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ts official! A record number of companies will bedisplaying at the 2014 NIBA Convention Expo.

Eighty-two Manufacturer and Affiliate members will bedisplaying at this years Expo. Tere is no better opportunitythan the Expo to see new products, meet with existingsuppliers, establish new relationships or find that one productyou have been searching for.

Te Expo will be held on Saturday, Sept 27th, from 9am to2pm. Breakfast starts at 8am so get there early and make plansto spend the entire time at the Expo. Lunch will be available soyou wont have to leave the Expo. Tis is the only venue thatyou have the opportunity to meet and visit a large number of

your suppliers in one location.

Every NIBA member wants their company to be Rising oTe op. Attending and taking full advantage of what theExpo has to offer is one of the ways to help get there.

See you at the Expo,

Vernon Smith

2014 Convention Expo ChairUniversal Belting Resource

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SCHEDULE OF

EVENTSSPOUSE/COMPANION ATTENDEES ARE INVITED TO

ENJOY ALL MEALS ON THE SCHEDULEEXCEPT FOR THE COMMITTEE RECOGNITION LUNCH

ON WEDNESDAY.

Wednesday, September 24, 20149:00 am 11:30 am Committee Chairs &

Executive Committee Meetings

10:00 am 6:00 pm Registration

12:00 pm 5:00 pm Committee Recognition Lunch & Meetings

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm Dine Around

Thursday, September 25, 20147:00 am 7:00 pm Registration

8:15 am departure Golf Tournament (9:00 am start time)

9:30 am start time Tennis with a TWIST!5:00 pm 6:00 pm New Member/First Timer

Reception/Orientation

6:00 pm 10:00 pm NIBA Place Market:Welcome Reception & Dinner

Friday, September 26, 20147:00 am 2:00 pm Registration

8:00 am 10:00 am Breakfast, Opening Ceremonies &NIBA Business

10:00 am 11:00 am Keynote Speaker:The Honorable Newt Gingrich

11:00 am 12:00 pm Lunch

12:00 pm 6:00 pm Pike Place Market Transportation (continuous)

12:00 pm 7:00 pm Expo Set-Up

1:00 pm 3:00 pm Optional Business Session:Rick Lochner

1:30 pm 3:30 pm Optional Tour:Seattles Underground

Evening Manufacturers Hospitality Night

Saturday, September 27, 20146:00 am 10:00 am Registration

6:00 am 8:00 am Expo Set-Up

7:15 am approximate 7th Annual Fun Run/Walk

8:00 am 9:00 am Breakfast

9:00 am 2:00 pm Expo

9:00 am 4:00 pm Pike Place Market Transportation (continuous)

11:30 am 1:00 pm Lunch

2:00 pm 4:00 pm Expo Tear-Down

6:00 pm 10:00 pm Seattle Soire Farewell: Reception & Dinner

Transportation to/from Seattle Center provided

All information subject to change without notice.

All listed activities are for all delegate attendees unless otherwise indicated.

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Important Convention Information

NEW FORMAT THIS YEAR!Te Convention officially opensTursday with golf and tennis followedby the Welcome Reception that evening.

You can join fellow NIBA members onWednesday night for the optional NIBADine Around.

HotelTe Sheraton Seattle Hotel is located at1400 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101. Pleasemake reservations online or call 800-204-6100 or 206-621-9000. Hotel roomrate does not include internet which willbe an additional $10.95+15.6% tax perday. Complimentary wireless access is

available in the lobby.

AirportSeattle-acoma International Airport(SEA) - also known as Sea-ac - is locatedapproximately fifteen miles/twentyminutes from the hotel. Tere is nocomplimentary shuttle service betweenthe hotel and airport. Excluding gratuity,estimated taxi fare to or from the airport(one-way) is $45.

ParkingHotel room rate does not include the$46/night (including taxes and fees)valet parking rate. Self parking is $30/night (including taxes and fees) acrossthe street at the 7th and Pike Garage.Please remember to take this intoconsideration when you make yourground transportation arrangements.

TransportationWe encourage everyone to use the carrental discounts through NIBAs memberbenefit program:

Working Advantage. Simply log on toworkingadvantage.com, click Register atthe top of the page, click employees clickhere and enter NIBAs ID #383931802.Onsite valet service is available for $46/day (including taxes and fees). Tere aremany other ground options in Seattle.Visitportseattle.org/Sea-ac/and clickon the Parking & ransportation tab formore details.

