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Smithers is expanding its Distribution Testing laboratory in Leatherhead, UK, to meet growing demand. Construction is currently underway, with completion expected by the last quarter of 2026.

The expanded facility will deliver a 55% increase in total footprint, adding an additional 3,800 sq ft of conditioned laboratory space and will further enhance testing capacity. The investment reflects increasing demand across sectors including e-commerce, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, as products move through more demanding distribution environments.

R.E. Carroll Inc. announced that it has successfully passed their Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) Responsible DistributionTM verification. This verification reaffirms that R.E. Carroll demonstrates the expertise, stewardship, and professionalism to achieve the highest in quality, safety, sustainability, and performance through ACD Responsible DistributionTM

Join RDAbbott on August 25 – 27, 2026, in Barberton, Ohio, for “Manufacturing with Silicone Rubber,” a comprehensive workshop from a fabricator’s point-of-view. There’s also an optional training opportunity on August 28 for one-on-one discussions with instructors and deeper dives into process development.

The twentieth edition of PLAST, the international exhibition dedicated to the plastics and rubber industry, successfully ended on June 12th at Fiera Milano, Rho. Four intense days of exhibition confirmed the event’s role as a benchmark for the sector, decisively overcoming the cautious outlook of the eve in a global geopolitical and macroeconomic context marked by severe uncertainties, trade tensions, and instability in international markets.

TechnoBiz is pleased to announce the Young Rubber Researcher Forum 2027 (YRRF 2027), a dedicated platform for young researchers, PhD scholars, postdoctoral fellows, faculty members, and early-career professionals in the rubber industr

Upcoming Rubber Division training courses will advance your knowledge and stay current with the latest developments in the elastomer industry that provide practical, expert-led education to help you grow your skills and enhance your impact.

July 8 – FREE Economic Update Webinar – ITR Economics
July 23 – Course: Antidegradant Chemistry, Testing & Aging
July 30 – Webinar: Forming Bonds & Leading Innovation – The Operational Challenge in Rubber

One year after launching its Bikes for a Brighter Future initiative, Teknor Apex is celebrating the impact of the program’s first year and preparing to bring the initiative to even more children and communities in its second year.

Created as a tribute to retired CEO and current Chairman of the Board, Jonathan Fain, and his lifelong love of cycling, Bikes for a Brighter Future was launched with a simple goal: give children who need bikes the most the chance to experience the freedom, confidence, and joy that comes with owning a bike.

The Rubber Division, ACS in partnership with ITR Economics is presenting a free Economic Update webinar on Wednesday, July 8; from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. sponsored by the HF Group.

Gain valuable insight into the economic forces impacting our world today in this free webinar featuring Connor Lokar, Senior Forecaster & Keynote Manager at ITR Economics. Uncertainty makes even the strongest businesses hesitate. When markets shift, leaders need more than forecasts. They need clarity, context, and a plan. This session will help business leaders understand what is coming next, how it will affect their industry, and where to focus when conditions change.