based on finite element analysis can also be considered.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/canadian-societies-of-chemistry-and-chemical-engineering-conference-and-exhibition/
LOCATION:OH
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260217T141310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T141310Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Rubber Group Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Forest Akers West Golf Course\nLansing\, MI \nDetails: www.michiganrubbergroup.com
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/michigan-rubber-group-golf-outing-2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260306T195725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T195725Z
UID:2230-1780304400-1780660800@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Endurica Workshop: Characterizing Elastomer Fatigue Behavior for Analysis and Engineering
DESCRIPTION:June 1 – June 5; Lectures 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET with additional time available for questions during Office Hours 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET daily during the course duration. \nLocation: This course is available virtually only. It can be taken from the comfort of your home or office – remotely from any tablet\, laptop or computer. \nCourse Overview: Learn the essential principles and practices of material characterization for fatigue life prediction\, and strategies and procedures for planning effective fatigue test programs as well as making effective use of crack nucleation and fracture mechanics tools. The live\, online delivery of our Characterizing Elastomer Fatigue Behavior for Analysis and Engineering workshop includes lectures and exercises for a thorough understanding of the science behind Endurica’s workflow and software solutions. This course is a LIVE training event and a link to the presentation of each class will be made available to registrants for their reference/review. These links will be active for seven days after the class date so attendees will have time to make up classes they may not be able to attend live.  \nCourse Objectives \n\nKnow the physics and factors that govern the fatigue behavior of rubber\nUse accurate models and efficient procedures to characterize fatigue behavior\nTake advantage of test strategies that minimize risk and maximize productivity\nUse crack nucleation and fracture mechanics approaches effectively\nUse characterization to inform accurate fatigue calculations\nUse characterization to diagnose and solve development issues\n\nCourse Outline \nDay 1\n– Introduction\n– Elastomers as Engineered Materials\n– Stress-Strain Module \nDay 2\n– Basic Concepts in Elastomer Fatigue\n– Strategy in Fatigue Testing\n– Core Fatigue Module \nDay 3\n– Intrinsic Strength Module\n– Reliability\n– Nonrelaxing Fatigue Module (Strain crystallizing and amorphous rubbers) \nDay 4\n– Rubber’s Fatigue Design Envelope\n– Thermal Module\n– Ageing Module \nDay 5\n– Creep Module\n– Cyclic Softening Module\n– Fatigue Analysis \nPrice: $1\,895 Member / $1\,995 Non-member \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: Dr. Thomas G. Ebbott\, Vice President of Endurica LLC and Managing Director of Endurica Europe SARL\n\nBio: Tom is a tire industry veteran known for his leadership in driving advances in modeling\, simulation and workflows across a global organization.  He joined Endurica in 2022 after a 35-year career at Goodyear. While at Goodyear\, he held various technical and leadership positions with experience in product development\, modeling and simulation\, and materials characterization. He was a major contributor to the technical partnership between Goodyear and Sandia National Laboratories. He also enjoyed a two-year assignment at Goodyear’s technical center in Luxembourg as the Manager of Computational Mechanics. He has received numerous awards for his scientific contributions including 4 Superior Paper awards from the Tire Society. His published works include topics such as fracture mechanics and crack growth in rubber; fatigue of cord-rubber composites; non-linear viscoelasticity and constitutive modeling; tire rolling resistance and temperature prediction.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/endurica-workshop-characterizing-elastomer-fatigue-behavior-for-analysis-and-engineering-2/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260306T195320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T195855Z
UID:2229-1780477200-1780502400@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Course: Introduction to Compounding\, Mixing & Testing
DESCRIPTION:June 3\, 2026; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. ET \nCEUs: 0.76 (To receive the CEUs\, attendees must attend the course live and promptly complete the survey evaluation after the course.) \nLocation: This course is available virtually only. It can be taken from the comfort of your home or office – remotely from any tablet\, laptop or computer. \nCourse Overview: This course provides a practical overview of elastomer compounding and processing. Topics include elastomers\, fillers\, oils and plasticizers and curing agents. Participants will also explore the mixing\, processing and testing of elastomer compounds along with key considerations when selecting an elastomer for a specific application. \nThe mixing portion of the course covers several important topics related to internal mixers and the parameters that influence rubber mixing. The course begins with a brief history of mixing equipment including both mill mixers and internal mixers along with the different procedures used in each mixing process. Participants will also review the various methods used to process mixed compounds into finished parts. \nThe course concludes with real world examples of common problems encountered in rubber compounding and mixing. These case studies will examine what caused the issues and how they were successfully resolved in the field. \nLearning Objectives \n\nGain an overview of the practical aspects of elastomer compounding\n• Learn key considerations when selecting elastomers for specific applications\n• Understand the fundamentals of rubber mixing equipment and mixing parameters\n• Explore processing methods used to convert compounds into finished parts\n• Engage in discussion and one on one dialogue beyond general class content\n• Leverage the experience of instructors and fellow participants as a technical resource\n• Receive references and contacts for future technical questions and continued learning\n\nPrice: $695 Member / $795 Non-member / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $100 for Other Student Members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructor: William Stahl \nBio: William Stahl retired in March of 2023 after 45 years in the rubber industry. His main focus was in the compounding and applications for fluoroelastomer polymers. He has taught several courses for Rubber Division\, ACS. He is currently a consultant for WMS Technologies\, LLC (Norton\, Ohio).
