Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : UF/MF Fundamentals and Membrane Materials
Module 2 : UF/MF Membrane Fabrication, Morphology & Characteristics
Module 3 : UF/MF Membrane Format and Product Options
Module 4 : UF/MF Membrane Process Design and Flux Selection
Module 5 : UF/MF Membrane System Design
Module 6 : UF/MF Commercial Membranes & Suppliers Review
Module 7 : UF/MF Membrane Plant Performance Monitoring & Permeability Trends
Module 8 : UF/MF Membrane Applications in Water & Wastewater Treatment
Module 9 : Fouling & Use of Chemicals in UF/MF Membrane Filtration
Module 10 : Operational Issues of UF/MF Membrane Plant
Module 11 : Troubleshooting of UF/MF Membrane Water Plant
Module 12 : UF/MF Membranes - New Developments, Recent Trends & Future Prospects
Module 13 : Ceramic Membranes: Principles & Manufacturing, Applications & Performance
Module 14 : Commercial Ceramic Membranes Review
Module 15 : Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment: Basics, Technology & Process Design
Module 16 : Review of Leading Commercial MBR Products

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1 : Fundamentals of Adhesion
Module 2 : Adhesives Characterization
Module 3 : Components in Adhesives Formulation
Module 4 : Overview of SBCs in Adhesive Applications
Module 5 : Formulation Basics of SBCs Adhesives
Module 6 : Future Trends and Drivers in SBCs

Expert:
Dr. Walter Ramirez worked for 32 years at DESC-Repsol-Dynasol, where he was the Global Director of R&D and Technical Service. In 2015 he founded Innventik a Consulting & Engineering firm based in Spain, specializing in Elastomers, Rubber, and Applications. Dr. Ramirez has experience leading industrial innovation, developing New Technologies-Products-Applications including new SBCs (SBS, SIS, SEBS) and SSBR grades for Adhesives & Sealants, and other applications (i.e. Medical, Healthcare, Lubricants, Tires, Compounding). He is Chemical Engineer with a Doctorate in Polymers from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (France) and is the author of 4 Patents, 25 Scientific Publications, and +15 Technology Manuals for commercial Technologies. He has been a Scientific Counsel for the President of Mexico, a Board Member for the Secretary of Economy, Board Member for the National Science Foundation. He speaks English: 100%, Spanish: 100%, and French: 100%. He coaches and trains teams and companies around the world.

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Morning Session : Oil Resistant Elastomer
Afternoon Session : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1 : UF/MF Fundamentals and Membrane Materials
Module 2 : UF/MF Membrane Fabrication, Morphology & Characteristics
Module 3 : UF/MF Membrane Format and Product Options
Module 4 : UF/MF Membrane Process Design and Flux Selection
Module 5 : UF/MF Membrane System Design
Module 6 : UF/MF Commercial Membranes & Suppliers Review
Module 7 : UF/MF Membrane Plant Performance Monitoring & Permeability Trends
Module 8 : UF/MF Membrane Applications in Water & Wastewater Treatment
Module 9 : Fouling & Use of Chemicals in UF/MF Membrane Filtration
Module 10 : Operational Issues of UF/MF Membrane Plant
Module 11 : Troubleshooting of UF/MF Membrane Water Plant
Module 12 : UF/MF Membranes - New Developments, Recent Trends & Future Prospects
Module 13 : Ceramic Membranes: Principles & Manufacturing, Applications & Performance
Module 14 : Commercial Ceramic Membranes Review
Module 15 : Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment: Basics, Technology & Process Design
Module 16 : Review of Leading Commercial MBR Products

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : UF/MF Fundamentals and Membrane Materials
Module 2 : UF/MF Membrane Fabrication, Morphology & Characteristics
Module 3 : UF/MF Membrane Format and Product Options
Module 4 : UF/MF Membrane Process Design and Flux Selection
Module 5 : UF/MF Membrane System Design
Module 6 : UF/MF Commercial Membranes & Suppliers Review
Module 7 : UF/MF Membrane Plant Performance Monitoring & Permeability Trends
Module 8 : UF/MF Membrane Applications in Water & Wastewater Treatment
Module 9 : Fouling & Use of Chemicals in UF/MF Membrane Filtration
Module 10 : Operational Issues of UF/MF Membrane Plant
Module 11 : Troubleshooting of UF/MF Membrane Water Plant
Module 12 : UF/MF Membranes - New Developments, Recent Trends & Future Prospects
Module 13 : Ceramic Membranes: Principles & Manufacturing, Applications & Performance
Module 14 : Commercial Ceramic Membranes Review
Module 15 : Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment: Basics, Technology & Process Design
Module 16 : Review of Leading Commercial MBR Products

