Detroit Rubber Group Spring Technical Meeting (April 15)
February 11, 2025
Join us for the Detroit Rubber Group (DRG) Spring Technical Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Wacker Chemical Corporation’s North American Innovation Center & Regional Headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Doors will open at 10:00 AM and the meeting will start at 10:30 AM.
Featured Presentations
- Breaking Barriers in Liquid Silicone Rubber: The Future of Custom LSR Compounding
Presented by Brian Swanton, Director of Process Engineering, NovationSi
NovationSi, RDAbbott’s manufacturing subsidiary, is transforming Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) customization by moving beyond off-the-shelf durometers and third streaming to pre-compounded solutions tailored at the formulation level. This technical presentation will explore how custom LSR compounding can enhance physical properties, improve processability, and meet unique application demands. Key topics include comparing third streaming vs. pre-compounded solutions, navigating the customization process, and designing LSR formulations for specific performance needs.
- An Industry Held Hostage: Off-Shore Rubber Chemical Manufacturing
Presented by Joe Walker, Industry Veteran, Owner and Founder of Elastomer Technologies, LLC
Joe will provide valuable insights into the global rubber chemical supply chain, exploring the challenges and implications of relying on offshore manufacturing. His presentation will shed light on industry vulnerabilities and strategies for mitigating supply chain risks.
Registration and Costs
To reserve your spot, email detrubbergroup@gmail.com or erik.labelle@syensqo.com. Please RSVP by April 11, 2025. The costs is $60 for Non-Members (includes a one-year membership), $50 for Members, $25 for Tier Suppliers, and free for OEMs. All registration proceeds support the DRG Scholarship Program.
