The Rubber Division ACS learning opportunities for January

Akron, OH – Register now for one of the Rubber Division’s upcoming training opportunities. Members receive $100 off of each course and free registration for all webinars.

Dates to add to your calendar:
January 10 – February 28 – Webinar Series: Sustainability in Elastomers
January 14 – Webinar: Utilizing Lab Equipment for Efficient Development & Problem Solving
January 16 – Webinar: Managing Scientists & Engineers
January 21 – Course: Essentials of Rubber Technology
January 22 – Course: Essentials of Silicone Rubber
January 23 – Webinar: Gear Pump Technology in Rubber Application
January 28 – Webinar: Basics of Polymer Testing & Processing
January 29 – Webinar: Strength & Endurance in Rubber

Two great UMASS Lowell spring semester courses begin January 21.
Product Design for Elastomers (PLAS 5490)
Processing of Elastomers (PLAS 5500)

January 21 – Course: Essentials of Rubber Technology -Instructor: F. Joseph Walker, Elastomer Technologies

Participants can expect to gain a fundamental understanding of rubber materials and processing during this training.
Course Content:
what is rubber and its history
basic polymer chemistry and how to use it
why engineers use rubber
differences between rubber and plastic
types of rubber
how to select the type of rubber for the application
how rubber compounds are formulated
how rubber compounds are mixed
rubber curing and its relationship to properties
how to test rubber
rubber bonding
rubber molding
improving rubber part quality
how to write and interpret a rubber specification

January 28 – Webinar: Basics of Polymer Testing & Processing – Instructor: Paul Merda, ARDL

This webinar is designed to be an introduction to the rubber industry for employees who have very little or no understanding of how rubber or plastic parts are manufactured and tested. It introduces some basic terminology used in the rubber and plastic industries. Several types of testing will be introduced, and practical examples will be shared to illustrate why parts/products are tested. Lastly, this webinar provides an overview of the rubber mixing process, as well as a few processing and curing methods commonly used in this industry.

January 29 – Webinar: Strength & Endurance in Rubber – Instructor: Dr. William V. Mars, P.E., President of Endurica LLC

This webinar is designed for industry professionals wanting an “on-ramp” to the vast subject of managing the strength and durability of elastomeric materials and products. A technical background is helpful, but not required. This course will cover:
What failure really costs
Factors that limit rubber’s strength and endurance
What can be done to avoid failure

Visit www.rubber.org for more information.