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Bruce Meyer

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Bruce joined Rubber &Plastics News in 1988 as an assistant editor. He later served as labor editor and senior editor before being named managing editor in 1995. He held that position until being named executive editor in 2013. In his current role he manages the daily operations of the publication, overseeing the print issue, website and email newsletters. In addition, Bruce continues to do some reporting, including covering the hose products beat. Prior to joining Rubber & Plastics News, he worked for three years at a daily newspaper in central Ohio. He earned his bachelor's degree in 1984 from Kent State University. Contact Bruce at [email protected]

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Oil, gas market suppliers traversing sharp peaks, valleys

The rise and fall of the oil and gas sector is, as one long-time player calls it, the "history of boom and bust." But today's extreme cycle is "a sight to behold." Industry stakeholders weigh in on the impacts and future of today's market.

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Meyer: West's growth a story of tragedy and rebirth

After the tragic 2003 explosion of West Pharmaceutical Services' former factory the Kinston, N.C., company now sustains a track record of growth.

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Long-term courtship between AirBoss, Ace pays off

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Meyer: Foster not your average worker bee

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DestinHaus has followed through on its plans to grow Elite Advanced Polymers since buying the firm a year ago. And it plans to keep carrying the custom mixer forward.

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Elite Advanced Polymers didn't have to look far for its new CEO with Seiichiro Araki, previous managing director at DestinHaus, taking the reins of the company's operations.

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USTMA: Sustainability a unifying factor for 2022 priorities

The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association has a busy agenda for the upcoming year in the context of sustainability. Here's a look at the association's prime initiatives for 2022, along with how politics impacts how the USTMA does its job.

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When employees feel empowered, they become more engaged and have more purpose in their careers. At least that's the key for HB Chemical Corp., one of the 2021 Rubber News Best Places to Work.

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