Name Badge

You will receive a name badge withyour meeting materials. Please wearyour badge to all planned activities asa courtesy to fellow members. A namebadge is required to attend all NIBAevents.

NIBA Registration DeskTe NIBA registration desk will belocated in the north lobby of the hotelon Wednesday and Tursday, and the3rd floor of the hotel on Friday andSaturday. It will be staffed daily for yourconvenience.

Recommended AttireComfortable and casual best describe theappropriate attire for the Convention.Please note that the closing receptionwill be partially in open air. A sweater orlight jacket and comfortable shoes aresuggested.

Delegate Business/SalesMeetingsIt is the policy of NIBA Te BeltingAssociations Board of Directors thatno delegates conduct (or participate in)any business or sales meetings duringthe regularly scheduled events of theConvention.

NIBA Registration/RefundPolicyTe deadline to receive the Early-Birddiscount was August 15th. Because of

the time required for printing badges andarrival packets, NIBA cannot guaranteepre-printed badges or inclusion in thefinal registration list for those whoregister after August 15th. Full refundsless a $50 administrative fee per personwill be allowed for any member orspouse/companion registration canceledin writing prior to August 15th. Norefund will be given for event changes orcancellations received after August 15th.

New Members, First Timers, &Prospective MembersAll members are asked to extend awarm welcome to new members andfirst time attendees who are identifiedby a ribbon on their name badges. Aspecial reception will be held for all newmembers and first time attendees andtheir spouse/companion on Tursday,September 25th from 5:00 pm to 6:00pm. Here those attendees will learn more

about NIBA during a brief, informalpresentation by the NIBA President.Separate invitation will be sent at a laterdate.

Prospective Member GuestsAuthority to invite non-member guestsis granted by the Board of Directors andthe Membership Committee. If youknow qualified prospective memberswho may wish to attend the conventionto learn more about the benefits of

NIBA, contact the NIBA office, or theChair of the Membership Committee,Doug urk, Midwest Rubber Services& Supply, Co, 763-559-6154. Tisprivilege is extended on a one-time basisonly.

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Things to Do in SeattleFromvisitseattle.org

Pike Place Market: Open year-round, this is Seattles mosticonic attraction and its filled with tasty treats. heresso much to love about Pike Place Market. Aisles of gleamingfruits and vegetables, tables overflowing with fresh floralbouquets, and booth after booth selling all manner of locallymade jewelry, clothing and gifts. Its also a great place to enjoymany fantastic eateries serving prepared dishes. When yourenot sure what kind of food youre in the mood to eat, justhead to Pike Place Market and sample a little of everything.heres also the whole fish-throwing thing, too.

Seattle Center: Four museums, eleven theaters, five gardens,six fountains, more than a dozen restaurants, a skate park andan events arena. In short, this is Seattles entertainment hub,with plenty of fun for arts and culture lovers of all stripes. Nowonder more than ten million people visit Seattle Center eachyear. Big-name attractions on site include EMP Museum,

Pacific Science Center, Chihuly Garden and Glass and, ofcourse, the skyline-defining Space Needle.

Seattle Art Museum: Located in downtown Seattle on thecorner of First and Union, SAM presents items from itscollection as well as traveling exhibits. If youre exploringthe permanent collection, youll want to see the Native &Meso-American collection with works by the areas originalinhabitants. Other highlights include contemporary works byJackson Pollock and Andy Warhol; European masterpieces ofportraiture and sculpture; and Asian pieces dating back to thesecond century. he Seattle Asian Art Museum, in Volunteer

Park, features noteworthy collections of Chinese, Korean, and

Southeast Asian art, and its Japanese art collection is amongthe most distinguished outside of Japan.

Woodinville Wine Country: Not everyone knows it, butwine country is just a stones throw from Seattle. Just 30

minutes outside the city, the Woodinville area is home todozens of local wineries, cellars and tasting rooms. Youll alsodiscover one of the finest restaurants in the Northwest: heHerbfarm. If youre looking for a longer getaway, head to theYakima Valley wine region (two to three hours away), whereyou can tour the actual vineyards where Washingtons bestgrapes are grown.

Museum of Flight:As the longtime home of major airlinemanufacturing companies, Seattle is no stranger to themiracle of flight. Little wonder then that one of the finestaviation museums in the nation is located here. More than150 historic artifacts are on display, including the legendary

SR-71 Blackbird (capable of speeds up to Mach 3 andaltitudes above 85,000 feet), an original Concorde jetliner andthe actual 707 jet used as Air Force One during the 50s, 60sand early 70s. Many of the exhibits are hands-on and perfectfor kids, including flight simulators, a control tower and theKids Flight Zone, where they can strap on flight gear and testtheir piloting skills.

Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour:A uniqueinterpretive center dedicated to exploring the very limitsof technology as they apply to the world of commercialaviation, this one-of-a-kind attraction is part of the Boeing

manufacturing plant. he museum provides an active learningenvironment where visitors can test ideas, experience themagic of flight through simulator rides, learn about next-generation technology soon to be found on passenger planesand even touch the highly advanced composite skin of thenew Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

Olympic Sculpture Park: One of the best free attractions inSeattle, the park is open year-round and features sculpturesfrom artists such as Richard Serra, Alexander Calder, Markdi Suvero and Louise Bourgeois. Its located in a formerindustrial site, and the grounds make use of many native

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plants as well as eco-friendly features such as rainwatercapture and a salmon habitat. A z-shaped path cuts throughvast expanses and grassy meadows, connecting with beachsidetrails and bicycle paths.

Seattle Waterfront:A unique area located on AlaskanWay in downtown Seattle, the Waterfront is an active areapretty much year-round. With dozens of paths, piers and

public spaces, its always a great place to relax and enjoy alittle people watching as you absorb the local scene. heWaterfronts newest attraction, he Great Wheel, offers aview of the city and surrounding area from a whole newvantage point, sitting 175 feet above Pier 57 and extendingnearly 40 feet over Elliott Bay. he Seattle Aquarium is atPier 59, and Piers 55 and 56 offer embarkation points forcruises to illicum Village on Blake Island, where visitors canexperience Native American culture.

he popular Water axi to West Seattle leaves from Pier 50,Washington State Ferries from Pier 52, and Metros route

99 connects Elliott Bays waterfront attractions such as theOlympic Sculpture Park, Seattle Aquarium and ferry serviceswith the International District, Pioneer Square and FirstAvenue destinations including the Seattle Art Museum andPike Place Market.

If youre in the area and looking for shopping and dining,youre in luck as well. Check out the antique stores or SimplySeattle for gifts and souvenirs and grab a table at one of thewell-known seafood joints for a Seattle-style dinner.

Woodland Park Zoo: heres only one place in Seattle whereyoull get a chance to set eyes on a chuckwalla, a wallarooand a kookaburra. Or maybe youre looking for a sloth bear,a green acouchi or a prehensile-tailed porcupine. No matterwhat kind of creature youre crazy to see, the Woodland ParkZoo is the place to go when you want a glimpse of exoticwildlife. It also features award-winning exhibits such as theNorthern rails, which focuses on animals of the Northwest,Western Canada and Alaska, and the rail of Vines, a stellarprimate showcase.

Things to Do at theSeattle SheratonFromsheratonseattle.comand visitseattle.org

Social Hour at Sheraton Seattle:Join us for Sheraton SocialHour to compare wines rated 90+ by Wine Spectator andother premium pours from their Sheraton Selects menu,

available by the glass and bottle. Monday - Friday, 5:00pm - 6:00pm in the Lobby

Explore new wines, or try an old favorite. Compare two2-ounce pours for $5 at Sheraton Social Hour. Whatever yourtaste, youre sure to have a great glass. Or two.

Sheraton Fitness by Core Performance:With 35th floorviews from Pike Street ower, our state-of-the-art FitnessCenter offers LifeFitness Signature equipment enhancedby sweeping views of Seattle. Get energized in our bi-levelfitness club with high-tech treadmills, elliptical cross-trainers,exercise bikes, and resistance equipment for total body fitness.Work out to music and entertainment off the iPod music/video lists on the 15 touch screen. Swim in the 40 lap poolwith natural sunlight and spectacular views of the PugetSound and Olympic and Cascade mountains.

Downtown Seattle Park - Garden Walk:he SheratonSeattle, the Northwests largest hotel, has unveiled heGarden Walk, a pedestrian walkway and urban park on 7thAvenue in downtown Seattle that incorporates green spaceinto existing elements. Designed to enhance the experience ofthose traveling to and from the Washington State ConventionCenter, he Garden Walk is also intended to be a peaceful

gathering place in the middle of the hectic city.

he hotels former blank wall has been enlivened withclimbing vines and several large-scale mirrors, allowing fora dynamic and ever-changing space. he mirrors reflect thehistoric faade of the Eagles emple Building along with theWashington State Convention Center, dazzling all those whopass by.

