Belt Line

6 2016

Vol. 15 Issue 2

A Publication of NIBA The Belting Association

Driving for Success at the 2016 Annual Convention

S eptember 14-17
By Bill Hornsby, 2016 Program Committee Chair, Habasit America

he theme of this years Convention is Driving for Success. We all want to be successful in our professional
and personal lives and this years event will provide opportunities to advance in both. The Program Committee has put
together a Convention with a little something for everyone in the
cool urban setting of Indianapolis.
Thursday has been dubbed Networking Day with a number of
options including: morning and afternoon seminars from University of Innovative Distributor speakers, tennis or other more casual networking opportunities with NIBA friends such as Segway
tours, Kiss the Bricks tour of the Motor Speedway, Escape Room,
Brew Bus (local micro brewery tours) or the Pickled Pedaler. Of
course the NIBA Golf outing will again be one of the highlights
of the day and will be held at the Brickyard Crossing which has
four holes inside the racing track and the other fourteen adjacent
to it.
NIBA welcomes former Racing Champion Derek Daly as the
keynote speaker who will help us understand the difference
between going fast and being fast within our companies. He
will stick around for an afternoon session where he will drill
down on implementation of the points made during the morning
session. There will also be an alternative afternoon session from
the UID.
The Next Gen After-Hours gathering that started last year is back
by popular demand. This year, networking for the group will be
expanded to include an exclusive afternoon speaker from the
UID who will be discussing The Foundations of Leadership.
We are also holding a Welcome Reception for spouses so they
will have an opportunity to get to know each other and make
plans to do some of the tours previously mentioned or other
unique events available. Since Indy is within driving distance
for many in our group, we encourage you to bring your spouses
to join in the activities and/or additional people within your

Nylon Core/
Aramid Belts in
the Folded Carton
Industry

2016 Directory
Updates

company to take
advantage of
the educational
2016 INDIANAPOLIS
opportunities
and the Convention Expo which
is always one of the
highlights. This year the Board has approved test marketing the
concept of allowing Distributor / Fabricators, who meet established criteria for sales to distribution, to exhibit at the Expo, so
we expect even more exhibitors than last year.

DRIVING FOR SUCCESS

Driving is an active word, and speaking of active, the Committee has planned an exciting opening ceremony at the Dallara
Indy Car Factory where there will be race simulators, pit crew
challenge, opportunities to take a ride in a street legal Indy or
NASCAR vehicle as well as photo ops with a Indy Show Car
decked out with NIBA and sponsors logos. The closing evening
will conclude with a short walk from the JW, just across the
street to an amphitheater in White River State Park, to enjoy the
music of Josh Kaufman who is a local Indy artist and winner of
Season 6 of The Voice.
We are all excited about the Convention and look forward to
seeing everyone in Indy in September. Heres to working hard
and playing hard!

Bill Hornsby
2016 Program Committee Chair
Habasit America

Convention Program (pgs. 6-15)

Registration Form (pg. 16)

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Scholarship
Winners

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News

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Letter from the President

id-year is rapidly approaching and I am amazed by how quickly 2016 is

moving. The NIBA committees have been working feverishly on initiatives that will continue to enhance the value to association membership. The Edu/Tech Committee recently completed its first-ever offering of the
Steel Cable Splice School. All indications say the school was a huge success. The
Membership Committee has ensured our membership remains solid through the
renewal process and continues to review new applicants. The Products & Services
Committee has just completed the review of submittals for the Memorial and the
Presidential Scholarships. Recipient notifications are in process and will be formally recognized at the Annual Convention.

Tom Pientok,
2016 NIBA President

The Program Committee is putting the finishing touches on what promises to be

another fantastic convention. The JW Marriott in Indianapolis will be home to this
years convention. The theme, Drive for Success, couldnt be more fitting for
keynote speaker, former Indy car driver, Derek Daly. The convention commences
on September 14th with the annual Dine Around and runs through the closing
event on Saturday, September 17th. I am looking forward to another memorable
and productive Annual Convention.
This summer, a small group of NIBA members will meet in Wisconsin to establish
the strategic plan for next three year time horizon. The dynamics of the industry
continue to evolve and we must establish a long-term goals for the association in
order to keep NIBA relevant and of value to its members. As the industry changes,
we need to work to make sure NIBA makes any necessary changes to best serve
membership. I am confident the efforts of this team will result in positive initiatives to drive new products, services and experiences that will benefit NIBA membership. I am excited to be able to participate in this process.

NIBAs logo, videos, written materials, etc.,

are proprietary material. Please submit a
written request to NIBA Headquarters to
receive permission for use in web sites,
catalogs, promotional materials, etc. All
articles in the Belt Line may be reprinted
with prior written approval from NIBA.

As I stated in my opening sentence, this year seems to be flying by. The role you
have entrusted me with has been very rewarding and a tremendous learning experience. I thank you again for affording me this opportunity!

Tom Pientok
NIBA President 2016
Apache Inc

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Account Coordinators...Sandy Carlson-Kaye, CAE
Erica Rasmussen
Graphic Designer....................Dan Dudzinski
Digital Media Coordinator...... Christine Piela

Editing of all member submissions for

inclusion in the Belt Line is a NIBA Board of
Directors requirement. Generally, comments
regarding quality, value, cost, etc., will be
deleted.

Connect Today!

260 Members

140 Distributor/Fabricator
107 Manufturer
13 Affliate
Down 6.1% from this point last year.

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Nylon Core/Aramid Belts in the Folded Carton Industry

By Tom Archer, Vaughn Belting Resources Inc, 2016 Education/Technical Committee
When we think of lightweight belting, what typically comes
to mind is conveyor belting with a tension rating of 150
lbs. PIW and under. These include the European style PVC,
urethane, and many domestic belts.
A category of lightweight belting that does not get as much
attention is the nylon core/aramid fabric belts, which have
applications for both conveying and power transmission.
This article addresses these often overshadowed belts and
their use in the folded carton industry, which manufactures
cartons used for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, beverage,
and many foods packaging, etc. Here, I will provide a brief
explanation of each stage of the process: (1) sheeting, (2)
printing, (3) die-cutting, and finally (4) folding/gluing.
The sheeter, the first stage, takes large rolls of paper and
cuts them into sheets. After being cut, narrow belts carry
these sheets to the end of the machine to be palletized.
The number of belts, vulcanized endless on the machine,
will vary from 20 to well over 125. Belts used in this
application are thin nylon core, aramid fabric, and quick
melt thermoplastic. Usually, but not always, they run on a
common shaft and all the belts are replaced at one time.
The second stage is the press section, where the sheets are
printed, coated, and dried. Some common presses used in
this process are manufactured by Man Roland and Hewlett
Packard. The Man Roland press has four rubber covered
nylon style perforated infeed belts 80 mm wide and must be
vulcanized endless on the machine. The Hewlett Packard
press, on the other hand, has both infeed and outfeed belts,
using nylon style belts and PVC thermoplastic.
The printed sheets proceed to the die cutter where they are
stamped to the required shape. Bobst die cutters use four
nylon style infeed belts and a wide 2 ply PVC thermoplastic
belt for waste.
The final stage is the folder/gluer process where the cartons
are, you guessed it, folded and glued. Some of the leading
manufacturers of folder/gluers include Bobst, Jagenenburg,
International, Signature, Vega, Masterworks and Post. The
flat die cut cartons are stacked and delivered to the folding
section using feed belts, which are endless. While these
belts have traditionally been rubber covered and ground

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to a consistent thickness, urethane foam covered feed belts

are being used more frequently. There are four common
carcasses used for feed belts: woven endless, nylon core
skived endless, mandrel made, and timing belts. Do note that
there are different rubber compounds and durometers being
used in this process. The lower the durometer of the rubber,
the higher the coefficient of friction, but they tend to wear
faster. Also, the carton material and coatings have to be
taken into consideration when selecting feed belts.
Between the feed section and the compression section, the
cartons are carried on rubber covered nylon core, aramid
fabric, or polyester fabric reinforced belts. The nylon core,
which is supplied endless, is skived and the latter two belts
are finger spliced. Some machines produce over a 100,000
cartons per hour, so these belts receive much abuse from
small pulleys, reverse flexing, and high speeds. With some
exceptions, their widths range from 25-38 mm and can
exceed 10,000 mm in length. Though thicknesses consist
of 3, 4, 5, and 6 mm, with two classes of nylons available,
the .5 mm thick nylon or 10 N/mm class is most commonly
used. There are instances where variables like carton
material and speed might cause excessive elongation of the
belt. Specifically, if the belt is 8500 mm or longer, it is best
to err on the side of caution and upgrade to the stronger belt,
one with a .75 mm nylon thickness or strength of a 14 N/
mm class. As with feed belts, different rubber compounds are
used, which directly affects carton output. Another important
factor in this process is ensuring that the splice is straight and
has a uniform thickness.
The final section of the folder/gluer process is the
compression section, which is comprised of two wide
thermoplastic conveyor belts running on top of one another.
These belts apply pressure on the carton while the glue sets
up. From this section, the cartons are packed and prepared
for delivery.
The process I have discussed above is typical of a folding
box plant, however, there are many other plants that may
use other equipment, which would then require different
processes. Regardless, one thing they all have in common is
that there is good, profitable business to be earned.

