Smithers Tire Testing Expert Provides Training to Chinese Tire Industry

SUZHOU, China–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#automotive–Smithers Rapra, a world leader in rubber, plastics and composites
testing, recently provided insight and training at the Tire Technology
Training Course, which was organized by The Rubber Institute of Chemical
Industry and Engineering Society of China along with the Beijing
University of Chemical Technology. Henry He, Lead Test Engineer at
Smithers Rapra’s Suzhou Tire and Wheel Testing Laboratory, presented and
discussed a general overview of various tire testing techniques as well
as government regulatory requirements.

“Working globally across the tire industry gives us a broad perspective
on the latest in tire technology and testing techniques,” said Derek
Read, General Manager – Smithers Rapra China. “Through his experience in
the tire and wheel industries, Henry was able to provide engineers with
insight into tire testing and best practices in how to utilize the data
for development programs.”

Smithers Rapra’s presentations focused primarily on tire testing
technologies and methodologies such as durability,
rolling
resistance, aging,
and tread
wear, as well as force
and moment evaluations. Also covered were methods required for both
Chinese and EU tire labeling standards and various national regulations
around the world. The training outlined key regulatory testing
considerations for tire manufacturers when developing their next
generation of passenger and light truck tires.

“Understanding the performance of tires under laboratory test conditions
is critical in determining their influence on the ride, handling, and
safety of vehicles,” said He. “I certainly appreciate the invitation to
speak to the industry’s chemists and engineers about the important role
tire testing has in the successful introduction of their new products to
the global market.”

Smithers Rapra operates laboratories in North America, Europe and China,
covering a wide variety of testing and consulting services from material
chemistry and product
durability testing, to tire,
wheel and winter
testing. Smithers’ global network of ISO 17025 accredited tire test
laboratories perform a wide variety of SAE, ASTM, ISO, UNECE and EC
tests supporting raw material suppliers, tire manufacturers and
automotive OEMs. For more information about Smithers Rapra, visit www.smithersrapra.com.

About Smithers Rapra

Smithers Rapra has been a trusted partner of the plastics and rubber
industries for over 90 years. Our business is built around delivering a
complete portfolio of rubber and plastic testing services to support a
wide range of industry sectors including tire, automotive, polymer
products, oil and gas, medical device, pharmaceutical, transport,
packaging, industrial and consumer products. By integrating science,
technology and business expertise, Smithers’ goal is to add value
throughout the lifecycle of our clients’ products. Please visit www.smithersrapra.com.

About The Smithers Group

Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, The Smithers Group includes Smithers Apex,
Smithers Avanza, Smithers Pira, Smithers Quality Assessments, Smithers
Rapra, and Smithers Viscient. Each Smithers Group company provides
technology-based services focused on a defined market. As a group the
diversity of market sectors and technologies provides stability and a
platform for long-term growth. By integrating science, technology and
business expertise, Smithers goal is to add value throughout the life
cycle of our clients’ products, by utilizing testing, consulting,
information, and compliance services. All Smithers companies are known
by their clients as Trusted Providers of Innovative Solutions. For more
information, visit www.smithers.com.

Contacts

For Smithers Rapra
Todd Hain, +1-330-762-7441
[email protected]