Education Overview
ISD’s educational programs are designed to support professional development, strengthen technical knowledge, and enhance business skills for individuals and teams in the sealing distribution industry. Members have access to multiple formats, including live experiences, virtual learning, and self-paced training resources — all focused on helping you grow your expertise and stay competitive.
Annual Industry Summit
In‑person conference featuring sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.
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TechEd Portal
A series of monthly technical webinars covering key sealing topics — from gasket performance to materials, sealing design, and common field challenges. ISD members can access a library of technical webinars on foundational and advanced topics. These sessions are designed to expand hands-on technical understanding related to fluid sealing products and applications.
ISD members receive access to Tech-Ed training for only $100 per webinar, a significant savings compared to standard industry webinar rates.
Member Value:
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Affordable ongoing learning
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Flexible online format
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Topics aligned with the real technical challenges of sealing distribution
Member Discount:
ISD members receive access to Tech-Ed training for only $100 per webinar, a significant savings compared to standard industry webinar rates.
This isn’t just a tradeshow — it’s an immersive educational experience with:
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Expert-led presentations on technical and strategic topics (e.g., economic outlook, applications of emerging technologies).
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Networking opportunities that connect distributors with fabricators, converters, and supply chain professionals.
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Insight into emerging technologies, market trends, and practical solutions shaping the future of sealing and fabrication.
As an ISD member, you can register for the G/C Expo at the discounted member rate:
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Member registration: ~$770/person vs. ~$990+ for non-members.
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Exhibitor table fees: ~$290 for member organizations vs. ~$1,325 for non-members.
University of Innovative Distribution (UID)
UID offers broad professional development and distribution-specific educational programs, including management and leadership courses tailored to the distribution channel. In addition to technical skill, modern distributors need business acumen — sales strategy, financial literacy, operational leadership, and workforce development — to compete and grow.
What participants gain:
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Core distribution leadership and business skills
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Strategic frameworks for organizational improvement
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Peer networking with leaders across the distribution industry
Member Discount:
ISD members can register for UID programs at preferred member pricing, providing access to world-class distributor education at reduced cost.
Industry Educational Events & Training
A comprehensive technical training resource focused on rubber product manufacturing and design fundamentals — from basic processes to advanced seal design. Courses include virtual modules, webinars, and in-person multi-day training seminars taught by seasoned industry experts.
Rubber sealing products are core to fluid sealing distribution. ARPM courses provide deep technical understanding of rubber materials, manufacturing processes, quality considerations, compound design, and product functionality — giving attendees an edge in specification, troubleshooting, and advising customers.
What participants gain:
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Strong fundamentals in rubber technology
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Insight into manufacturing impacts on product performance
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Confidence and credibility in technical sales and service
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Leadership and advanced principles for technical teams
Member Discount:
Through ISD’s partnership, ISD members receive the ARPM member rate for webinars, live seminars, and conference registrations — often a substantial discount off standard prices.