Artist - Garden Walk:In addition, there is a stunningsculpture at the corner of 7th Avenue and Union Street. hesculpture, entitled Urban Garden, was created by GinnyRuffner. he 27-foot kinetic water feature has created a

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Fromsheratonseattle.com

Eat, meet, connect, and relax at the Sheratons casual Seattlerestaurants and dining spots. Enjoy the ambiance of the1930s with classic American cuisine and homemade desserts

at Daily Grill Restaurant. Kick back with a martini or microbrewin our vibrant Lobby Lounge. Catch a quick bite or latte on the gofrom In Short Order caf, or order up room service and dine abovethe streets of Seattle.

Fountain Wine Bar and LoungeIndulge in the delicious side of Seattle. Sample award-winningregional wines, renowned local microbrews, or your favorite cocktailin our central gathering place, the Fountain Wine Bar and Lounge.Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, just steps off bustlingPike Street, the lounges floor-to-ceiling windows provide theperfect backdrop for pre-theater toasting or post-work unwinding.Classically tailored seating is arranged to promote conversation andis centered around the lounges namesake: Te Northwest Fountainby master artist George sutakawa.

Each weeknight, the lounge plays host to our newest signatureevent, Sheraton Social Hour, where you can compare winesrated 90+ by Wine Spectator and other premium pours from ourSheraton Selects menu. Stop in today and savor the Northwestsbest from the heart of the Emerald City.

Seattle Daily Grill RestaurantConnect at Daily Grill Restaurant in downtown Seattle. Inspiredby the great American grills of the 1930s, Daily Grill serves simple,classic American fare with a modern twist by Chef Justin Sledge.Enjoy American comfort foods and delicious entres in a casualand lively atmosphere. Menu favorites include certified Angus beefsteaks and chops, fresh seafood, and Cobb and Caesar salads. Diginto delectable desserts and sip the best martinis in Seattle.

With intimate booths and a fashionable bar, Seattle Daily Grill hasan inviting dcor modeled after the grills of the early 20th-century.Stop in for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and enjoy a downtownSeattle restaurant that serves American Northwest cuisine with afriendly smile. Have a glass at the wine bar offering an extensive listof fine wines.

With 7,000 square feet of dining space in downtown Seattle, the

Daily Grill Restaurant is the perfect place for a breakfast meeting,business lunch, group dining, or late night bite. Tis relaxed Seattlerestaurant also offers private dining space for up to 40 people. DailyGrill is happy to deliver delicious cuisine to your room, or enjoyfast, affordable carryout. Daily Grill also offers creative cateringmenus that enhance any event or festivities in Seattle.

Seattle Daily Grill BarIndulge in the tastiest martini in town or a glass of wine whilepeople watching on Pike Street. With its festive, yet sophisticatedvibe, the Daily Grill Bar features four HD plasma televisions anda cozy fireplace for cocktails and conversation. Swing by for ourfamous Happy Hour and enjoy drink and food specials Sundaythrough Friday from 3-6pm.

Loulay Kitchen & BarLoulay Kitchen & Bar is an urban contemporary French restaurantowned by Tierry Rautureau, Te Chef in the HatM, and his wifeKathy. Named for Rautureaus hometown of Saint Hilaire de Loulayin France, Loulay Kitchen & Bar marries the French influence of hisupbringing with modern sensibility to provide an accessible diningexperience for body and soul. Te restaurant offers a lunch menu

with soups, salads, sandwiches and entrees; a dinner menu includingsmall, medium and large plates and a four-course menu; and an all-day bistro menu offering lighter fare. Te wine list offers 50 wines

and a reserve list of more than 250 selections.

With 110 seats, Loulay Kitchen & Bar offers four distinctive diningexperiences. Te six-seat chef s counter provides a spot in theheart of the action, while the bar offers 24 seats and an intimateLovers Nook. Te main dining room and balcony seat 60 whilethe mezzanine provides a more intimate dining experience and isavailable for private parties of up to 30 guests.

In Short OrderWhether youre jetting out for a flight, business meeting or wantto fuel up your morning, start your day with coffee or latte fromIn Short Order, our caf and coffee bar off the fireside lobby. A

cozy spot for refueling on the run, In Short Order serves light fare,sandwiches, salads, and snacks for your active Seattle lifestyle.

