RDAbbott is co-hosting four in-person Chemlok training events in 2026 with Parker Lord. Additionally, Parker Lord will host two in-person training events at their Erie, Pennsylvania, facility, as well as four virtual training courses.
Starting January 29, RDAbbott launched its 2026 webinar series that will feature technical insights, material updates, and processing recommendations from our supplier partners throughout the year.
For decades, Chemlok® adhesives have helped engineers create durable rubber-to-metal bonds that improve performance, reduce vibration, and enhance reliability across countless applications. Discover the legacy of inventor Don Alstadt, explore the industries impacted by Chemlok technology, and access Parker Lord’s Chemlok® Adhesives Selector Guide to help identify bonding solutions for your next project.
Dow is investing $100 million to expand its global specialty silicones manufacturing and innovation capabilities. The investment involves facilities in the United States, China, and Japan and includes both liquid silicone rubber and engineered silicone materials. This expansion aligns with Dow’s efforts to shorten commercialization timelines and strengthen supply chain resilience.
Cancarb Limited has completed and commissioned a new solar power facility in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. The project underscores Cancarb’s long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability and will provide a substantial portion of the electricity required for its thermal carbon black manufacturing operations.
Join Parker Lord for a free two-day training on Chemlok® rubber-to-substrate adhesives. This exclusive event takes place October 13 – 14, 2026, at Parker Lord’s facility in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Join us October 7 from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PT) in Buena Park, California, for a free Chemlok® application and troubleshooting seminar hosted by RDAbbott and Parker Lord. This is a terrific opportunity to learn about rubber-to-substrate bonding and how to troubleshoot bond failures.
TSE Industries has published an article that explains how to mix its Millathane® millable polyurethanes. These strong and abrasion-resistant elastomers can be processed using conventional rubber equipment, but achieving consistent, high-quality results requires a controlled and well-structured approach to mixing.
Join RDAbbott at LSR 2026 in Akron this September and explore the full journey of liquid silicone rubber, from material selection through molding and production. With expert-led sessions, partner presentations, and a hands-on Open House experience, this year’s event connects every step from art to part.
Join us August 25 – 27, 2026, in Barberton, Ohio, for “Manufacturing with Silicone Rubber,” a comprehensive workshop hosted by RDAbbott from a fabricator’s point-of-view. There’s also an optional training opportunity on August 28 for one-on-one discussions with instructors and deeper dives into process development.
Craig Lustek, RDAbbott’s LSR Application Engineer, will co-present a liquid silicone rubber processing webinar with Sodick & Friends on July 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM (CST). This 1-hour session includes 30+ minutes of pre-recorded, in-cell training followed by a live Q&A session with presenters from across the silicone industry. Craig, along with the other featured presenters, will demonstrate a real-world fill study and explain how process parameters were selected, tested, adjusted, and validated to achieve a consistent, fully formed part.
Cristina DiFranco, Account Manager for RDAbbott, will participate in a panel discussion called “Leading the Way: Women Transforming the Foam & Adhesives Industry” at the Adhesives & Bonding Expo in Novi, Michigan, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM (ET). Attendees will gain valuable insights and actionable advice for advancing women’s careers in engineering.
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