Hosted by TA Instruments and Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research.

This seminar will focus on developing a more complete understanding of rubber testing. Rheological, mechanical, and thermal analytical techniques will be the primary focus of this one-day seminar. Techniques discussed: Mooney Viscometer (MV), Moving Die Rheometer (MDR), Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA), Oscillating Die Rheometer (ODR), Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), and Mass Spectrometry (MS).

Topics Covered:

• Polymer Characterization• Compound Processability• Vulcanization Testing• Mechanical Properties• Thermal Analysis Characterization – DSC, TGA, and MS

Guest Speakers:

• Henri Burhin – Global polymer processing consultant, formerly of Alpha Technologies/Monsanto Instrument/Dynisco

• Sarah Cotts – TA Instruments lead Rubber applications specialist• Dr. Charles Potter – TA Instruments senior thermal analysis applications scientist

Don’t miss the LIVE demonstration of the world’s most advanced Rubber Processing Analyzer (RPA) also during this seminar. You are encouraged

to bring samples for testing during the seminar or afterwards.

Location:AT&T AuditoriumCarroll A. Campbell Jr. Graduate Engineering CenterClemson University

A complimentary lunch will be provided.

To register, go to http://www.tainstruments.com/RubberSeminar

*Seating is limited, so early registration is highly recommended

ONE-DAY RUBBER TESTING SEMINARFriday, September 23 | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Come visit TA Instruments at the International Elastomer Conference in Pittsburgh, October 10-13, booth #730, http://www.rubberiec.org/