Since 1996, UMD has developed Material Handling and Manufacturing Systems for the tire and rubber industry in a more durable, adaptable, and efficient way. From Mixing to Final Finish, we have produced batch-offs, cutters, extruder trains, green & finished tire conveyance systems, inspection stations, and many more custom engineered solutions.
Seifert Engineering
Since 1985, manufacturers—from small fabrication shops to Fortune 500 leaders—have trusted Seifert Engineering to keep operations running smoothly through innovative, reliable design. With teams in Massillon, Cleveland and Nashville, we bring mechanical and electrical expertise to many industries, including automotive, rubber and elastomers, plastics, pulp and paper, steel mills, refineries, utilities and food processing. Our engineered systems help you work smarter—boosting efficiency, cutting downtime and streamlining production. Whether you’re launching new equipment or upgrading existing lines, we deliver automation, integration and engineering solutions that fit seamlessly into your process, your team and your goals.
Rubber Division, ACS
The Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society is an international association of chemists, engineers, technicians, scientists, plant managers, sales and marketing professionals and others in the rubber, polymer or related fields within industry, academia and government. We work to educate, connect and grow the evolving elastomer industry through educational, technical, business and networking activities. Rubber Division, ACS is over 100 years old!
RDAbbott
At RDAbbott, we are more than a distribution company—we are your dedicated partner in advancing rubber technologies through materials science, process engineering, and proactive support. Our mission is to provide product availability, on-time deliveries, and exceptional customer support, backed by deep industry knowledge and expertise. We offer customized solutions through technical representation, process optimization, hands-on training, and state-of-the-art lab services to help fabricators and compounders improve efficiency and performance. Let’s collaborate to elevate your rubber solutions. Visit RDAbbott.com to learn more.
R.E. Carroll Inc.
97 year old family owned distributor of rubber compounding materials including polymers, curatives, fillers and additives. 5 warehouses around the eastern half of the US in NJ, GA, OH & TX.
Prime Materials
Prime Materials in Uxbridge, Massachusetts is a fully-stocked chemical distributor that provides industrial materials for over 30 different industries including plastics, rubber, coatings, adhesives, food, and personal care. As one of the 4th largest in the country, we deliver materials you need, when you need them. Our family and veteran-owned business takes great pride in our customer service, experience, and quality with a solid commitment to get you what you need—on time. We stock slips (amides), stearates, waxes, oils and more and get them to you fast. | Prime Materials, based in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, is one of the largest fully-stocked chemical distributors in the U.S., serving over 30 industries including plastics, rubber, coatings, adhesives, food, and personal care. We supply essential industrial materials such as calcium stearate, zinc oxide, polyethylene waxes, titanium dioxide, plasticizers, antioxidants, and flame retardants. As a family- and veteran-owned business, we pride ourselves on fast, reliable delivery and exceptional customer service, ensuring you get the products you need—on time, every time. Contact us at bwiegers@primematerials.com or (508) 278-0099 to request a quote or learn more.
McLube®
We help customers improve molding efficiency and achieve process goals with experienced technical assistance and specialized release agents, assembly lubricants, and slab-dip anti-tack tailored to individual materials and applications. Molders and manufacturers around the world rely on our carefully tailored mold release formulas to provide consistent results for every cycle. Each McLube® release agent has been carefully formulated to provide unparalleled release characteristics for a specific material, process, or application. Whether your goal is to reduce costs, improve parts, or reach a sustainability goal, our experienced team of Formulation Chemists and Technical Representatives can help. We have spent decades on production floors around the world helping customers achieve their process-specific goals and solve their most complex manufacturing challenges. Our diverse line of release agents includes water-based, solvent-based, and 100% solution formulations for all natural and synthetic rubbers, plastics, urethanes, and composite materials. If we do not have an existing product that is perfectly suited to your application, then our team of Technical Representatives and Formulation Chemists will develop a custom mold release agent catered to your unique application. From delicate medical parts to some of the largest tires in the world, engine components to steering wheels, our team has the industry-specific knowledge and expertise required to optimize your process and achieve your process-specific goals.