The Rubber Division announces upcoming learning opportunities for July
Akron, OH – The Rubber Division, ACS has upcoming trainings are offered exclusively online, so you can participate from anywhere. Members enjoy $100 off every course and free access to all webinars. Not a member yet? Join today and start saving!
July 17 – Course: Static, Dynamic & Fatigue Characterization Testing
July 23 – Webinar: Electroelastomers – Applications, Principles & Opportunities
July 24 – Webinar: The Fatigue Limit of Rubber
July 30 – Course: Building the Rubber Compound – The Essentials
July 31 – Course: Intermediate Rubber Compounding
August 5 – Course: Rubber Extrusion Technology
SPECIAL OFFER! Learn the essentials of rubber compounding on July 30 and progress right into intermediate rubber compounding the next day! Contact hmaimone@rubber.org for a special discount if you take both courses.
July 17 – Course: Static, Dynamic & Fatigue Characterization Testing – Instructor: Paul Merda, Akron Rubber Development Laboratory
This course explores various methods for evaluating the physical performance of rubber compounds, components, and complete assemblies. We will focus on different testing techniques, including static, dynamic, and fatigue tests, to enhance characterization. Key topics include:
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Support Testing (static testing of rubber)
• Fatigue Testing (rubber fatigue assessments)
• Vibration Testing (dynamic and fatigue evaluations of sub-assemblies or components)
• Dynamic Characterization (dynamic testing of components or entire parts)
July 30 – Course: Building the Rubber Compound – The Essentials – Instructor: F. Joseph Walker, Elastomer Technologies
Attendees will be provided with details about individual ingredients used in the design of a rubber compound. The course delves into getting the voice of the customer by asking essential questions and using the answers to those essential questions in the design of the rubber composition. The components of rubber formulation are presented in detail. We explore the unique characteristics of each component and how they are produced. The course will highlight the importance of controlling crosslink density, its function characteristics and how it should be measured. We will examine quality control testing measures of the polymers & fillers and explore supply chain risk management of the formulation components. This is a perfect preface to our Intermediate Rubber Compounding course taught by ARDL on July 31. Take both courses for a special price! Email hmaimone@rubber.org for details.
July 31 – Course: Intermediate Rubber Compounding – Instructors: Nicki Hershberger & Paul Pavka, Akron Rubber Development Laboratory
This course is an overview of rubber compounding and testing. Compounding subjects include elastomers, fillers/reinforcement, plasticizers/process aids, anti-degradants and cure systems. Testing laboratory subjects will include process testing, physical properties testing, dynamic properties testing and aging. Processing subjects will include mixing, milling, molding, extrusion and calendaring. This course could be useful for chemists, engineers and technical sales staff who may be relatively new to the rubber industry and want a better understanding of how different ingredients affect a rubber compound.
Visit Upcoming Training – Rubber Division ACS for all upcoming training opportunities.