Teijin Aramid was featured in the August edition of Mining Magazine article highlighting the tremendous cost and energy saving advantages of aramid reinforced conveyor belts. Replacing steel cord with Twaron® para-aramid fiber greatly reduces the weight of a conveyor belt, not only in the reinforcement but also in the amount of compound required. Adding Sulfron® to the rubber compound reduces hysteresis and indentation rolling resistance. In combination, these innovative aramids greatly reduce mine operating costs. For further information, please contact the Teijin Aramid North American Business Development Manager, Torry Losch, at 770 490-9871 or torry.losch@teijinaramid.com.

Nuera Industrial, a leader in conveyor solutions in Quebec, is pleased to announce the acquisition of J.C. McLaren Belting Inc. JCM, a Montreal based company. JCM is a well-known provider of high quality “lightweight” belting solutions, products and services across many industries including food, pharmaceutical, printing, material handling, laundry and agriculture. For more information, contact Frederick Paquette at fpaquette@nuera-ind.com, or 450-625-1466.

This fall Richwood was proud to receive the West Virginia Governor’s award for exporting. The award is in recognition of West Virginia companies who enter new markets. This year marked Richwood’s entrance into its 14th foreign market. The award ceremony was held at the Capitol in Charleston, WV.

ERIKS NV, a Netherlands-based industrial service provider of a variety of industrial products, including fabricated hose, cut gaskets and sealing products is pleased to announce the acquisition of Lewis-Goetz, a leading Pittsburgh-based distributor. For more information visit www.lewis-goetz.com.

Beltservice Corporation is stocking the new Magnethane series of inspection belts that are made of an exclusive blend of FDA-approved metal-detectable thermoplastic resins. The magnetic signature of Magnethane belts makes them ideal for service with detection devices used on packaging and production lines.

BMG Conveyor Services of Florida has just completed the first phase of a large conveyor fabrication project with the help of Stephens Adamson components.

The University of Industrial Distribution is a concentrated educational program focused on the unique needs of the industrial wholesale distribution industry. Held March 5-8 in Indianapolis, you can choose from 30 different breakout session designed to to improve personal performance and/or your company’s bottom-line! NIBA Members receive a $500 discount on UID Registration. Register Online Today! Download the UID brochure.

NIBA has partnered with BizLibrary, the nation’s leading online training and e-learning provider for small and mid-sized organizations, to provide our member organizations affordable and flexible solutions that deliver real business results. NIBA members receive a 20/% discount and can access this tool directly through the NIBA website. Simply visit the BizLibrary page and click the "New User" tab to create your account.

Make your hotel reservations for next year early! 2012 Annual Convention & Expo Walt Disney World Swan Resort Wednesday, September 12th through Saturday, September 15th, 2012 $219 per night Call 800-227-1500 or 407-934-4000

Apache Hose and Belting Co., Inc. continued its expansion with the purchase of a Hillsboro, Oregon-based company. The Cedar Rapids-based manufacturer and distributor of fabricated belting products, conveyor belting, and industrial & retail hose products acquired Seals Unlimited, Inc. on September 1, 2011. Seals Unlimited, Inc. is a manufacturer of rubber extrusion, rubber moldings, gaskets, and hydraulic gate seals for both government and private industries.

Every three years, the NIBA President is charged with executing a Strategic Planning session to guide the committees and leadership of the association into the future in an effective and productive manner. Don Garner called together a group of twenty-eight knowledgeable individuals to assist in the process. They comprised a diverse group representing new and veteran NIBA members and friends to the belting industry. (See sidebar)