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NIBA Receptions

Join us Tursday and Saturday for the NIBA Welcomeand Closing Receptions. Manufacturers Hospitalitynight will be held on Friday this year. We will certainlybe Rising to the op as we celebrate all this vibrant cityhas to offer.

NIBA Place Market: Welcome Reception & DinnerTursday, September 25, 20146:00 pm 10:00 pmMetropolitan Ballroom

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Seattle Soire: Farewell Reception & DinnerSaturday, September 27, 20146:00 pm 10:00 pmSeattle City CenterDepart this years Convention instyle!

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renowned glass artist DaleChihuly as you say farewell toyour NIBA friends this year. Te closing event will be heldin the lush garden of the Seattle Center, just a 5-minutebus ride from the hotel.

NIBA members are invited to tour the Chihuly exhibit,view the city from the Space Needle, enjoy the classicalatmosphere, music and more throughout the evening.Continuous transportation will be provided between thehotel and City Center from 6-10 pm.

Manufacturers Hospitality NightFriday, September 26, 2014Evening HoursVarious Locations

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ALONG THE BELT LINE


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New This Year! Distributor Catalog

E

ach year the NIBA Convention brings togetherDistributors, Manufacturers and Affiliates in thebelting industry. For many years, the Convention

Expo has provided a forum for Manufacturer and Affiliatemembers to display their products. For the first time thisyear, NIBA is offering a unique opportunity to see theproducts and services offered by our valued DistributorMembers.

Each Convention participant will receive a copy of theDistributor Catalog at registration along with their othermaterials. Tis full color printed brochure containsthe latest information and promotional materials fromparticipating NIBA Distributors. Te catalog will also be

available on the NIBA website following the Convention.

NIBAAnnualConventionSeptember25-27, 2014

SheratonSeattleHotel WashingtonMakereservations online www.niba.org orcall 800-204-6100or 206-621-9000

Rooms: $199++/night Cut-off Date: August 15th

NIBAAnnualConventionSeptember25-27,2014

SheratonSeattleHotel WashingtonMake reservations online www.niba.orgor call 800-204-6100 or 206-621-9000

Rooms: $199++/night Cut-offDate:August 15th


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Phone: 800Phone: 800--872872--49334933www.hydeblades.comwww.hydeblades.com

Hyde Industrial Blade SolutionsHyde Industrial Blade SolutionsSolutions You Can Count On!Solutions You Can Count On!TMTM

Designed for Belt Fabrication WorkDesigned for Belt Fabrication WorkSlitters, Hand Knives, Mill BladesSlitters, Hand Knives, Mill BladesHigh Quality Steel for Longer LifeHigh Quality Steel for Longer Life

ReRe--sharpenablesharpenableSatisfaction GuaranteedSatisfaction Guaranteed

Why go anywhere else?

Timing Fabric

Plastic Chain PowerTrans.

Habasit has been the worldwide leader in lightweight

belting and accessories for over 60 years. We offer the

largest selection of products under one roof including:

Timing, Fabric, Plastic, Chain, and Power Transmission.

Contact a representative today to discover whatsolutions we can provide for you.


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INO Belt

About INO BeltINO Belt has been established in the industrial belting business since

1993. With an innovative mindset, INO has researched and developedmany new products that have helped solve the problems of our clients.Currently with three manufacturing sites in China and Germany, INO aimsto provide cost efficient solutions to our partners.

Contact us for any partnership opportunities.

Contact UsIno Industrial Belting Co. Ltd580 Xiang Yin Rd Shanghai,China 200433T +86 (21) 6530 / 5265F +86 (21) 6534 / 6100@-Mail: [email protected]

Product Types Lightweight belts

Homogenous Food Belts PU timing belts Heat Resistant Felt Belts Coil Wrapper Belts

The Soft Answer to a Hard Problem

WWW.IMTECHRUBBER.COM 800.738.0308

Lagging Systems

Rubber Adhesives & Repairs

Rubber Molded Liners

Wear & Abrasion Lining

Containment Solutions


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ownload the app Guidebook and searchNIBA to download your very own copy of

the 2014 Annual Convention Guidebook. TeGuidebook includes information about the Convention,schedule of events, exhibitor information, and maps ofthe venues. It also allows you to make a custom scheduleand to-do list in order to personalize and enhance yourexperience at the Convention.

How to Download1. Scan the QR code below, or visit guidebook.com/getit

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2. Once the app is downloaded to your device, click ondownload guides and search for 2014 NIBA AnnualConvention to add the 2014 NIBA Guidebook toyour app.

