And for an industry built around extending the useful life of commercial truck and bus tires, Bridgestone's new training center could make a substantial difference in the efficiency, quality and productivity of retreading operations across North America.
Andrew Schunk is a Reporter at Crain Communications and Rubber & Plastics News. He focuses on manufacturing, materials, and chemicals, with a keen interest in corporate finance, advanced materials, and economic policy as they relate to the polymer and thermoplastic industries. Andrew's work has been featured in Plastics News, Tire Business, Rubber News, and Crain's Cleveland Business.