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1 : Fundamentals of Adhesion
Module 2 : Adhesives Characterization
Module 3 : Components in Adhesives Formulation
Module 4 : Overview of SBCs in Adhesive Applications
Module 5 : Formulation Basics of SBCs Adhesives
Module 6 : Future Trends and Drivers in SBCs

Expert:
Dr. Walter Ramirez worked for 32 years at DESC-Repsol-Dynasol, where he was the Global Director of R&D and Technical Service. In 2015 he founded Innventik a Consulting & Engineering firm based in Spain, specializing in Elastomers, Rubber, and Applications. Dr. Ramirez has experience leading industrial innovation, developing New Technologies-Products-Applications including new SBCs (SBS, SIS, SEBS) and SSBR grades for Adhesives & Sealants, and other applications (i.e. Medical, Healthcare, Lubricants, Tires, Compounding). He is Chemical Engineer with a Doctorate in Polymers from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (France) and is the author of 4 Patents, 25 Scientific Publications, and +15 Technology Manuals for commercial Technologies. He has been a Scientific Counsel for the President of Mexico, a Board Member for the Secretary of Economy, Board Member for the National Science Foundation. He speaks English: 100%, Spanish: 100%, and French: 100%. He coaches and trains teams and companies around the world.

Description:
Morning Session : Oil Resistant Elastomer
Afternoon Session : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : UF/MF Fundamentals and Membrane Materials
Module 2 : UF/MF Membrane Fabrication, Morphology & Characteristics
Module 3 : UF/MF Membrane Format and Product Options
Module 4 : UF/MF Membrane Process Design and Flux Selection
Module 5 : UF/MF Membrane System Design
Module 6 : UF/MF Commercial Membranes & Suppliers Review
Module 7 : UF/MF Membrane Plant Performance Monitoring & Permeability Trends
Module 8 : UF/MF Membrane Applications in Water & Wastewater Treatment
Module 9 : Fouling & Use of Chemicals in UF/MF Membrane Filtration
Module 10 : Operational Issues of UF/MF Membrane Plant
Module 11 : Troubleshooting of UF/MF Membrane Water Plant
Module 12 : UF/MF Membranes - New Developments, Recent Trends & Future Prospects
Module 13 : Ceramic Membranes: Principles & Manufacturing, Applications & Performance
Module 14 : Commercial Ceramic Membranes Review
Module 15 : Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment: Basics, Technology & Process Design
Module 16 : Review of Leading Commercial MBR Products

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1 : UF/MF Fundamentals and Membrane Materials
Module 2 : UF/MF Membrane Fabrication, Morphology & Characteristics
Module 3 : UF/MF Membrane Format and Product Options
Module 4 : UF/MF Membrane Process Design and Flux Selection
Module 5 : UF/MF Membrane System Design
Module 6 : UF/MF Commercial Membranes & Suppliers Review
Module 7 : UF/MF Membrane Plant Performance Monitoring & Permeability Trends
Module 8 : UF/MF Membrane Applications in Water & Wastewater Treatment
Module 9 : Fouling & Use of Chemicals in UF/MF Membrane Filtration
Module 10 : Operational Issues of UF/MF Membrane Plant
Module 11 : Troubleshooting of UF/MF Membrane Water Plant
Module 12 : UF/MF Membranes - New Developments, Recent Trends & Future Prospects
Module 13 : Ceramic Membranes: Principles & Manufacturing, Applications & Performance
Module 14 : Commercial Ceramic Membranes Review
Module 15 : Membrane Bioreactors for Wastewater Treatment: Basics, Technology & Process Design
Module 16 : Review of Leading Commercial MBR Products

Expert:
Dr Graeme K Pearce holds a degree in chemistry and a doctorate in chemical engineering from the University of Oxford, and is the Principal at his own consulting firm, Membrane Consultancy Associates (MCA) founded in 2005. MCA specializes in advice on membrane filtration technology and provides consulting services covering a range of issues including performance review, problem solving, acting as an expert witness, market analysis, strategy review, and technical advice for investors. Graeme has 40 years’ experience in the membrane field having undertaken technology and strategic development roles at BP, Kalsep, and Hydranautics prior to consulting. He is well known in the field of water and membranes through publications including numerous papers and book contributions. He is also the sole author of ‘UF/MF Membrane Water Treatment’, published by TechnoBiz. Graeme has conducted many workshop training sessions, has been a conference chairman and a regular conference session chair, as well as giving numerous keynote lectures and other papers. For further information see www.membraneconsultancy.com.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Morning Session : Oil Resistant Elastomer
Afternoon Session : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1: Natural Rubber Latex & Properties
Module 2: Synthetic Latex & Properties
Module 3: Latex Additives and Rubber Chemicals
Module 4: Latex Compounding and Vulcanization of Latex
Module 5: Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques for Latex Dispersion
Module 6: Characterization of Latex and Latex Products
Module 7: Latex Compounding: Key Principles
Module 8: Latex Stability and Film-forming
Module 9: Process Validation of Latex Dipped Products
Module 10: Testing of Latex and Latex Dipped Products
Module 11: Cost Saving in Latex Dipping & Latex Dipped Products
Module 12: Troubleshooting in Latex Dipping
Module 13: Latex Foam Production using NR Latex

