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Course: Carbon Black & Non-black Fillers
June 8, 2027 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
June 8, 2027; 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
CEUs: 0.38 (To receive the CEUs, attendees must attend the course live and promptly complete the survey evaluation after the course.)
Location: 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.
Course Overview: This course will review types of fillers commonly used in rubber compounds and how they affect rubber properties such as durometer, tensile, modulus, compression set, etc.
Topics covered will include:
- Effect of filler particle size and shape on rubber
- Types & chemistry of mineral fillers
- Carbon black tests and classification
- Filler comparisons in rubber compounds
- Rubber mixing with carbon black and other fillers
Category: Materials & Chemistry
Who Should Attend: Compounders, chemists and engineers who choose and use reinforcing fillers. Some technical background is helpful.
Price: $445 Members / $545 Non-members / Free for Undergraduate Student Members / $50 Other Student Members
Instructor: Paul Merda, ARDL
Paul 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.
About 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.