Webinar Series: Formulating Fridays
September 12 @ 12:00 pm - December 19 @ 1:00 pm
Fridays September 12 – December 19, 2025; 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. ET
This webinar series is a must-attend for anyone working in or entering the rubber industry! You will gain expert insight from 14 leading companies, each specializing in a critical ingredient utilized in rubber formulations.
In each session, subject matter experts will walk you through:
- The Chemistry – Understand the science behind each material, including functionality, key properties and available grades.
- Applications in Action – Learn where and why these materials shine in real-world rubber products and how they drive performance.
- Processing Insights – Get practical tips for compatibility, mixing and curing, ensuring successful integration into your rubber compounds.
Who Should Attend: Whether you’re a formulator, chemist, engineer or technical sales professional, this series will deepen your material knowledge and sharpen your competitive edge.
Topics & Dates:
- September 12 – Kickoff Introduction – ACE Laboratories
- September 19 – SBR – Akron Rubber Development Laboratory
- September 26 – Nitrile (NBR) – Zeon Chemicals
- October 3 – EPDM – Lion Elastomers
- October 10 – Natural Rubber – Smithers
- October 17 – Polychloroprene – Vanderbilt Chemicals
- October 24 – Carbon Black – Tokai Carbon
- October 31 – Silica – Evonik
- November 7 – Plasticizers – Hallstar
- November 14 – Process Oils – Ergon
- November 21 – Sulfur & Accelerators – Akrochem
- December 5 – Peroxides – Harwick Standard / Arkema
- December 12 – Anti-degradants – Flexsys
- December 19 – Process Aids – Struktol
Don’t miss your chance to connect with the pros and level up your rubber formulation expertise – all from the convenience of your screen.
One price, 14 webinars. This webinar series is not sold separately.
Price: Free for Members / $599 Non-members