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Check out October’s Rubber World and Manufacturing Digital and you’ll recognize a few members.

In the upcoming issue of Rubber World, PMA member Chuck Ruffing, technical director of Rubber Rolls Inc., discusses the benefits of using urethane instead of rubber where possible, including:
 More load-bearing capacity
 Greater tear strength
 Better compression set
 Stronger abrasion resistance
 Higher tolerance to greases, oils and ozone

In Manufacturing Digital, PMA shares the success stories various members have found post recession in capturing new opportunities—setting a great example for other manufacturers in the post-recession era. Several PMA members across the country are highlighted for their company’s efforts in finding new applications and gaining business back.

With advice from Jeff Dietrich, senior analyst of the Institute for Trend Research and speaker at the PMA Annual Meeting 2010, this article provides tips for manufacturers to maintain customers and remain profitable in 2010 and beyond.

As always, we encourage each of you to send us story ideas. You, too, can see your story in print. Until then, take a peek at our upcoming stories.

If you have a story to share, please send an email to Rachel McCormick at rmccormick@insideSH.com

About "Surprisingly Versatile Blog"

Welcome to the blog of the Polyurethane Manufacturers Association (PMA), the organization that brings together the best companies and the most comprehensive knowledge in the cast polyurethane industry. Visit here often for the latest technology, practices and expertise in cast polyurethane—one of the toughest and most versatile manufacturing materials in the world.

About Cast Polyurethane

Many manufacturers and designers may be surprised to learn of cast polyurethane’s physical versatility. Capable of being as flexible as a rubber band or as rigid as some metals, cast polyurethane is especially appropriate for parts that require toughness and durability. It’s a viable alternative to plastic, metal and rubber in a variety of applications. Discover more about cast polyurethane.

About the Polyurethane Manufacturers Association

As the only association dedicated to the advancement of cast polyurethane, PMA www.pmahome.org strives to expand the use of cast polyurethanes into new markets. By using this durable, versatile material, our members win, their customers win, and consumers win, too. That’s what we mean when we say our strengths are your gains.