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Donate Prizes for the Convention Raffle

Raffle proceeds benefit the NIBA Scholarship Program

he product and services committee needs your

participation in our scholarship program. At the
Annual Convention we are having a 50/50 raffle
as well as many door prizes that will be donated by our
partners. If you would like to donate an item for this years
raffle, please contact the NIBA office at staff@niba.org or call
(414) 389-8606.

Your generous donation and company

name will be recognized during the
convention. To help us plan for
the convention we are asking that
we receive your donations no
later than September 1st.

2016 Directory Updates

Please see the following updates to your 2016 NIBA member directory.
If you have any changes, please contact the NIBA office.
For the most up to date information, visit the Directory section of the
NIBA website at niba.org/niba-members/
Apache Inc
Branch
Apache St. Peters
103 Olympic Way
St. Peters, MO 63376
Toll-Free: 888-731-1012
Phone: 314-699-9066
Fax: 314-699-9071
inquiries@apache-inc.com
www.apache-inc.com
Steve Schroeder, Inside Sales - St. Peters
steve.schroeder@apache-inc.com
314-699-9066 x603
Belting BVBA
Updated phone and fax:
Phone: 0032 56 35 35 79
Fax: 0032 56 35 37 81
HBD-Thermoid Inc - Corporate Offices
Eric Fitzpatrick, Director of Sales & Marketing
New email: EFitzPatrick@thermoid.com

International Belt & Rubber Supply

Lightweight & Heavyweight Belt
4132 B Pl NW
Auburn, WA 98001-2446 USA
Toll-Free: 800-426-5525
Phone: 253-833-6034
Fax: 253-833-5700
beltmanbill@internationalbelt.com
www.intlbeltandrubber.com
Bill Andre, President
beltmanbill@intbelt.com / Phone: 253-833-6034
Bert Evans, Vice President
bert@intbelt.com / Phone: 253-833-6034
Goodyear Total Belt Service Distributor. Large
inventory of plied belting, pulleys and relay related
accessories. Goodyear Star Hose Distributor, hose
assemblies made with procedures verified by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Branch
International Belt & Rubber Supply
423 N Oregon Ave
Pasco, WA 99301 USA
Phone: 509-543-3692
Fax: 509-543-3694
jon@internationalbelt.com
www.intlbeltandrubber.com

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Just Right Inc

Lightweight & Heavyweight Belting
43 E Corkscrew Blvd
PO Box 13
Lake Harbor, FL 33459 USA
Just Right Inc is a mobile vulcanizing and conveyor
maintenance service. We are capable of vulcanizing
rubber belts up to 96 and PVC belts up to 60.
Willis W. Kinman, President
justright43@gmail.com / Phone: 561-662-2955
Nola A. Kinman, Vice President
justright43@gmail.com / Phone: 561-662-2955
Khosla Profil Pvt Ltd
New Description:
We are a leading manufacturer & exporter (ISO
9001:2008 certified) of Industrial/Technical &
Filtration Fabrics based in Mumbai, India. We are
exporting conveyor belting fabrics including 6
PLY SOLID WOVEN belting Fabrics, transmission
belt fabrics/V Belt Fabrics, etc. Our products are
exported to more than 60 countries around the
world
Light Speed Imex Ltd Romania
Petru Rares NR 8
Oradea, 410049 Romania
www.lightspeed.ro
Ana-Maria Stolnicu, General Manager & Owner
light_speedgroup@yahoo.com / +40 25 941 4869
Light Speed Ltd offers all-round protection for plants
with products for conveyor belt maintenance, wear
protection, protection against caking, and industrial
corrosion protection, EM tyre repair a.s.o.
Luff Industries Ltd
New contact:
Todd Crieger, USA Sales Manager - Esatern &
Central Region
todd@luffindustries.com / Phone: 937-668-3950

OLBO & Mehler Textiles Gmbh

Lightweight & Heavyweight Belting
Edelzeller Str 44
Fulda, 36043 Germany
Phone: +49 661 103 305
Fax: +49 661 103 17305
www.olbo-mehler.com
Marie-Luise Keuler, Director Sales and Marketing
mlkeuler@olbo-mehler.com / Phone: +49 661 103
305
Elisabete Silva, Director Application Engineering
elisabete@olbo-mehler.com / Phone: +49 661 103
305
Alberto Tavares, CEO
alberto.tavares@olbo-mehler.com / Phone: +35 125
230 2738
OLBO & MEHLER Tex, Part of the Mehler
Group, is concentrating on full woven fabric and
bundles more than 300 years of experience in the
manufacturing of high quality technical fabrics. The
Sales department is located in Fulda Germany and
our state-of-the-art production is located in Portugal
. We have appr 250 employees.
Besides ISO 9001 and 14001 we achieved the TS
16949 for automotive applications in 2015. Pls visit
our web page www.olbo-mehler.com or ask for our
catalogue.
Rubber & Accessories Inc
New contacts:
Gary Clarkson, Warehouse Manager
770-934-6062 /
gclarkson@rubberandaccessories.com
Ryan Stasel, Sales
770-934-6062 / rstasel@rubberandaccessories.com
Snake River Supply Inc
Caldwell branch
Updated phone number:
Phone: 208-454-9305
Sampla Belting NA LLC- A Megadyne Group Company
info@sampla.com
www.sampla.com
New Description:
Manufacturer of conveyor and transmission belting.
Main Contact:
Cris Balint, General Manager
c.balint@sampla.com / Phone: 716-667-7450

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NIBA Annual Convention

DRIVING FOR SUCCESS

2016 INDIANAPOLIS

Driving For Success September 14-17, 2016

JW Marriott Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN

We are DRIVING FOR SUCCESS this year, as we gather in the city that plays host to the greatest
spectacle in racing history, the Indy 500. Networking Day on Thursday offers so many opportunities
there is something for everyone. Convention events will take you from the heart of the racing world to
the lush greenspace of White River State Park. The Convention will again culminate with the
popular Expo and conclude with NIBAs very first concert by Indy native Josh Kaufmann.

Questions?

staff@niba.org

414-389-8606

#NIBAcon
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2016 Program Committee Chair

Bill Hornsby
The theme of this years Convention is
Driving for Success. We all want to
be successful in our professional and
personal lives and this years event
will provide opportunities to advance
in both. The Program Committee has
put together a Convention with a little
something for everyone in the cool
urban setting of Indianapolis.

We are also holding a Welcome Reception for spouses so they

will have an opportunity to get to know each other and make
plans to do some of the tours previously mentioned or other
unique events available. Since Indy is within driving distance
for many in our group, we encourage you to bring your spouses
to join in the activities and/or additional people within your
company to take advantage of the educational opportunities
and the Convention Expo which is always one of the highlights.
This year the Board has approved test marketing the concept of
allowing Distributor / Fabricators, who meet established criteria
for sales to distribution, to exhibit at the Expo, so we expect even
more exhibitors than last year.

Thursday has been dubbed

Networking Day with a number
of options including: morning and afternoon seminars from
University of Innovative Distributor speakers, tennis or other
more casual networking opportunities with NIBA friends such
as Segway tours, Kiss the Bricks tour of the Motor Speedway,
Escape Room, Brew Bus (local micro brewery tours) or the
Pickled Pedaler. Of course the NIBA Golf outing will again be
one of the highlights of the day and will be held at the Brickyard
Crossing which has four holes inside the racing track and the
other fourteen adjacent to it.
NIBA welcomes former Racing Champion Derek Daly as the
keynote speaker who will help us understand the difference
between going fast and being fast within our companies. He will
stick around for an afternoon session where he will drill down on
implementation of the points made during the morning session.
There will also be an alternative afternoon session from the UID.
The Next Gen After-Hours gathering that started last year is back
by popular demand. This year, networking for the group will be
expanded to include an exclusive afternoon speaker from the UID
who will be discussing The Foundations of Leadership.

