Registration and housing is open for the Spring Technical Meeting

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Akron, OH – Experience three days focused on advancing knowledge, sharing ideas and building meaningful connections at the Rubber Division’s Spring Technical Meeting being held 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.

TECHNICAL MEETING TOPICS
• 3D Printing with Thermoset Elastomers
• Advanced Information Handling in the Rubber Industry
• Biomimicry in Elastomers: Design, Properties & Function
• The Business of Rubber: Supply, Sourcing & Tariffs
• Contributed Talks in Rubber Science & Technology
• Environmental Risk: 6PPD, Tire Wear & PFAS
• Foam Rubber: Materials, Processes & Testing
• Rubber Rollers: Materials, Processes & Testing
• Rubber Characterization, Testing & Analysis
• Sustainable Raw Materials & Processes

NETWORKING & SPECIAL EVENTS
• Social Meet-up
• Keynote Address
• Welcome Reception
• 5K Walk/Run
• Rubber Legend Luncheon

The Division has several great ways to put your company in the spotlight! From sponsoring the Welcome Reception or a daily Coffee Station to having your company featured in a Technical Meeting session, digital display or on-site table display, there’s an option to fit every budget and goal. Opportunities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Visit https://spring2026.events.rubber.org/ for more information.