Training Directory - Rubber Division

MANUFACTURING & PROCESSING
Engineering with Rubber
7 hours
CEUs: .7
This course is specifi cally prepared for engineers who are not
especially familiar with elastomers and their engineering
properties. The basics of elastomer chemistry and processing
will be presented, after which a more detailed examination
of engineering properties and the behavior of elastomers in
engineering applications will be examined. The goal of the
instruction is to fi rst help engineers understand the underlying
chemistry and processing of elastomers. Second, to learn what
kind of engineering properties characterize elastomers and how
those properties may be best utilized in engineering applications.
Silicone Basics
4 hours
CEUs: .4
This course will cover the following topics:
• Silicone Characteristics and Benefi ts
• Different Types (focus primarily on VMQ,
not fl uro or phenyl)
• How it is Made
• Why it is Different Than Other Materials
• Curing
• Silica Powders
• Additives for Different Properties and Applications
• HCR Processing
• LSR Differences – Properties and Processing
• Q&A
Introduction to Dispersions
4 hours
CEUs: .4
This course will start with a detailed explanation about how
dispersion is accomplished in rubber, including both liquids and
solids. Next, each type of dispersion will be studied, including
the common carriers and their capabilities. When discussing the
polymer bound dispersion, several polymer types and combination
will be examined. Finally, each type of dispersion will be explored
as to their benefi ts and limitations.
Internal Mixers and Mixing
Parameters
6 hours
CEUs: .6
This presentation covers a number of topics dealing with Internal
Mixers and Mixing Parameters (the things that affect rubber mixing).
It starts off with a brief history of mixing equipment, goes into
what an internal mixer is and some of its different options. It
covers the different types of rotors and how they differ, then
spends a great deal of time looking into the infl uence of various
mechanical and non-mechanical parameters and the effects they
have on rubber mixing, production uniformity, wear and damage,
the mixing process. It fi nishes with actual examples of problems
encountered in the fi eld, what caused them and how they were
resolved.
Introduction to Rubber Technology
for Non-Technologists
Webinar
If you are new to the industry, working in Engineering, Sales,
Administration, Human Resources or any other non-technical
area, and you’d like a very basic, easy to understand introduction
to the jargon of the trade and what goes on in the factory and lab,
then this 60-minute webinar is perfect for you. You won’t come
out a rubber expert, but you will understand all the basics of the
technology and the language of the business.
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