Driving is an active word, and speaking of active, the

Committee has planned an exciting opening ceremony at the
Dallara Indy Car Factory where there will be race simulators, pit
crew challenge, opportunities to take a ride in a street legal Indy
or NASCAR vehicle as well as photo ops with a Indy Show Car
decked out with NIBA and sponsors logos. The closing evening
will conclude with a short walk from the JW, just across the
street to an amphitheater in White River State Park, to enjoy the
music of Josh Kaufman who is a local Indy artist and winner of
Season 6 of The Voice.
We are all excited about the Convention and look forward to
seeing everyone in Indy in September. Heres to working hard
and playing hard!

Bill Hornsby
2016 Program Committee Chair
Habasit America

Dont Miss Out! Networking day

Thursday, September 15
Time and again, we hear that attendees want
more time to network with
their colleagues. Enjoy networking with
friends in combinations of physical, mental,
relaxation, personal development or social
activities.
There is something for everyone - choose
your own path, get a group together before the
Convention or meet members along the way!

Relax
Exercise
Education
Explore

Morning

Afternoon

Evan Todd Spa

Evan Todd Spa

Golf Outing
Tennis

Table Tennis

UID

UID

Canal - Bike Rentals

Canal - Bike Rentals

Segway Tour
Motor Speedway Tour

Social

Brew Bus
Pickled Pedaler
Escape Room

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Schedule of Events
Spouse/Companion registration includes all meals, tours and activities below (excluding Committee Lunch).
The 10:00 am activities on Saturday during the Convention Expo are intended for Spouse/Companion attendees
(not delegate attendees). Items designated with $ have an additional cost.

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Friday, September 16, 2016

9:00 am 11:30 am

Committee Chair & Executive

Committee Meetings

12:00 pm 1:00 pm

Committee Recognition Lunch

10:30 am 11:30 am Keynote Speaker

Derek Daly

1:00 pm 5:00 pm

Committee Meetings

11:30 am 12:15 pm Lunch

1:00 pm

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Kiss the Bricks Tour $

12:15 pm 1:15 pm

Business Session
Derek Daly Workshop

5:30 pm

Dine Around $

12:15 pm 2:30 pm

Next Gen Business Session

Gail Alofsin

1:30 pm

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Kiss the Bricks Tour $

1:30 pm

Segway Tour $

2:30 pm 6:00 pm

Expo Set-Up

Evening

Manufacturers Hospitality Night

Thursday, September 15, 2016

$
$

$
$
$
$

5:00 pm 6:00 pm
6:00 pm 10:00 pm

Spouse/Companion
Welcome Reception
New Member/First Timers
Reception/Orientation
Driving for Success
Welcome Reception

10:00 pm 12:00 am Next Gen After-Party

Breakfast & Opening Ceremonies

Saturday, September 17, 2016

4:00 pm 5:00 pm

8:00 am 10:30 am

6:00 am 8:00 am

Expo Set-Up

7:15 am

Fun Run/Walk

7:30 am 9:00 am

Breakfast

8:30 am 1:00 pm

Expo

10:00 am

Segway Tour S/C $

10:00 am

Escape Room S/C $

12:00 pm 1:30 pm

Lunch

1:00 pm 3:00 pm

Expo Tear-Down

6:00 pm 10:00 pm

Farewell Reception & Concert

S/C = For Spouse/Companion Attendees / $ = Additional cost

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education
Keynote & Workshop

Derek Daly
Complete
Champion
Leadership

How Fast Can

You Get Fast?
If the speed of doing business continues to increase in the next ten
years, ask yourself, how fast can you get fast? Derek takes you down the
success road to understand the critical difference between going fast and
being fast. You will grasp how to remove the speed bumps that slow you
down. You will learn how to achieve trailblazing performance and why
corporations sometimes struggle to emulate these valuable traits.
After lunch, Derek will drill down further in our breakout session. This
is your chance to get into the details of implementing the great ideas he
shared in the morning.
Derek Daly is a World Class Formula One and Indy 500 Driver, Master of Fast,
Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author and 25 year network television analyst.

Next-Gen Business Session

Gail ALofsin
Foundations of
Leadership

They Know It When

They See It!
Wherever you are on the leadership ladder, this seminar will help you
cultivate the characteristics, skills and vision you need to lead people.
The Foundations of Leadership is a powerful leadership training seminar
that focuses on developing skill sets that assist participants in becoming
stronger, more confident and respected leaders and managers.
Gail Lowney Alofsin is a lifelong student and educator. She is a professional
speaker, university professor and sales and marketing executive.

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Indianapolis is home to the University of Innovative

Distribution, a concentrated educational program focused
on the unique needs of the wholesale distribution industry.

In 2016 NIBA brings UID to YOU!

Thursday Morning UID

Kathryn A.
Newton, Ph.D.
Personnel
Productivity
Improvement
Distribution is a people intensive business and one of
the most important challenges for managers in todays
tough business environment is enhancing employee
productivity. You will learn how to take a systems
viewpoint of the organization; learning tools to identify
productivity gaps in your firm and working towards
a balance for employee activities such as hiring and
training, compensation, performance evaluation and
employee development. Learn how these elements
should work together effectively toward building a
productive and loyal workforce.

Thursday AFTERNOON UID

J. Michael Marks
Managing in
Turbulent Times
The distribution industry, in many
sectors, is in a race to the bottom
on price with new non-traditional
competitors like broad line box movers and Amazon.
The model that Peter Drucker put forward many
years ago, under this same title, still holds true today.
With an update for todays challenges, this session
examines decision making, scenario development,
risk assessment, and tools that separate the direction
of the tide from the size of the waves. This is a set of
practical tools that can be used to decide whether to
hire an inside rep or an outside rep, or when to pick up
a competing supplier.

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NeTWORKING
Expo

Saturday, Sept 17 New Hours 8:30am - 1:00 pm

The Convention Expo is continually rated as one of the most
valuable reasons to attend the NIBA Annual Convention. In just
four and a half hours, you can make contact with most major
manufacturers and gain invaluable knowledge of their products
and services. No appointments are necessary, just travel the
Convention Expo floor which features more than 80 Manufacturer
and Affiliate companies who are available for short business
meetings to inform, make decisions, and to renew business
relationships.
New this year qualified Distributor companies those
with 65% of their total sales to distribution (not sold to end users,
OEMs) will also be exhibiting.
Ren Morf

Start planning your list

of contacts now!

Navigate the Convention Expo with Ease!

This years Expo Guide will contain valuable contact information to help attendees navigate the
Convention Expo and keep track of the companies they visited and representatives they met.
Company descriptions, advertisements and contact information for the representatives onsite.
The Expo Guide is open to all companies exhibiting in the Convention Expo.
There is no charge to be included.
NOTE: Company representatives must be registered before
August 1 to be included in the publication.

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Wednesday, Sept 14 New Format 5:30Pm

Looking for a great night out and another way to
connect with fellow colleagues? Be sure to arrive
Wednesday to enjoy NIBAs third Dine Around.
This years Dine Around will be centered in the
nearby Mass Ave neighborhood a vibrant center
for dining, shopping and the arts with extraordinary
restaurants, eclectic shops, and vibrant night life.
New this year During the reception
at the hotel, diners will get to know the other
participants, form small groups and choose
their restaurant. When the bus drops everyone
off on Mass Ave this gives the groups of diners
the opportunity to order from the menus at a
comfortable price.
The $45 registration fee covers the reception and
transportation, each diner covers their own
expense at the restaurant.

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Recreation
Golf
Brickyard
Crossing

Tennis
West Indy
Racquet Club

Thursday, Sept 15

Thursday Morning, Sept 15

8:15 am Depart Hotel

9:00 am Shotgun Start

8:00 am start time

$185/participant

Includes green fees, cart,

breakfast, box lunch, taxes &
prizes. Rental clubs
are an additional $70.

Beverage
Cart
Sponsor
Golf Cart Sponsor

This years Golf Outing will be

at Brickyard Crossing, located
on the grounds of the worldfamous Indianapolis Motor
Hole-In-One
Speedway. Only Indianapolis
Sponsor
could combine the grandeur
and excitement of auto racing
with the serene, natural beauty Breakfast Sponsor
of a championship golf course.
The Pete Dye-designed course
features four holes inside the oval. The course is ranked as
one of Americas Top 100 public courses by Golf Digest and
is always in immaculate condition.
Part of Networking Day, the golf outing presents an ideal
opportunity to network outside of more formal events at the
Convention. What better place to enjoy spending time with
your NIBA colleagues than on this beautiful course?

