International Elastomer Conference Prospectus
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Learn, Connect & Grow at the<br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>Elastomer</strong> <strong>Conference</strong><br />
The many components of our <strong>International</strong> <strong>Elastomer</strong> <strong>Conference</strong> provide unique ways to gain knowledge, make<br />
new connections, generate business and have some fun. Below are just some of the highlights of the conference.<br />
Expo<br />
Our expo is the premier place where our industry’s<br />
customers and suppliers come together. It features a wide<br />
variety of companies, such as equipment manufacturers,<br />
injection molders, extruders, custom mixers, processing<br />
equipment, hydraulic presses, vacuum molding, testing labs,<br />
distributors, suppliers, and many more in the industry.<br />
Technical Meeting<br />
Experts in our industry share their knowledge with attendees<br />
through numerous presentations covering a wide range of<br />
important session topics. Our technical meeting consistently<br />
receives praise for the high-quality content it provides covering<br />
all aspects of rubber technology and future applications.<br />
Educational Symposium<br />
A variety of individual courses provide even more opportunities<br />
to learn. These are in-depth courses led by qualified instructors.<br />
Student Symposium<br />
This provides a platform for university students from around<br />
the globe to share their research activities and applied industry<br />
experiences through on-site presentations and posters.<br />
WORD (Women Of Rubber Division)<br />
Event<br />
This event provides an opportunity for the women of our<br />
industry to get together, learn, have some conversations,<br />
share experiences, give/get advice and network.<br />
Receptions<br />
All attendees are invited to our Welcome Reception. We<br />
also feature some additional small receptions for specific<br />
groups of attendees.<br />
5K Walk/Run<br />
Start this day off getting together for some exercise and fun,<br />
catching up with friends and making new ones.<br />
25-Year Club Luncheon<br />
All are welcome to this event where we acknowledge<br />
individuals for their many years of service to our Rubber<br />
Division and the rubber industry.<br />
Awards Ceremony<br />
Here we celebrate the winners for the Student Symposium,<br />
Service Awards, Best Paper Awards, Scholarship Winners<br />
and more.<br />
Industry/Business Presentations<br />
Additional presentations that focus on the business side of<br />
our industry, as well as other important topics are featured in<br />
the Expo Theater and at some special events.<br />
Experience <strong>Elastomer</strong>s Student<br />
Outreach Program<br />
We invite high school students to join us at IEC for hands-on<br />
workshops and expo booth interaction activities, so they can<br />
learn about the rubber industry with the goal of igniting<br />
interest and passion for it.