Technology Division
The primary function of the Technology Division is to evaluate the technical and processing needs of this industry and develop reference materials and programs to meet those needs.
PMA Technical Papers
Technology is a driving force in our industry, leading to new processes and products, refining the established ones, maximizing our investments in time, money, talent and materials. For more than thirty years, PMA Technical Papers have helped map the industry future. Technical paper presentations have provided an important industry opportunity to showcase technical developments to industry leaders at PMA meetings.
Technical papers are chosen for presentation based on their technical content, timeliness of the subject, and relevance to PMA members and the industry. More than 300 Technical Papers are available.
PMA Poster Sessions
Product presentations are one of the most well-received events at PMA meetings, offering visual education and new information and technology in an informal setting and forum that encourages interaction among participants. PMA Poster Sessions regularly offer a look at the latest tools, techniques and processes.
Please note: Available in even numbered years only.
Processing Techniques Seminars
PMA's Processing Techniques Seminars (PTS) offer a hands-on training opportunity for urethane industry professionals. They are designed for front-line personnel who handle specific, complex challenges associated with urethane production - plant managers, design engineers, owners, research and development engineers and foremen.
Processing Techniques Seminars provide an interactive learning atmosphere where attendees can meet with industry experts in a casual, yet informative setting. Each topics guided by experts who have "been there."
Please note: Available in even numbered years only.
“Our talented team of seminar leaders don't just dabble in these areas; they are the industry's experts!”
Recent topics include:
- Choice of Polyurethanes
- Choice of Mold Release Agents for Cast Urethane Elastomers
- Cast Tooling for Making Molds
- Bonding Techniques for Cast Urethanes
- Processing Cast Polyurethanes with Automated Machinery
- Profit Through Shop Handling Practices and Failure mode Evaluation Analysis for Polyurethane
- Hazard Recognition & Evaluation
- Control Technology - Ventilation & Skin Protection
- Practical Demonstration of Hand-Lab Mixing Technique
- Troubleshooting: Cast Polyurethane Processes
- Practical Chemistry for Cast Urethane Elastomer Production
- Prepolymer & Elastomer Testing and Characterization
- Machining of Urethanes
Visit the Resources & Publications page to see a list of the PMA Technology information available.
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