$45/participant
Join fellow NIBA players for an exhilarating
round-robin style tournament sponsored by
Colmar Belting Company Inc. This years Tennis
event will be held at the nearby West Indy
Racquet Club. The event will be held outside
so attendees can enjoy the lovely September
Indianapolis weather.

Table Tennis
Thursday Afternoon, Sept 15
1:00 pm start time
$45/participant

Includes hosted bar

Back by popular demand!
NIBA will be hosting a Table Tennis
Tournament sponsored again by Luff
Industries. Join fellow members for
what is sure to be another fun event,
conveniently located in the hotel.

Fun Run/Walk

Spa DAY

Saturday, Sept 16

Reservations
Required

7:15 am Start Time

No cost to participate

All participants receive a gift

Distance:
Run = 5K/3 miles or
Walk = 3K/1.5 miles
You are invited to the 9th Annual
NIBA 5K Run and 3K Walk sponsored by ContiTech - NAFTA. This
years route winds its way through the nearby White River State Park.
Enjoy this spectacular greenspace against the backdrop of the Indy
skyline. Start your morning off with some brisk exercise with your
NIBA friends.

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Evan Todd Spa:

317-524 -2575
$50 Voucher

For pre-registered
Spouse/Companion
attendees only.
There are a limited
number of service
times available at
the luxurious Evan Todd Spa and Salon, an AVEDA
concept spa located in the Conrad Hotel, just a half
mile from the hotel.

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Tours/Activities

$45/participant

Indianapolis
Motor Speedway
Kiss the Bricks Tour
1:00 pm Wednesday, Sept 14
9:00 am Thursday, Sept 15
1:30 pm Friday, Sept 16
Internationally famous, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is home
to the worlds two largest single-day sporting events. Over the
years, the museum has amassed one of the worlds, most varied
collections of racing, classic, and antique cars, including more
than 30 cars that won the Indianapolis 500. The Tony Hulman
Theatre presents a 20-minute film on the history of the track and
race highlights. Year-round narrated bus tours of the race track
are available, weather permitting, when the track is not in use for
racing, testing, or special events. The Grounds Tour is a 1 1/2-hour
narrated tour of the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway facility
that provides guests the opportunity to tour the oval track, visit
the media center, the Pagoda, victory platform, garage area and a
Gasoline Alley suite, plus stand on the famous Yard of Bricks at
the start/finish line. In addition, guests will also tour the museum.

Brew Bus
1:00 pm Thursday,
Sept 15
Indy Brew Bus
is a fun way to
visit multiple
craft breweries in
Indianapolis and
surrounding areas. Each brewery offers a wide variety of
samples of their house, seasonal and specialty beers. Each tour
will visit four Indiana craft breweries. Passengers receive 20-25
samples of beer and are encouraged to purchase growlers to
bring back on the bus! Each passenger will receive a personal
sampling scorecard to help keep track of beers he or she likes.
Come taste what is uniquely Indianapolis!

2:00 pm Thursday,
Sept 15
The Escape Room
Indianapolis offers
a new, fun, and
interactive adventure
game designed for everyone. The concept: you and your team
are locked in a themed room where you have 60 minutes to
find clues, solve puzzles, and discover keys and combinations
to escape the room before your time is up! The Escape Room
Indianapolis is fun with your family, friends, and co-workers!
Also 10:00 am Saturday, Sept 17 for Spouses/Companions!

Pickled
Pedaler

Segway
Tours

1:30 pm Thursday,
Sept 15

9:00 am Thursday,
Sept 15 & 1:15 pm
Friday, Sept 16

The Pickled Pedaler is

Indianapolis hottest
party on wheels! This
custom-designed
fourteen passenger party bike is built for comfort and FUN!
With its sleek design, LED party lights, premium sound system,
and state-of-the-art electric pedal assist (no need to exhaust
yourself), this experience is for everyone!

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Escape
Room

Enjoy a one-hour
guided tour of White
River State Park and
the Central Canal in downtown Indianapolis. Guides will share
history of the park monuments and memorials.
Also 10:00 am Saturday, Sept 17 for Spouses/Companions!

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Welcome Reception
Thursday, Sept 15 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Driving for Success

Dallara IndyCar Factory

Start your engines at this fun interactive reception!
Say hello to your NIBA friends while you enjoy the interactive
exhibits and racing challenges. Enjoy a racing themed menu and
get your picture taken with the NIBA racecar!
Bus transportation is provided between 6-10:00 pm

Next Gen After-Party

Thursday, Sept 15, 10:00pm Midnight
If you are age 40 and under youre invited to the Next Gen After-Party at
The Rathskeller. This event is sponsored by Flexco and Universal
Belting Resource. Transportation will be available at the Indianapolis Motor
Speedway after the Welcome Reception. Details on page 4.
Be sure to attend the new business session by Gail Alofsin focused on
emerging leaders at 12:15 pm on Friday, Sept 16!

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Farewell RECEPTION
Saturday, Sept 17 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

DINNER

Concert

6:00-7:30 pm

7:30-10:00 pm

JW Marriott

Celebration Plaza
The closing reception and dinner will
be held at the JW Marriott followed by
a five-minute walk to White River State
Park where we will cap the night off
with a concert by Josh Kaufmann, Indy
native and winner of The Voice, and band
members from The New Etiquette!

Manufacturers Hospitality Night

Friday, Sept 16, Evening
Various Locations
Many Manufacturer and Affiliate
members of NIBA concurrently host
receptions on this evening to network
with attendees on a more social level.
Some events are by invitation only,
but those open to all attendees will be
posted at the NIBA registration desk.

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Convention & Travel Information

Indianapolis

Business/Sales Meetings

Indianapolis is prepared to welcome you with their famous

Hoosier Hospitality. While many know this exciting city as the
home to the greatest spectacle in racing - the Indy 500 - there
is so much more that Indy has to offer. Navigating the city is a
breeze. The 2016 Convention is located in the heart of downtown
within walking distance of White River State Park, world-class
restaurants, and some of Indys top attractions.

It is the policy of NIBA The Belting Associations Board of

Directors that no delegates conduct (or participate in) any
business or sales meetings during the regularly scheduled events
of the Convention.

Airport
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is located approximately
fifteen miles/thirty minutes from the hotel. There is no
complimentary shuttle service between the hotel and airport.
Excluding gratuity, estimated taxi fare to or from the airport (oneway) is $30.
Transportation
We encourage everyone to use the car rental discounts through
NIBAs member benefit program: Working Advantage. Simply
log on to www.workingadvantage.com, click Register at the
top of the page, click employees click here and enter NIBAs ID
#383931802.
Hotel
The JW Marriott Indianapolis is located at 10 S West St,
Indianapolis, IN 46204. Rooms are: $195/night + 17% Hotel
Room Tax.
Please make reservations online: visit www.niba.org and click
on the link under Events/Convention to make your reservation
online, or call the hotel directly at 866-704-6162. (Group
rates apply from three days prior through three days after the
convention based on availability.) Check-in time is 3:00 pm
and check out time is 11:00 am. Hotel room rate includes
complimentary wireless internet in guest rooms and public areas.
Parking
Hotel room rate does not include the $40 self-parking fee or
the $45/night valet parking fee. NIBA attendees receive a 25%
discount on self-parking, based on availability.
Name Badge
You will receive a name badge with your meeting materials.
Please wear your badge to all planned activities as a courtesy
to fellow members. A name badge is required to attend all NIBA
events.
NIBA Registration Desk
The NIBA registration desk will be located near the White River
Ballroom. It will be staffed daily for your convenience.
Recommended Attire

Registration/Refund Policy
The deadline to receive the Advance Registration Discount is
August 15th. Because of the time required for printing badges
and arrival packets, NIBA cannot guarantee pre-printed badges
or inclusion in the final registration list for those who register
after August 15th. Full refunds less a $200 administrative fee per
person will be allowed for any member or spouse/companion
registration canceled in writing by August 31st. No refund will be
given for event changes or cancellations received after August
31st
New Members & First Timers
All members are asked to extend a warm welcome to new
members and first time attendees who are identified by a ribbon
on their name badges. A special reception will be held for all new
members and first time attendees and their spouse/companion
on Thursday, September 15th from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Here,
those attendees will learn more about NIBA during a brief,
informal presentation by the NIBA President. Separate invitation
will be sent at a later date.
New this year One first time attendee will win free
Convention attendance. A drawing will be held at the Convention
of all first time member attendees. One lucky winner will receive
a refund of their Convention registration fee. Open to NIBA
members only, does not include spouse fees or activity/tour fees.
Prospective Member Guests
To qualify to attend the Convention as a Prospective member, a
company must submit a complete membership application for
review. Membership application and registration form must be
received prior to July 31st to allow for review and processing
time. If accepted as a Prospective member attendee the office
will guide you through the rest of the registration process and
if desired, begin the process for membership. staff@niba.org /
414-389-8606.
Tax Information
Convention registration fees are deductible as an ordinary
business expense under Federal Tax Law, but not as a charitable
deduction. Spouses travel fees are not deductible unless 1)
there is a bona fide business purpose for your spouses presence
[same as old rule] and 2) your spouse is also an employee of
your business. Please contact a professional tax consultant for
appropriate tax deductions.