Youre all set!When youre ready, customize your very ownschedule and to-do list for the Annual Convention.

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POWERINGGLOB

ALINDUSTRY

LIGHTWEIGHT

CONVEYOR BELTING

jasonindustrial.com

lAvailable in PVC,

Polyurethane and Fabricwith widths up to 3 meters.

lJason Industrials Carol

Stream, IL distribution center

houses a new 3 meter slitterfor full or half rolls, as well as

custom size belt needs.

lWhisper weave fabrics,

anti-static & flame retardant.

lFDA-approved and

ISO-9000 Certified.

1-800-527-1247


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CONVEYING PERFORMANCE

Luff Industries Ltd.

tf: 1.888.349.5833 w:www.luffindustries.com e:[email protected]

DURABLE AND

DEPENDABLE CONVEYOR

COMPONENTS

IDLERS | PULLEYS | IMPACT BEDS |ACCESSORIES


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Trellex conveyor belts from Metso Trellex range of high-performance, cost-efficient

belts for virtually any application

complete line of accessories and cover combinations

proven technology and in-house quality control

Metso Minerals Industries, Inc.

(800) 325-4975

www.metso.com

Wevegot whatit takes

800.527.0657 MAXILIFT.COM

MAXIMUM DUTY BELT CORE

EASY-CORETHEMAXI-LIFT

MaximumDurability,Strength

& Lifespan

*Patent Pending

*NEW!

Up To 3X Stronger Than Wood Cores

[email protected] www.mihlfeld.com


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7605 Nitta DriveSuwanee, GA [email protected]

NITTA CORPORATION OF AMERICA offers a

complete line of belting: we manufacture

Made in the USA PolyBeltTMnylon core

andCarryflexTM

aramid cord belts, and

we supplyPolySprintTM

finger-splice belts,

SEBTM

seamless belts, conveyor belting and

more from Nittas global manufacturing

network. NCA serves all of the Americas,with Nitta Group providing support worldwide.

Truly American-Made

Belting with Global

Support

See Us at the NIBA Convention Expo

Leading-Edge Industrial Belting and Fluid & Air Conveyance Products

800-292-6081

OPTIBELT-USA.COM

QUALITY,

PERFORMANCE

& SERVICE

>Linear Belts

>Flex Endless Belts

>Specialty Backings

Round


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Get Back Up

and Rolling

Faster.PANG Industrials rubberand adhesive products offer

lasting conveyor belt repairand machine protection.

Chemicals and Cements

Repair Products

Rubber Lining

Pulley Lagging

Tools

PANGIndustrial.com

800-705-2206

Booth #606

Save the life of your belt with PPIs

TROUGHER IMPACT SYSTEM

Contact your representative for moreinformation or visit www.ppipella.com

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Polyurethane Belts

Our Expertise, Your Success.

EXPERTISE IN POLYURETHANE BELTS

+33.478.918.101 - [email protected] - www.reveyron.com

Booth #513visit us

Please

RICHWOOD

www.richwood.com Proven Solutions. Expert Advice.

For over twenty years, Richwood has been providing the most

durable pulley lagging products in the industry.

Our premium rubber compounds and innovative designs are the

answer to your most dificult lagging applications.

Call us today at 1.800.237.6951 and let us serve you

for all your pulley lagging needs.

Richwood Pulley Lagging Products, The Driving Force Behind Your Conveyor

Industrie

REMA TIP TOP/North America Inc

CONVEYOR MAINTENANCEService around your entire conveyor system

Pulley Lagging

Hot Vulcanized BeltSplicing and Repairs

Cold Bond Belt Splicingand Repairs

Cold Bond RepairMaterials and Kits

Skirtboard and ScraperRubber

Idler Sleeves

Belt Scrapers and Brushes

Slider Bed Bars

Rubber Working Tools

Vulcanizing PressesConveyor Belt Installation

Conveyor MaintenanceService

REMA TIP TOP/North America Inc Industrial Division

1500 Industrial Blvd. Madison, GA 30650

Phone: 800.334.7362 / 706.752.4000 Fax: 706.752.4015

www.rematiptop.com


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Coal Creek Mountain Course The Golf Club at Newcastle8:15 am departure, 9:00 am Shotgun Start

$185/participantIncludes green fees, cart, range balls, breakfast voucher, box lunch, taxes & prizes. Rental clubs are anadditional $55.

his year, the NIBA golf outing will kick off the Convention on hursday, September 25th. Fly inon Wednesday to enjoy the first ever NIBA Dine Around in the evening then be ready for a morningstart at he Golf Club of Newcastle. he property features breathtaking panoramic views of LakeWashington, Mount Rainier, and the Seattle skyline. his years Golf Outing is open to both experiencedand novice golfers alike, and presents an ideal opportunity to network outside of more formal events atthe Convention. What better place to enjoy spending time with your NIBA colleagues than on Seattlespremier golf course?

