Tire technology seminars to be conducted in June and October by Standards Testing Labs

Standards Testing Laboratories Trans Tech (STL) will be offering its 2008 Tire Technology seminars at the company’s Massillon, Ohio, headquarters on June 3-5 and Oct. 14-16.

The educational sessions 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 of the two-and-a-half day programs.

A technical team of automotive and tire experts will provide a basic yet comprehensive overview of the technology involved in the tire business, the company says. 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.

The deadline to register for the June class is May 16. You have to be signed up for the October class by Sept. 26. Registration forms are available by visiting www.stllabs.com or calling (800) 833-8547.

STL says it is the world’s largest independent testing facility for tires, wheels and related automotive components. Through its four divisions, the company provides the rubber and automotive industries with dynamic laboratory testing, static and physical testing, fleet testing, test machines, specialized photographic and video services and consulting services.