Comfortable and casual best describe the appropriate attire

for the convention. Please note that the closing reception will
be partially outside. Average temperatures for Indianapolis in
September are Low - 55F/13C; High - 77F/25C. Comfortable
shoes are recommended for outdoor activities.

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2016 Annual Convention Attendee Registration Form

Driving for success Sept 14-17, 2016 JW Marriott Indianapolis, IN

Registration
Register online or complete this page and
return to the NIBA office:

NIBA-The Belting Association

6737 W. Washington St. #4210, Milwaukee, WI 53214

Call: 414-389-8606 Fax: 414-276-7704 staff@niba.org

Online registration
encouraged

WWW.NIBA.ORG
Payments are all U.S. Funds. Each delegate must register
separately. Copy form as needed. Booths must be reserved
separately, and all companies in Expo must register each
individual attending. All individuals to be listed in the Expo
Guide must be registered before August 1st.

Dont forget to call the hotel for reservations!

(Details online and page 10.)

Attendee Details
(please print as names will appear on badge)

Delegate name: ________________________________

Registration Fees
Distributor/Fabricator Members
Manufacturer or Affiliate Members
Spouse/Companion
Prospective Members

NOTE: Prospective member registration must be

accompanied by a membership application. Registration
cannot be guaranteed if received after July 31, 2016.

Mobile Phone: _________________________________

Email: ________________________________________
Twitter Handle: @ _______________________________
Special Needs (dietary restrictions)? ________________
Spouse/Companion name: ________________________
Mobile Phone: _________________________________
Email: ________________________________________

1:00 pm
5:30 pm

8:00 am
8:00 am - 11:30 am
8:15 am

"Kiss the Bricks" Speedway Tour

Dine Around

(reception & transportation only)

$935

Delegate

Fee

Spouse/

Companion

=
=

=
=

yes / no

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Signature:_____________________________________

saturday, September 17th

7:15 am
7:30 am - 9:00 am
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
10:00 am
10:00 am
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Fun Run/Walk
Breakfast
Expo
Segway Tour
Escape Room
Lunch
Farewell Dinner at Hotel
Farewell Concert at Park

Total

o $45

o $45

o $45

Delegate

FRIday, September 16th

Breakfast & Opening Ceremonies
Keynote Speaker
Lunch
Keynote Workshop
NextGen Business Session
"Kiss the Bricks" Speedway Tour
Segway Tour

Spouse/Companion

o $45

o $45
o N/C
o $185 handicap: ___
Rental Clubs? o Right o Left o N/A o $70
Pairing Requests? (enter names or companies)
"Kiss the Bricks" Speedway Tour
o $45
Segway Tour
o $45
UID Afternoon Workshop
o N/C
Table Tennis
o $45
Brew Bus
o $45
Pickld Pedaler
o $45
Escape Room
o $45
Spouse/Companion
Welcome Reception
New Member/1st Timer Reception
o N/C
(only select if this is your 1st NIBA)
Welcome Reception & Dinner
o N/C
Next Gen After-Party
o N/C
(only select if age 40 & under)

Exp. Date: _____________________________________

$895

Tennis Tournament
UID Morning Workshop
Golf Outing

8:00 am - 10:30 am
10:30 am - 11:30 am
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
12:15 pm - 2:30 pm
1:30 pm
1:30 pm

* Logo on NIBA Indy Car *

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9:00 am
9:00 am
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:30 pm
2:00 pm

Special Needs (dietary restrictions)? ________________

Card #: _______________________________________

o
o

Thursday, September 15th

10:00 pm - 12:00 am

Total amount to be charged: $ _____________________

$725
$815
$530

Wednesday, Sept 14th

Twitter Handle: @ _______________________________

Please send checks payable to NIBA-The Belting

Association, return this form with credit card details or
contact NIBA for wire transfer instructions.

$685
$775
$490

Delegate

First NIBA Convention? (circle one) yes / no

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Payment

After
8/15/16

Sponsorship Item(s)? Please mark item(s) below or contact the NIBA office to see whats still available:
o $325 Golf Tee o $400 Golf Flag
=
o $250 Logo on NIBA Indy Car (*see details below)
o Other Sponsorship?___________________________________________

Company:_____________________________________
Phone: _______________________________________

Person Registering

EarlyBird
Rate

Delegate

o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o $45
o $45

o N/C
o N/C
o N/C

Total

=
o $45
N/C
o N/C
o $185 handicap: ___ =
=
o $70
o $45
o $45
o N/C
o $45
o $45
o $45
o $45

=
=
N/C
=
=
=
=
N/C

o N/C
o N/C

N/C

o N/C

N/C

o N/C

N/C

Spouse/Companion

o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o $45
o $45
Delegate

o N/C
o N/C
o N/C

Spouse/Companion

Total

N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
=
=
Total

Spouse/Companion

o N/C
o N/C
o N/C
o $45
o $45
o N/C
o N/C
o N/C

N/C
N/C
N/C
=
=
N/C
N/C
N/C

Total Cost(all costs are listed in U.S. Funds) Add all lines above =

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NIBA Memorial Scholarships Winners

By Bo Fisher, 2016 Products & Services Committee, Maxi-Lift Inc

IBA received 71 applications for the Memorial

Scholarship this year. The Products & Services
committee members were extremely impressed by
the level of community involvement and leadership skills
by these students. Ten $2,000 education scholarships were
awarded.
The 2016 Memorial Scholarship winners are: Jessica C.
Broussard, True DeMille, Robert H. Fisher, III, Stephanie
Michelle Keith, Alexis Lexi Labossiere, Sarah Mayer, Ariella
Ponikvar, Freddy Rodriguez, Jared Sherrick and Austin Walter.
Jessica C. Broussard of Thorsby, Alabama
applied through Randall Broussard of
Applied Industrial Technologies and
will be attending Auburn University.
Jessicas passion for community service
comes from her experiences following a
devastating tornado in northern Alabama.
She volunteered along with her church to
restore homes and serve food to those in need. She says In
that moment I knew that what I had done that day impacted
the lives of an entire family for the good of mankind, and
helping them get back onto their feet meant more than
sleeping in an extra hour or so on a Saturday morning, or
getting to catch up with the latest news on social media, or
anything else that was going on in the world.
True DeMille of Orem, Utah applied
through Scott Furner of LewisGoetz and
will be attending Utah Valley University.
True was inspired by his parents own spirit
of kindness to volunteer for mission work
halfway around the world in South Korea.
He says Seeing the example of my parents
serve in the community helped me to
want to do my best to serve a community halfway across the
world.
Robert H. Fisher, III of Tampa, Florida
applied through Robert H. Fisher, Jr. of
Rubber & Accessories Inc and will be
attending University of Florida. Robert
became a volunteer at the local retirement
community after seeing how few visitors
some of the residents received. He found
the experience richly rewarding: They
all had incredible stories. Whether it was how they came to
America, fought in the war or were in a famous jazz band.