Spotlight your company with the following GolfSponsorships. Remember, these sponsorships are opento all NIBA members - even if you are not attending theConvention.

Flag Sponsor - $325 Company name/logo printed on the flag at the

sponsored hole Recognition in the PowerPoint presentation Friday

morning Listed in the Belt Line newsletter

Tee Sponsor - $300 Company name/logo displayed on signage at the

sponsored tee Recognition in the PowerPoint presentation at the

Convention Friday morning Listed in the Belt Line newsletter

Goodie Bag Donations Companies may donate promotional items to be included in the golfer bags; towels, balls, divot repair

tools, tees and ball markers make good items Estimating 100 golfers

Sincerely,

Jeff Leach2014 Golf ChairPassaic Rubber Company973-696-9500 [email protected]

Sponsor the 2014 NIBA Golf Outing

Interested in golfing? Just contactthe NIBA office at (414) 389-8606

or [email protected] to add golf to

your registration.


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The Golf Club at Newcastle

hursday, September 25, 2014

Sign up online or fill out the below formniba.org/events1/convention/recreation/golf-sponsorship/

________________________________________________________________________________Company Name

________________________________________________________________________________Company Address

________________________________________________________________________________Authorized by

________________________________________________________________________________E-mail address

Payment:

Sponsorship funds enclosed $ ______________

Please charge credit card below $ ____________

Credit Card # ________________________________________________ Exp. Date ____________

Cardholder Name__________________________________________________________________

Signature ________________________________________________________________________

Send form to:

NIBA-The Belting Association6737 W. Washington St. Suite 1300

Milwaukee, WI 53214

Phone: 414-389-8606 Fax: 414-276-7704 [email protected]

Golf Outing

Sponsorship Form

Please select the options below:

Flag Sponsor - $325

ee Sponsor - $300

Goodie Bag Donations

Please ship items to:Jeff Leach, Passaic Rubber Company

45 Demarest Dr, Wayne, NJ 07474
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EUROPE AMERICAS AFRICA ASIA AUSTRALIA

ph: +1 (888) 755-7450 | fax: +1 (888) 324-7428

[email protected] | www.sampla.com

All of your belting needs:Fabrication Manufacturing Distribution

CONVEYOR & POWER TRANSMISSION BELTING

Shingle Belting420 Drew CtKing of Prussia, PA, 19406-2681USA

800-345-6294 (toll free)610-239-6668 (fax)www.shinglebelting.com


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Strong.Precise.Reliable.Best.

Our belt-winding cores have been theindustry standard for over 50 years.

durable high crush strength and impact resistance

simple to implement lightweight and easily cut to length

sustainably producedusing only recycled sawdust

internationally shippedfrom ports near our facility

in stockand shipped the same day

Visit us at booth 613or atwww.souheganwood.com

Wilton, NH USA

New Press Lines for Conveyor Belts

Controlled pressure distribution

Controlled steel cord tension distribution

www.siempelkamp.com

SIT Indeva

Belting ManufacturerLightweight Belting3630 Green Park CirCharlotte, NC 28217 USA

Phone: 704-357-8811Fax: 704-357-8866

[email protected]

Samantha Lee-Belshaw, CommercialDirector704-357-8811 / [email protected]

Manufacturer polyurethane timing belts with

steel or aramid cords offered.


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We are excited to highlight our excitingcity venue with the first ever NIBA Dine

Around. We have a great selection ofdelicious restaurants lined up featuring a variety ofcuisines.

If you are signed up for the Dine Around you willreceive an email in the next week directing you toselect your restaurant. Each restaurant has limitedspace at each seating time, and reservations will betaken on a first-come, first-served basis. Menus arecurrently available on the NIBA website atniba.org/events1/convention/dine-around/.

Attention Dine Around Participants!