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/course-introduction-to-compounding-mixing-testing-2/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
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UID:2053-1780531200-1780617599@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Mexico Rubber Group Course: How to Improve Rubber Compounds Part II
DESCRIPTION:Course: How to Improve Rubber Compounds Part II \nInstructor: Jose Gazano \nRubber Chamber Facilities Location:\nHegel 153-101 Col. Polanco CP 11560\nMiguel Hidalgo\, CDMX \nMore Information:\nMiguel Bernal miguelbernals@cnih.org.mx\nJose Gazano antogua@prodigy.net.mx
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/mexico-rubber-group-course-how-to-improve-rubber-compounds-part-ii-2/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251208T201043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T201043Z
UID:2064-1780531200-1780617599@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Quebec Rubber Group Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Golf Tournament \n\n\n\nJune 4\, 2026\nParcours du Vieux Village\n\n50 Rue du Bourgmestre\, Bromont\, QC J2L 2R9\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: https://aeq-qeg.info/
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/quebec-rubber-group-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251120T201441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T201441Z
UID:2030-1780563600-1780592400@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Course: Intermediate Rubber Compounding
DESCRIPTION:June 4\, 2026; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET \nCEUs: 0.76 (To receive the CEUs\, attendees must attend the course live and promptly complete the survey evaluation after the course.) \nLocation: This course is available virtually only and can be taken from the comfort of your home or office – remotely from any tablet\, laptop or computer. \nCourse Overview: This course is an overview of rubber compounding and testing. Compounding subjects include elastomers\, fillers/reinforcement\, plasticizers/process aids\, anti-degradants and cure systems. Testing laboratory subjects will include process testing\, physical properties testing\, dynamic properties testing and aging. Processing subjects will include mixing\, milling\, molding\, extrusion and calendaring. This course could be useful for chemists\, engineers and technical sales staff who may be relatively new to the rubber industry and want a better understanding of how different ingredients affect a rubber compound. \nPrice: $745 Members / $845 Non-members / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $100 for Other Student Members \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nInstructors: Paul Merda\, Nicki Hershberger and Paul Pavka\, Akron Rubber Development Laboratory \nPaul Merda\, ARDL\nPaul Merda is the Education Coordinator & Technical Advisor at ARDL. He has previous experience as a Lab Technician\, Polymer Adhesives Chemist & High School Science Teacher with 18 years in industry and 13 teaching. \nNicki Hershberger\nNicki Hershberger is the Vice President Technical & Sales at Akron Rubber Development Laboratory (ARDL). She has been in the rubber industry for around 25 years and has experience working in custom mixing and compound development for extrusion\, molding\, and autoclaved applications. In Nicki’s current role\, she works with customers on challenging compound development projects\, helps them evaluate new materials in various rubber applications\, and also manages ARDL’s technical advisor/compound development group. \nPaul Pavka\nCurrently: Technical Advisor / Rubber Compounder at ARDL\nPreviously: Technical Service at Franklin International\nEducation: B.S. Materials Science & Engineering\, Ohio State; M.S. Polymer Science\, University of Akron\nExperience: Seven years in the rubber/plastics/adhesives industries; has taught college chemistry and materials science \nAbout ARDL: Akron Rubber Development Laboratory\, Inc. (ARDL) is an internationally recognized independent testing laboratory specializing in rubber\, plastic\, and latex materials. With over six decades of experience\, ARDL offers comprehensive services including material testing\, product development\, process optimization\, and failure analysis. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert team provide solutions across various industries such as automotive\, aerospace\, medical\, and industrial applications. ARDL is committed to advancing innovation and ensuring quality in polymer products\, making them a trusted partner for companies seeking reliable and accurate testing services.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/course-intermediate-rubber-compounding-2/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20251212T162318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T162318Z
UID:2074-1780617600-1780703999@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Los Angeles Rubber Group Summer Derby
DESCRIPTION:Click here for details.
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/los-angeles-rubber-group-summer-derby/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260404T042933
CREATED:20260113T202120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T202120Z
UID:2110-1780704000-1780790399@www.rubber.org
SUMMARY:Los Angeles Rubber Group Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Saturday June 6\, 2026\, at 8:30 AM (in conjunction with The Summer Derby) \nDesert Pines\n3415 E. Bonanza Rd.\nLas Vegas\, NV 89101 \nDetails & Register: www.tlargi.org 
URL:https://www.rubber.org/event/los-angeles-rubber-group-golf-outing-3/
LOCATION:OH
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