Stephanie Michelle Keith of Valencia,

California applied through Thomas Keith of
ContiTech - NAFTA and will be attending
University of Oregon. Stephanie believes
in turning her education into action.
After taking an Advanced Placement
Environmental Sciences course, she
participated in local beach cleanups and
became active in activities to reduce oil dependence. She
says We have the opportunity to take what we have learned
from history, science, and critical thinking and apply our
knowledge to attack our most significant problems.
Alexis Lexi Labossiere of Waltham,
Massachusetts applied through Robert
Labossiere of Colmar Belting Company
Inc and will be attending Endicott
College. Lexi developed a love of for
helping people while volunteering in her
community, which led to her decision to
pursue a career as a Physicians Assistant.
She says, Performing community service
has transformed me into this new chapter of my life in
preparing me for the medical career and helping others for
the rest of my life.
Sarah Mayer of Cincinnati, Ohio applied
through Edward Mayer of Thaman Rubber
Company and will be attending the
University of Cincinnati. Sarah seeks an
education of the heart and the mind.
She says In school I learn skills for the
workplace, but when I serve others I
am able to utilize those skills and grow
my values as well. I now know that I want to work for a
company that values community service and benefits others.
Ariella Ponikvar of Brecksville, Ohio
applied through Robert Jaite of Nitta
Corporation of America and will be
attending Cleveland State University. For
five years, Ariella has spent her Saturday
mornings leading her communitys youth
soccer program. She says My ultimate
goal is to combine my passions for soccer
and teaching to launch an after-school program that will
teach children how to be productive citizens through the
lessons of sports. While this goal is ambitious, I am confident
that through my education I will grow into a leader and will
make a real impact in my community.
NIBA Memorial Scholarship Winners continued on next page

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Freddy Rodriguez of Vancouver,
Washington applied through Freddy
G. Rodriguez of Rubber & Plastics Inc
and will be attending Oregon State
University. Freddy places great value on
higher education and sees it as the key
to unlocking future success. He says,
Going to college gives people a better
understanding on how to solve issues and prepare for a
leadership position. With that knowledge, I wish to be more
of a mediator for all people within my community and to
lead programs that can inspire the younger generation to
succeed.
Jared Sherrick of Troy, Ohio applied
through Ronald Sherrick of CBT and will
be attending Ohio State University. For
Jareds Eagle Project, he led a team of
volunteers in a beautification process for
a local non-profits facilities, including

enabling them to kick off their recycling program. He says

of his experiences, To touch a life does not always require
amazing projects. Sometimes a kind word, or even just a
smile can make all the difference in someones life. Although
I will soon enter a new chapter in my life, I want my actions
and words to speak for my genuine love of
all people.
Austin Walter of Marion, Iowa applied
through Randall Walter of Apache Inc and
will be attending Northwestern University.
Austin feels that community service
imbues his education with greater purpose.
He says, Service was integral because it
kept me grounded in why to teach and why it is important for
everyone to learn. It has built in me a long-term commitment
that goes beyond simply giving five dollars whenever my
conscience is bothered.

Endless Training Expanded HD Splice Seminar a Success

By Dick McConnell, Flexco, NIBA Trainer
The Technical and Education committee, utilizing the existing training resources, expanded this years HD splice school.
With the focus on being a more complete resource for todays
demands on belt splice operation, the class was offered in two
segments.
The traditional HD fabric vulcanized and mechanical fastener
training, began on Monday April 4th. This pro-active, hands on
seminar was attended by 16 active NIBA member employees
from a cross section of belt service personnel. Through the first
two days, detailed instruction and hands on activity covered
the best practices of both traditional step splicing and the more
specialized finger splicing. After making the samples, the class
got to visualize the quality of their own splice results through
standardized adhesion testing. This portion of the splice training
was rounded off with discussion on the application and selection of mechanical belt fasteners.

For the second half of the

week of April 4th, there
was an optional training
for steel cable belt splicing. This initial offering
provided a somewhat rare
opportunity for the recipients to receive hands
on instruction on the best
practices geared toward
consideration of the
unique demands placed
on steel cord splices. The
key points were successfully articulated during the
classroom portion. In the
actual belt shop sample
splicing activity, the
critical details to meet operational demands were successfully
exercised.
The Technical and Education committee would like to thank
the board for their support in expanding the HD splice school
training. This first run seminar including the steel cord splice
training has provided a platform upon which future training can
be standardized to cover all current popular splicing options.
Special thanks to Almex Group for providing the physical
resources to assure the success of the 2016 HD Splice School.
And thanks to Continental Rubber, R K Rubber, and Flexco for
their support of this annual event.

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MEMBER TO MEMBER

New Personnel

New Products

IBT Industrial Solutions announced that Jeff Cloud will take

over as the new Vice President of Marketing. In his new
role as Vice President of Marketing, Cloud will manage
all business groupsplus all marketing communications,
including: strategic market planning, e-commerce strategy,
supplier rationalization, and sales support. He will also serve
on IBTs Executive Committee. In addition to overseeing IBTs
product and service positioning programs, Cloud will also
work closely with other leaders in the organization to develop
and deploy short- and long-term strategic plans designed to
enhance IBTs unique value proposition.

ASGCOs Retractable Razor-Back System with Split

Block Spring-Shoc is an advanced secondary belt cleaning
system that allows for safe access and service from outside
the chute! This innovative patent pending design prevents
the dangers of working inside the conveyor or breaking the
plane of the conveyor, keeping workers out of harms way.
This greatly reduces downtime and eliminates the need for
confined space permits. Our engineering department has
listened to the feedback from our customers and has delivered
a product with all of the cleaning efficiency of our patented
Razor-Back cleaners, while allowing for safe, access and
ease of maintenance. Ideal for Coal Fired Power Plants, Hard
Rock Mining, Steel Mills, Iron Ore, Aggregate and Mineral
(Phosphate, Potash, Salt) Mining.

Motion Industries, a leading distributor of maintenance,

repair, and operation replacement parts, is pleased to
announce the addition of Mark Stoneburner as Corporate
Account Vice President Industry Segments. In his new role,
Mr. Stoneburner will help expand the companys existing
Industry Segment focus to leverage identified areas of growth
opportunity. A graduate of Xavier University (MBA) and
Ohio University (BSBA), Mr. Stoneburner brings with him
a wealth of experience in a 33-plus year career focused
primarily in distribution. He has worked in various branch
sales and sales management roles, and has held positions
in product management, marketing, and systems integration
(ERP). He most recently led sales and marketing efforts on the
manufacturing side of the business.
Matt Morrison has joined Regional Conveyor Services Inc as
an Outside Sales Representative.
Singer Equities - parent company of PRC
Industrial Supply, R/W Connection and
Virginia Carolina Belting - is pleased
to announce theappointment of Pete
Haberbosch as a group Vice President of
Singer Equities. Haberbosch joined the
organization in 2014 as VP/GM of Singers
Matt Morrison
Hampton Rubber business unit and has
recently assumed an expanded role as VP/GM of the Summers
Rubber platform as well. Pete Haberbosch came to the
Singer organization with 21 years industry experience in fluid
power, industrial rubber and power transmission products
with a mechanical engineering degree. He spent eleven years
with the Gates Rubber Company as a District Sales Manager,
National Accounts Manager, Regional Sales Manager in
the Northeastern U.S. and ultimately Director of the Gates
Performance Group. Thereafter over the next five years, Pete
expanded his work experience globally as Vice President of
Sales and Marketing of Fenner Precision and later in the same
capacity at Fenner Drives headquartered in the Lancaster, PA
area.

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Flexco Modular Impact Beds are engineered with maximum

capacity in mind, while ensuring full containment. The
modular beds are designed with universal components
that offer effective and affordable load zone protection and
feature a 2 (600 mm) sectional design, which allows the
user to choose the layout of their load zone, depending on
application-specific performance requirements.
Flexco recently introduced the PTEZ Belt Trainer - another
high-performance tracking idler to its robust line of belt
trainers. Designed with the Flexco Pivot and Tilt feature, the
new PTEZ belt trainer may be used in any application that
requires tracking to prevent damage to the belt or conveyor
structure, including single-direction and reversing belts.
Available for belt widths up to 72, the Flexco Hitch Guard
prevents foreign objects from becoming lodged between the
conveyor belts at the hitch, which can cause longitudinal
conveyor belt tears and damage to the products being
conveyed. When under the pressure of trapped objects, the
individual segments will release from the support bar to
prevent belt damage, while remaining segments stay in place
and continue to protect the hitch and the conveyed product.
Flexco Segmented Transfer Plates are designed to cover the
gap between conveyors that are positioned end-to-end, endto-chute, or end-to-other conveyor structure. Available for
belt widths up to 60, the transfer plates protect packages and
other products from damage, while preventing belt tears and
other damage from lodged foreign objects. Paired segments,
designed to be easily removed for maintenance, are available
to accommodate gap widths from 4-10 inches.
A new ergonomically-designed hand knife designed for
cutting flooring, plastics, leather or rubber belting is now
available from Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions (IBS). The
Hyde Quarter-Moon Hand Knife is a highly versatile tool
at your side in your factory or in the field. Designed with
a rugged, soft-grip handle with a no-slip texture for a surer
grip, the Hyde Quarter-Moon Knife has a blade made of
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comparable knives made of lesser steels. The back edge of the

knife is safe (not sharp) to help prevent cuts and nicks to the
hand. Also, this hand knife can be re-sharpened for years of
use.
Motion Industries, a leading distributor of industrial
maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) replacement parts,
and a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company
(NYSE: GPC), announced the creation of the Renewable
Energy segment initiative. In order to better support its
customers in the renewable energy sector, Motion Industries
created this segment emphasis to provide dedicated resources
to support those customers MRO needs. Motion will expand
its services with its current vendor and customer relationships,
and will be investigating the potential to partner with
prospective companies where synergies can be formed in
order to bring a higher value to the customers operations.