DuraSplice Zinc-Plated &Tapco-NS (non-sparking)

Bronze Belt Splice

Elastomeric UrethaneSheeting & Rolls

UHMW Polyethylene

Reference70 Style

Style Super EuroBucketUrethane, Polyethylene or Nylon

The color blue, when used in connection with elevator buckets, is a U.S. registered trademark owned by Tapco Inc. 2014 Tapco Inc. All rights reserved.

Tel: 800 288 2726 314 739 9191 Fax: 314 739 5880

When You Want it GOOD & You Need it FAST...Call Tapco: 800-AT-TAPCO (800-288-2726).

www.tapcoinc.com

Fanged

No. 1Norway

No. 3Eclipse

PointedFanged

Western3-Prong

Over 1 million elevator buckets in stock in 178 sizes and 12 styles.PLUS 15 million elevator bolts in stock.

Style CC-HD (HEAVY DUTY) & U-HDPolyethylene, Nylon or Urethane

Style CC-XD (XTREME DUTY)Nylon, Urethane or Polyethylene

ELEVATOR BUCKETS

Drag Conveyer Flights

Hanger BearingsNylon, UHMW or Wood

ELEVATOR BOLTS, LINERS &ACCESSORIES

Style CC-HD & U-HD Low ProfilePolyethylene, Nylon or Urethane
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GROW YOUR BUSINESS TO NEW HEIGHTS.

VeyanceTechnologies is proud to introduce

our NEW PVGE 600 & PVGE 750 grain elevator

conveyor belts. These high-tensile strength

belts are made with unique hybrid warp yarns

and Are designed to lift heavier grain loads or

typical loads to higher elevations. These new

belts expand our product lineup to offer higher

level solutions to help meet THE NEEDS OF

YOUR CUSTOMERS.

L I G H T W E I G H T C O N V E Y O R B E L T P V G E 6 0 0 & P V G E 7 5 0

The GOODYEAR (and Winged Foot Design) trademark is used by Veyance Technologies, Inc. under license from The

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Goodyear Engineered Products are manufactured and sourced exclusively by Veyance

Technologies, Inc. or its affiliates. 2014 Veyance Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Contact us at 1-888-LWT-BELT (1-888-598-2358).

THERMOPLASTIC PROCESS & CONVEYORBELTING MANUFACTURED IN THE USA.

We offer:

Belting made to distributor specification at no ad-ditional cost

Plied Thermoplastic Belting with a variety of differ-ent covers

Solid Woven PVC Belting, standard or with supe-rior Oil and Grease resistance

5-7 days Lead time

Please contact us with your requirements and we

will offer you an AMERICAN MADE product atcompetitive pricing.

Office Line: (616) 676-6011Direct Line: (616) 425-8309

[email protected]

U S Rubber Corporation

Belting ManufacturerPO Box 520211 North Loop, 336 E

Conroe, TX 77305 USAToll-free: [email protected]

Sherrie Chen, VP Sales & Mktg Manager936-756-1977 / [email protected] Kilcorse, President936-756-1977 / [email protected]


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REGISTER TODAY!NIBA TECHNICAL SEMINAR:Track, Train, Troubleshoot forHeavyweight Belting

October 28-29, 2014 |Charlotte, North Carolina

echnical seminars provide a first hand, real world knowledge ofconveyor belt and system design requirements and trouble shootingskills, turning an order taker into a problem solver! Attendees will learnthe how and why of conveyor performance, enabling them to recognizethe cause of various issues. he site visit to an operating quarry providesfirst hand observation, contrasting industry specifications and operatingparameters with real world observation. Great as an introduction tothe industry or refresher course to an industry veteran. Classroom

REGISTER TODAY!Go toniba.org

Plan now for your employees

WAGENER Schwelm GmbH&Co.Reisholzstrae 1540721 HildenTel. +49 (0) 21 03 - 951 - 220Fax +49 (0) 21 03 - 951 - [email protected]

PORTABLE, COMPACT AND STATIONARY

CRAFTSMANSHIP MADE IN GERMANY

EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR

FOR NORTH AMERICA

Volta Belting Technology Ltd

Belting ManufacturerLightweight BeltingPO Box 6346Karmiel, 21651 ISRAEL

www.voltabelting.com

Benny Longman, President+972 4 9951333 / [email protected] Avidan973-276-7905 / [email protected]

Manufacture flat thermoplastic belting, Vand round belting, tools & equipment for beltfabrication. Manufacture power transmissionbelts and deboning and desinewing belts. 3ADairy-FDA-USDA and industrial.
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