Instructor: Dr. CC Ho, David Hill, Steve Chong

Expert:

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1 : Rubber Mixing Plant Requirement for Tyres and Non-Tyres
Module 2 : Raw Material Storage & Feeding Equipment in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 3 : Internal Mixers - Types & Selection
Module 4: Design of Dust Stop Rings for Mixer
Module 5: Access for Maintenance in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 6: Downstream Process of Internal Mixer
Module 7: Compound Cooling in Rubber Mixing Plant
Module 8: Continuous vs Batch Process of Rubber Mixing
Module 9: Forces Operating in Internal Mixer
Module 10: Gear Reducers, Ram Assembly & Process Oil Injector for Rubber Mixing Equipment

Expert:
With more than 35 years professional experience, Bruno Milanese worked with mixing machinery suppliers POMINI, FARREL and Meccaniche Moderne. His work experience involved with engineering and commissioning of mixing rooms for the rubber industry, both for tyre industry and for technical rubber goods around the world. Since 2004, he has been providing technical advisory services related to rubber mixing.

Description:
Module 1 : Introduction to Rotational Moulding
Module 2 : Raw Materials for Rotomoulding
Module 3 : Design of Molds for RotoMoulding
Module 4 : Rotational Molding Machinery Technology
Module 5 : Product Design of RotoMoulded Products
Module 6 : Process Control & Troubleshooting of Rotational Molding Process
Module 7 : Decoration & Graphics of Roto Products
Module 8 : Cost Reduction Opportunities in Rotational Moulding
Module 9 : Process Automation in Rotational Moulding
Module 10 : Advanced Rotational Moulding Technology (Multi-Layer Molding)

Expert:
Martin Spencer, a well-experienced rotomolding professional with 35+ years’ experience in the rotomoulding industry. Currently he is Managing director of UniqueRoto Consulting, offering consulting for rotomoulders in design, development, tooling, manufacturing, operations and training.  He was MD of Rototek for 22 years. He was chairman of ARMO (Affiliation of Rotomoulding Organisations) during 2016-2018 (2 years). He was chairman of Rotomoulding group at British Plastics Federation during 2006-2011 (for 5 years)

Description:
Module 1: Understanding the Working Principle of the Rubber Extruder
Module 2: Understanding the General Layout of Tire Tread and Sidewall Extrusion Line
Module 3: Die Design for Extruded Tire Components
Module 4: How to Reduce Tire Component Extrusion Variation and How to Reduce Defects?

Expert:
Dr. Gerard Nijman, a well-experienced and recognized rubber technologist has 33+years’ experience in rubber processing and tyre manufacturing. Currently, he is working as the Head of R&D and Technology Rubber Machinery at KraussMaffei Extrusion GmbH, Germany. In the past, He worked at Apollo Tyres (former Vredestein), Netherlands (29 yrs) as R&D Sr. Expert and also worked at HF-Tiretech Group, Germany as Head of Extrusion Process Engineering. He is awarded with 17 patents and received “Europe Rubber Technologist Award 2016”. He is a regular invited speaker and trainer at tyre and rubber industry conferences and workshops across the world. His educational credentials include: Ph.D in Polymer Processing ((University of Twente, Netherlands) and Master´s degree in Rheology (University of Twente, Netherlands).