Used Equipment for Sale

Sparks Belting Company is offering the following items for
sale: 16 Radial Arm saw, 48 wide belt rewind, 60 wide
belt puller, Heinz H-frame press, Nikro smoke/fume filter
system, 24 Thermodrive welder, Hot air cleat welding
machine. Contact Sparks at 800-451-4537 for more
information.
Rubber & Plastics Inc has a Thermoplastic Press for sale $15,000 OBO. Manufacturer: MOL Belting Systems Details:
5 wide x 78 long Heating Element, 8.5 Amps per Platen,
40-50 PSI per splice, Fiberglass Board Recommendation:
12 wide board on bottom and 10 wide on top, Automatic
Heating and Cooling, Capable of multiple custom preset
times and temperatures, 220 3 phase. Contact Laura Hoggan
at 3605674289 or lhoggan@conveyorbelt.com for more
information.

Newsworthy Items
ASGCO Complete Conveyor Solutions headquartered in
Allentown, PA is celebrating its 45th anniversary, providing
the highest quality bulk material handling products and
services. ASGCO has grown from the original vision of its
founder and namesake, Alfred S. Gibbs to become a leading
manufacturer of proprietary bulk conveyor components
and accessories that enhance material flow performance.
Founded in 1971 by Alfred and his son Todd Gibbs, ASGCO
believes in taking care of the customer with great quality
products and exceptional service. This has been a successful
and standard policy at ASGCO for many years and has
flourished under the guidance of third generation President,
Aaron S. Gibbs. The growth of the company over the years is
due to recognized improvements in the productivity of client
operations. Thats because, no matter what the assignment, the
team of experts at ASGCO always seek out ways to increase
production and to reduce operating costs at bulk handling

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facilities worldwide. For more information: www.asgco.com

about/company or contact ASGCO at 800-344-4000 or
info@asgco.com
The University of South Florida (USF) Alumni Association
honored the 2016 USF Fast 56 the fastest growing USF
alumni owned or led businesses in the world on Friday, April
29, in the Marshall Student Center Ballroom and Oval Theater
at USF Tampa. BMG Conveyor Services is one of 56 USF
Bull-owned or led businesses inducted into the 2016 USF Fast
56 by USF System President Judy Genshaft and USF Alumni
Association Board of Directors Chair Betty Otter-Nickerson. To
be considered for the USF Fast 56 program, an organization
must have been in business for at least three years, have
revenues of $250,000 or more for the most recent 12-month
period, and be owned or led by a University of South Florida
alumnus.
A few spots still remain for the Flexco BCP Training School.
Held July 25-27, 2016, the school reviews common belt
conveyor maintenance issues such as carryback, spillage, and
mistracking, while looking at safe solutions to help increase
uptime and make your belt conveyor system more productive.
For more information on this session, as well as the others that
are offered, log on to www.flexco.com/bcp-training-school.html.
Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions (IBS), a division of Hyde
Tools, Inc., today announced the acquisition of two
manufacturing firms to bolster the companys offerings
in the plastics and tire and rubber marketplaces. D&S
Manufacturing and PDK Design & Grinding, both of Auburn,
MA, will become part of the Hyde Group of companies. D&S
Manufacturing has specialized in the manufacturing of highchrome alloy tool steel granulator and shredder and recycling
knives used to break down plastic material for more than 70
years. For over 85 years, PDK Design & Grinding has been a
leader in the manufacturing of tungsten carbide rotor knives
and bed knives for pelletizing plastic before being converted
to a final product. Both firms also offer grinding services
for the re-sharpening of their respective knives and blades.
According to Hyde, there will be no immediate or outwardly
apparent changes for D&S and PDK customers. Sales, service
support, ordering and engineering contacts will remain the
same at both companies.
Motion Industries, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC), has entered into a
definitive agreement to acquire Colmar Belting Company.
The closing of the transaction occurred May 1, 2016. Colmar
Belting Company is a regional distributor focused primarily
on power transmission and belting sales and service based in
South Boston, Massachusetts. Their offerings include material
handling related products such as conveyor belting, idlers and
pulleys, as well as a wide spectrum of custom belt services
such as slitting, fastening, and vulcanizing. In business
since 1933, Colmar serves the needs of numerous industries
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and recycling.
Colmar Belting will continue operations under its existing
management team in all locations.
Shuster Corporation, provider of bearings and power
transmission products, and a division of Motion Industries,
is celebrating its 100th anniversary a rare event in todays
industry climate. Shuster is based in New Bedford, MA.
Reveyron SAS celebrates its 90th anniversary of business
success (1926-2016). They would like to thank all their
customers for trusting them and making Reveyron a leading
manufacturer of polyurethane conveyor belts. Please contact
them to get some birthday goodies: info@reveyron.com.

New Facilities
ASGCO Complete Conveyor Solutions is proud to
announce their 28,000 square-foot facility on a twelveacre campus in Nazareth, PA. ASGCOs new facility can
provide engineering and fabrication of your components in
the shortest time possible. This state of the art manufacturing
center houses all fabrication equipment under one roof
allowing ASGCO to produce high-end precision products
for their clients, while delivering everything needed to
maintain or expand virtually any bulk handling conveyor
system. Our new fabrication facility is outfitted with CNC
Laser and Plasma cutting tables, a CNC Press Brake, CNC
Machining Center, CNC lathe, and much more, enabling
ASGCO to process customer orders with greater precision
and better lead-times. The new facility also houses a new
powder coating bay and custom epoxy finishing bay.
BMG Conveyor Services, a member of the Tampa Bay
business community since 1970, recently expanded
operations and inventory capacity by adding a second
location. The new property, which is across the street from
the companys headquarters near the Port of Tampa, adds an
immediate 23,000 square feet and 4 acres to the companys
physical footprint, with space available to double warehouse
facilities in the future. The property acquisition closed in
mid-December 2015; by early January 2016 crews were
building out the facility for BMGs fabrication department.
This included upgrading the electrical system with full 480
volt three-phase power service, upgrading to a 200-ton
press brake, and adding a CNC machine. These and other
improvements took about 30 days to implement; by early
February, work was complete and the new location was fully
operational.
Flexco recently unveiled and expanded training facility
dedicated to the education of its customers and employees.
The expanded Training Center features hands-on and
classroom training on mechanical fastener offerings from
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usable space than the previous center, and combines handson application and classroom instruction with state-of-the-art
training technology.

New Promotions
Advanced Flexible Composites recently unveiled its corporate
video. This video showcases AFCs wide range of capabilities
to produce flexible, high performance fabrics and tapes for
non-stick, high temperature applications. The video highlights
AFCs history of providing cost effective, innovative solutions
to help its business partners keep production moving. By
collaborating with its partners, AFC has been able to develop
valuable solutions to respond to their partners needs and
requirements. The video can be viewed at www.afcvideos.com.
In September, ASGCO Complete Conveyor Solutions is
participating in MINEXPO International 2016 at the Las Vegas
Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. The show runs from
September 26-28 and they will be exhibiting at Booth #1963
(North Hall). Visit them there to see their products and to learn
how they can make your conveyors run safer, more efficient
and more productive!
Motion Industries, a leading distributor of industrial
maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) replacement parts,
announced the launch of its new knowledge website:
www.Bearings.com. Designed as an information hub,
Bearings.com offers valuable resources to professionals
about the latest bearings-related news and applications. Site
visitors have access to a wide array of content on the subject
including articles, videos, white papers, training materials and
more.
Motion Industries, a leading distributor of industrial
maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) replacement parts,
announced the relaunch of its knowledge website:
www.themotorspecialist.com. Originally launched in 2010 to
offer guidance regarding EISA legislation, The Motor Specialist
website now offers expanded resources covering the latest
information and innovations in the electrical motor industry.
Site visitors are invited to access a wide array of electrical
motor content, including articles, videos, white papers,
training materials and more.
The special book from NILOS GmbH & Co. KG with the title
Conveyor Belts Practical Knowledge Know How & Know
Why gives all conveyor belt users an interesting insight
into the production of conveyor belts and a comprehensive
practical representation of interconnected topics. Summarised
and introduced are technologies and knowledge of excellent
experts and enterprises as well as procedures to the state
of the corresponding technology. This book is for students
of conveyor technology, plant engineers, project planner,
vulcanizers, belt assemblers and technical businessmen.

