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Team TECH Supports Pelotonia Despite Cancellation
Research Institute. Team TECH’s rider and volunteer participation since 2017 has resulted in over $50,000 raised for this great cause. Prior to the event, TECH’s VP of Global Operations Mike Murray commented; “Our goals for this year’s event are to get more TECH people involved (including family and friends), raise money for cancer research, and keep everyone safe (on
the road and through social distancing. Team TECH and all those who participate embody and exemplify our values. Our involvement with Pelotonia allows us to honour those who battle cancer, support the innovative research to find a cure, and to demonstrate our dedication and commitment to the community.”
Pelotonia’s traditional bike ride has been cancelled this year due to the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 crisis. However, Team TECH is not letting that stop them from continuing their tradition of supporting this cause. As a result, Team TECH hosted its own Pelotonia event where the team had the option to ride or walk to support the cause. The event took place on August 22, 2020 and kicked off at the beautiful TECH Lake in Johnstown, OH. There
was be a 5k walk around the lake, a 25-mile, casual bike ride on the T Evans Bike Path and a 50 mile bike ride on the road for experienced riders.
Pelotonia is a grass-roots bike ride with one goal: END CANCER. Over the past 11 years, the Pelotonia community has raised over $200 million for cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove
TIA Shifts 100th
Anniversary Celebration
Vipal Machinery Grows in the American Market
to 2021
Following the cancellation of this year’s SEMA show, the Tire Industry Association has announced that it will now celebrate its 100th anniversary next year, in 2021. “While this was not the original intention, we are fortunate and excited to have the opportunity to schedule and conduct all of the planned 2020 events in 2021 without the uncertainty we all have faced this year,” said TIA CEO Roy Littlefield. “We aim to bring the tire industry together throughout the year and to celebrate the association’s amazing history.” Highlighting TIA’s 2021 activities will be a spectacular 100th Anniversary Gala Celebration at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas hotel and casino on Nov. 1, the day before the
Issues Summit is another 100th anniversary-inspired programme that was cancelled. Targeted at GTE/SEMA’s huge international audience, the summit now will take place next Nov. 3. It will focus on four issues affecting the tyre industry internationally: Tyre Registration and Recalls; Motor Vehicle Inspections; Useful Tyre Service Life; and Scrap Tyres and Crumb Rubber. Attendees will hear from speakers and panelists from around the globe who are well- versed in the topics.
In 2021, TIA will reschedule back- to-back events – a Federal Lobby Day and Environmental Summit – in honour of its 100th year. These programmes will include visits with elected representatives, presentations by government agency officials and
VR01 Smart Duo
Vipal Machinery, the unit within the Brazilian company responsible for developing its position in the tyre retreading equipment sector, is reporting exceptional success in the US market, with four major North American retreaders acquiring a total of five pieces of machinery this year from Vipal Machinery´s portfolio. Recently, Pete's Road Services plant in Corona, California, installed a VR01 Smart Duo buffer from Vipal. Kyle Fletcher, Pete's Owner, says he decided to buy the machine because he knows about its cost-benefit, in addition to knowing that he can count on the services and technical support that Vipal offers.
"We have already had a very good
experience with Vipal in the supply of pre-cured treads and now we are also betting on their equipment, which should give us significant quality gains,” Noe Lara, Pete’s operations manager added.
The same buffer was also ordered by another major retreader, Retread Solutions, in North Carolina, who also ordered a VOC 760 Cargo
cushion gum applicator. Two additional VOC 760 Cargos have also sold been to Jewell Tire Center, in Oxford, Maine, and to Purcell Tires and Service Center, at its Portland, Oregon facility.
events.
“The year has changed but the mission remains the same,” Littlefield said. “We look to honor and celebrate TIA’s rich and influential heritage with events that our members will find valuable, interesting and enjoyable and that will springboard the association forward as it begins its second 100 years. We encourage everyone in the industry to join us in 2021 for the celebration.”
Global Tire Expo (GTE)/SEMA Show opens. The evening will begin with a glamorous cocktail reception followed by a programme in the hotel’s iconic venue The Chelsea featuring a look back at TIA’s fascinating and influential history, remarks by a well-known inspirational speaker and a concert by a nationally known musician. During the 2021 GTE/SEMA week, TIA also will recognise Tire Industry Hall of Fame inductees and other award winners during the Tire Industry Honors luncheon and hold a TopGolf Government Affairs Benefit Fundraiser.
The association’s first International
industry experts, tours of government buildings and networking. Participants will have the option of attending one or both events.
“The year has changed but the mission remains the same,” Littlefield said. “We look to honor and celebrate TIA’s rich and influential heritage with events that our members will find valuable, interesting and enjoyable and that will springboard the association forward as it begins its second 100 years. We encourage everyone in the industry to join us in 2021 for the celebration.”
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