Description:
Module 1: Raw Materials for Plastic Films: Selection & Basic Properties
Module 2: Raw Material Conveying and Blending Technology for Film Extrusion
Module 3: Film Extruder Components and Setup Principles
Module 4: Film Extruder Die Components and Setup Principles
Module 5: Film/Sheet Cooling and Stabilization Principles
Module 6: Gauge Variation Randomization in Film Extrusion
Module 7: Post Film Extrusion Processes
Module 8: Quality Control Measurements in Film Extrusion
Module 9: Troubleshooting Visual Defects in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 10: Troubleshooting Cooling and Stability in Plastics Film Extrusion
Module 11: Troubleshooting Roll Geometry in Plastic Film and Sheet
Module 12: Troubleshooting Gauge Variation in Plastic Film and Sheet

Expert:
Paul Waller has been a renowned author and expert in film extrusion for more than 40 years. His clients include raw material suppliers, processors, end users, educational institutions and industry associations on 5 continents. Mr. Waller obtained his B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering at McGill University in Montreal and his MBA at York University Schulich School of Business in Toronto. Mr. Waller started his career at Dow Chemical’s polyethylene technical services group before moving to Esso Chemical’s Vinyl division. Mr. Waller designed and presented the Film Technology program for the Canadian Plastics Training Centre in Toronto and SENAI in Brazil. He was co-chair of the Canadian Plastics Sector Council, which established occupational standards for film operators and was chair of the Flexible Packaging division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. He has provided intensive in-house training to more than 1,200 operators, technicians and engineers on five continents in the last 17 years.

Description:
Module 1 : EPDM Rubber Industry: Market, Supply Chain & Competencies
Module 2 : EPDM Rubber Chemistry & Properties
Module 3 : EPDM Rubber Compounding
Module 4 : EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 5 : EPDM Rubber in Foam Products
Module 6 : EPDM Rubber in Automotive
Module 7 : EPDM Rubber in Construction & Industrial Goods
Module 8 : EPDM Rubber in Tyres & Tubes
Module 9 : Troubleshooting of EPDM Rubber Processing
Module 10 : Q & A with Expert (Part 1) : EPDM Rubber Technology

Expert:
Eric Jourdain is a well-experienced specialist in EPDM, TPV, TPE, Butyl and Automotive Rubber Products. He worked for 40 years at ExxonMobil in various positions (Technical, R &D and Marketing) with business focus on synthetic rubber (EPDM, TPV, Butyl) in Technology, Development and Application.

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Morning Session : Oil Resistant Elastomer
Afternoon Session : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students

Description:
Module 1: Introduction to Compression Molding
Module 2: Rubber Processing & Part Deflashing
Module 3: Compression Mold Design - Part 1
Module 4: Compression Mold Design - Part 2
Module 5: Pulse Filling & Compression Preforms
Module 6: Platens, Mold Mounting and Mold Insulation
Module 7: Air Removal for Compression Molding
Module 8: Troubleshooting of Compression Molding

Expert:
Mr. Terry Chapin is currently a Rubber Technologist at Elastomeister doing rubber consulting, training and teaching, he has worked as a Senior Materials Engineer, working with elastomer and foam materials, Senior Rubber Technical and Cost Leader and a Tool Engineer for rubber and plastic molds. He holds two U.S. patents and has been involved in the rubber industry for 40 years, working with rubber companies globally. Terry has been an active technical speaker for university level continuing education instruction, rubber conferences and technical in-plant venues for 30 years.

Description:
Module 1: Key Ingredients of Rubber Compounds
Module 2 : Mixing of Rubber Compounds
Module 3 : Flow Properties of filled Rubber Compounds
Module 4 : Rubber Curing by Sulfur - Property Design
Module 5 : Rubber Curing by Peroxides - Advantage & Limitations
Module 6 : Filler Dispersion and Distribution - Improvement of Reinforcement
Module 7 : Reinforcement - A Key Property of Filled Rubber Vulcanizates
Module 8 : Dynamic Durability and Cut Growth Resistance of Filled Rubber
Module 9 : Improving Rubber Performance by Carbon Nanotubes
Module 10 : Improving Rubber Performance by Layered Silica
Module 11 : Carbon Black - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 12 : Precipitated Silica - Characterization, Dispersion & Reinforcement
Module 13 : Efficient Plasticizer for Filled Elastomer Compounds
Module 14 : Importance of Filler Distribution in Rubber Blends
Module 15 : Importance of Filler Dispersion and Adequate Test Methods
Module 16 : Oil Resistant Rubbers
Module 17 : Mixing in High Performance Rubbers - Theory and Application
Module 18 : Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Rubber Compounds
Module 19 : Polymer-Filler Interaction : Base for Rubber Performance
Module 20 : Phase Compatibilization - Improving the Morphology of Rubber Blends

Expert:
# Rubber & Tyre Industry Consultant
# Former Director of Germany Rubber Institute (DIK)
# Specialization: Mixing, Processing, Vulcanization, Rubber -filler interaction, nanocomposites, recycling etc.
# 45+ years in Rubber Technology Research & Consulting
# Received “Carl Harries” Medal from the German Rubber Society (DKG)
# Received the “Melvin Mooney” Award from ACS Rubber Vision
# 300+ published papers & Supervised 70 Ph.D Students