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Annual Go for the Gold!

The following companies have contributed to the NIBA

Scholarship fund in 2016. Please support these companies
for their generosity in support of NIBAs scholarship fund!

Gold Sponsors
Contribution of $800 or more
AccuPad Inc

Forbo Siegling LLC

AFM Industries

Colmar Belting
Company Inc

Habasit America

Reichel-Korfmann Co
Inc

American Biltrite

ContiTech - NAFTA

Apache Inc

Conveyor Accessories
Inc

Industrial Supply
Solutions Inc

Shanghai YongLi Belting

Co Ltd

LewisGoetz

Thaman Rubber
Company

Belt Power LLC

Chiorino Inc

Derco B V
Flexco

Nashville Rubber &

Gasket Co Inc

Universal Belting
Resource

Silver Sponsors
Contribution level $400-$799
Aarubco Rubber Co
Accurate Industrial Inc
Advanced Flexible
Composites Inc(AFC)
AirBoss Engineered
Product Inc
All-State Belting LLC
BEHA Innovation GmbH
Blair Rubber Company

Bullitt County Belting &

Supply

Megadyne Group
Companies

Quality Belt
Maintenance Ltd (QBM)

Canadian Bearings Ltd

Scout Belting SA de CV

Conviber Inc

Midwest Rubber Service

& Supply Co

F. N. Sheppard & Co

Motion Industries Inc

Fabricated Extrusion
Company, LLC

Nitta Corporation of
Holland

Great Lakes Belting &

Supply Corp

Passaic Rubber
Company

Sparks Belting Company

Vaughn Belting
Company Inc
WAGENER Schwelm
GmbH & Co
Westech Group Ltd

Bronze Sponsors
Contribution of $399 or below
American Eagle
Manufacturing LLC

Equipment & Supply (W.I)

Ltd

Power & Rubber Supply

Splawn Belting Inc

Applied Industrial
Technologies

Qingdao Huaxia Rubber

Industry Co., Ltd.

Tribute Incorporated

Gates Mectrol Corp

JTE Machine Systems, Inc

R/W Connection Inc

Virginia Carolina Belting

Maxi-Lift Inc

Ram Belting Company Inc

Mulhern Belting Inc

REMA TIP TOP - NA

Voss Belting & Specialty

Company

Elastotec P/L

Norwesco Industries
(1983) Ltd

Richmond Supply Co &

Rubber Div

Epperson & Company

Novex Inc

Rocua Internacional, S.A.

De C.V.

Applied Power Products

Inc
Belt Tech Industrial Inc

Pooley Inc

Uniband USA

See next page for 2016

Contribution Levels
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Annual Go for the GOLD!

Each year, NIBA The Belting Association awards educational
scholarships to children of parents employed by NIBA member companies.
Show your commitment to education contribute to the NIBA Scholarship Fund today!

Annual Go for the Gold

Highlight your collective company
contributions at the Annual Convention.

Gold

2016 contribution of $800 or more

Each attendee will receive a gold ribbon on their
name badge, and the company name and logo
will be projected during the general session.

Silver

2016 contribution between $400-$799

Each attendee will receive a silver ribbon on
their name badge, and the company name will
be projected during the general session.

Bronze 2016 contribution up to $399

Each attendee will receive a bronze ribbon on
their name badge, and the company name will
be projected during the general session.

Donation Amount
q I would like to make a contribution of $_______ to achieve _______________ status.*
q I would like to add enough to my current 2016 contribution to bring my total to $800 to reach Gold status.
q Ive already reached Gold status for 2016 but wish to additionally contribute $_______.
*Your companys cumulative contributions count towards your overall status in the Presidents Club and towards gem levels
Company Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________
q Check coming by mail or q Please bill my credit card (information below)
Card Number: __________________________________________________________________________Exp. Date:__________
Cardholder Name:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Cardholder Signature: _______________________________________________________________________________________

NIBAThe Belting Association

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Phone: 414-389-8606 Fax: 414-276-7704 staff@niba.org

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Another Successful Lightweight Technical Seminar

By Steve Fournier, Apache Inc, 2016 Education/Technical Committee

he NIBA Educational/Technical Committee continued

to provide lightweight belt training for two days to a
full class of 26 NIBA members. This years Key Principles & Best Practices of Lightweight Belting was held at the
Almex Group facility in Decatur, GA, on March 15 & 16.
Continuing to build on an excellent program, this years
instructors included Mike VandenAkker from Sparks Belting,
Mike Francis from Dunham Rubber, and Steve Fournier from
Apache. The speakers brought many years of diverse industry
experience and knowledge, which challenged and engaged
the entire class. Along with added technical expertise from
committee members Gene Torres from Chiorino and Tom
Archer from Vaughn Belting, the class discussions were lively,
relevant, and very useful to the group.
This years class represented a wide range of participants
from coast-to-coast and Canada, including 17 distributors,
eight manufacturers, and one affiliate member. Experience
levels ranged from 0 to 36 years, and job titles included
install/shop technicians, inside sales, outside sales, and product managers. This diversity added to the class discussions
and brought many valuable insights to the entire group.

for the no charge samples and tools that made the hands on
portion possible.
The feedback NIBA received was extremely positive, with
all attendees saying they would recommend the seminar to
others and found the time spent well worth it. Along with the
positive feedback, we received some great constructive ideas
for future seminars. The Technical/Education Committee is
always looking for suggestions on improving the lightweight
seminars and welcome any input from our membership. We
would like to thank the members that sent employees to the
seminar for investing in their employees, and their future.
The committee is already working hard on delivering another
outstanding lightweight training class, as well as building
on the success and feedback of this years seminar. We look
forward to providing another valuable NIBA resource to our
members next year, and again thank the membership for their
support.

The lightweight seminar team would like to thank all those

who made the Key Principles & Best Practices of Lightweight Belting technical seminar an overwhelming success.
We appreciate the continued support of the NIBA Board of
Directors, the Chairman of the Technical/Education Committee Jonathan Morgan from Forbo, and the entire committee. We give a great thanks to The Almex Group and Mike
Cremeens for the use of an excellent classroom and all the
support that went along with it; as well as to Sandy CarlsonKaye, in the NIBA office, for taking care of all the coordination and ensuring the seminar ran as smoothly as it did. Wed
also like to thank Flexco, Great Lakes Belting, and Chiorino

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NIBA Training Materials

NIBA offers a wide variety of educational products to help members train
employees and customers on specific belting issues.
These materials are now available to members for FREE at niba.org/training/publications/

Interactive Online Training

3T: Track, Train,
Troubleshoot for
Heavyweight Belting
2011; Interactive online
course

This seminar is designed to

educate and add real world
value to those who are in
the business of providing
solutions to operational
problems on conveyors
utilizing lightweight belts.

PowerPoint Presentations
Lightweight Training
2006; MS PowerPoint;
available in English and
Spanish Languages

Power Point Presentations

designed for market specific
industries: Bread & Bun
Industry, Citrus Processing,
Confectionery Industry,
Cookie & Cracker Industry,
Metal Stamping, Lightweight
Belt Joining, Mechanical
Fasteners, Particle Board
Industry, Tire Manufacturing
Plants, Tobacco Industry, Unit Package Handling, Distribution
& Warehousing and Vulcanized Splices.

Lightweight Basics

2012; Interactive online

course
By the end of this class,
attendees will have a
working knowledge of
the basics of lightweight
belts. They will learn about
fabrics, weaves, types of
lightweight belts, profiles
of lightweight belts, various
additives, standards, and
accessories such as glides,
sidewalls and cleats as well
as common failures.

Heavyweight Training
2006; MS PowerPoint;
available in English and
Spanish Languages

Power Point Presentations

designed for market specific
industries: Coal Fired Power
Plants, Crushed Stone &
Aggregate Industry, Grain
Handling, Particle Board
Industry, Tire Manufacturing
Plants, Underground
Coal, Vulcanized Splices,
Mechanical Fasteners and
Conveyor Belt Installation &
Maintenance.

PDF
Heavyweight Engineering Manual
2015; PDF

Determine carcass construction; carcass election; mechanical belt fasteners, problems,

causes, solutionsanswers to the most common conveyor belt problems; tolerances;
Glossary of Terms; Chemical Resistance Chart; and Tech Notes (updates with new
technical information).

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