STL Trans Tech offering tire training

Standards Testing Laboratories (STL) Trans Tech will be offering its 2008 Tire Technology seminars at the company's Massillon, Ohio-headquarters on June 3-5 and Oct, 14-16.
        
The seminars provide an overview of tire industry terminology, technology and the raw materials involved in the making of a tire, as well as the design, applications, compounding, construction and manufacturing processes. Rubber/polymer chemistry, physics, and testing standards and procedures are also covered during each two-and-a-half day educational program. 
        
A technical team of automotive and tire experts will provide a basic yet comprehensive overview of the technology involved in the tire business.  The seminars are designed to appeal to anyone directly or indirectly involved in the industry that needs a general understanding of tire design, construction and performance.
        
Registration is $900 and includes admission to the seminars, all materials, three luncheons, an evening banquet and refreshments throughout the course.  STL can assist with hotel accommodations.  Deadline to register for the June class is May 16, and the deadline for the October class is Sept. 26.
        
A downloadable registration form is available at www.stllabs.com, or interested parties can call (800) 833-8547 to request a form.