Web Sling & Tie Down Association

1. Web Sling & Tie Down Association Representing manufacturers and suppliers of synthetic web slings and tie downs, polyester roundslings, synthetic webbing, fibers, thread and related components.

2. WSTDA Mission WSTDA's mission is to foster and further, in every lawful manner, the common interests of its members and industry. The WSTDA will: • Promote dynamic relationships among its members and provide a forum for sharing information to improve quality and safety. • Educate members and users by developing and publishing voluntary industry standards and allied reference materials. • Serve as an information source to assist users and enforcement agencies in the proper selection, use, care and inspection of synthetic slings, tie downs and related load securement products. • Cooperate with government agencies and other organizations having interest in the synthetic sling and tie down industries. Represent its members and the industry before governmental agencies, related organizations and the public. • Conduct beneficial research and testing for our membership and cooperate with private and government agencies similarly engaged.

3. WSTDA Members • WSTDA represents manufacturers of web slings, tie downs, roundslings, webbing, hardware, yarn and thread. • WSTDA is recognized internationally, with members from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe and Asia. Membership in WSTDA falls into three categories: • Regular members are engaged in manufacturing slings, tie downs and webbing • Associate members are engaged in manufacturing secondary component materials and supplies such as fibers, thread and hardware • Affiliate members are distributors and users of synthetic web products and components, related associations as well as anyone interested in the work, mission and common interests of the WSTDA

4. WSTDA Members WSTDA’s membership is concentrated in North America, and expanding globally. €= WSTDA Member Company

5. WSTDA Leadership • Principal and alternate representatives of any Regular or Associate member are eligible for election to the Board of Directors. • The Board consists of nine members, elected for two-year terms. • The officers of the Association, elected annually: • President • Vice President • Secretary/Treasurer

6. WSTDA Technical Committees WSTDA's Technical Committees are the core of the association’s value. Four committees: • Write and update standards for industry products • Monitor legislation that impacts WSTDA members The strength of the WSTDA is in the work undertaken by the technical committees. Members volunteer their time to serve on committees that benefit from the members’ experience, knowledge and work. WSTDA maintains five technical committees to serve the mission of WSTDA and the industries it serves: • Web Sling Technical • Roundsling Technical • Legal Resources • Load Securement Technical • Testing Technical

7. WSTDA Meetings • Networking • Education • Technical Committee Meetings

8. WSTDA Meetings 2013 Fall Meeting October 15-17, 2013 Chicago, Illinois 2014 Annual Meeting May 5-8, 2014 Charleston, South Carolina 2014 Fall Meeting October 13-15, 2014 Kansas City, Missouri 2015 Annual Meeting May 5-7, 2015 Vancouver, BC

9. Industry Standards/Products WSTDA offers a variety of products for sale, including: • Warning Labels • Warning Sheets • Recommended Standards • Operating & Inspection Manuals • Industry Reports • Videos • Reference Manuals • Illustrated Wall Charts • Training CD-ROMs Discounts are available for WSTDA members

10. WSTDA Membership Directory • Published annually • Desktop reference for industry members

11. Uplifting News • Published semi-annually • WSTDA news and updates on industry issues • Delivered electronically to your desktop

12. www.wstda.com • 24/7 access to WSTDA information • Order WSTDA products • Updates on WSTDA standards

13. WSTDA Liaisons

14. Member Testimonials The “new” WSTDA is one that attracted me from my very first meeting I attended.  This association provides me with a wealth of technical information and benefits, and an opportunity to become involved in an exchange of ideas with my contemporaries.  The meeting sites, members, directors and officers, as well as the executive director, made me feel welcome from the beginning and provide a stellar  degree of professionalism and dedication.  To put things in perspective, the WSTDA provides valuable resources for the synthetic sling industry: product specifications, user manuals, tags, labels, and important reports, like the recently released UV Study.  These contributions provide a basis of support for other important organizations like AMSE, ACRP and the AWRF.  The WSTDA meetings are always part of my schedule and will always command time and participation from me, with time being a very scarce commodity. Michael Gelskey, Sr., Lift-It Manufacturing Company, Inc. Los Angeles, California

15. Member Testimonials From my very first meeting I realized what a unique environment WSTDA offered. A room full of manufacturers and suppliers, most of whom are competitors, working together for the industry and not one’s own personal gain. At the same time, I learned very quickly that by personal involvement in WSTDA the “gains” are a given. Becky Thiessen, DLD Truck Straps, Inc. Cochise, Arizona

16. Member Testimonials The WSTDA is an organization that is actively involved in the development of industry knowledge centered around slings and tie downs. As a high tenacity yarn manufacturer, DSM Dyneema has recently joined the WSTDA and we are very positive as to what the WSTDA brings us; a good and open introduction to the players and knowledge in the market. Furthermore the WSTDA membership provides us with the possibility to proactively work together with sling manufacturers in the US to share ideas and cooperate in future developments of this exciting market. DSM Dyneema Rich Miller Jorn Boesten Stanley, NC Urmond, The Netherlands

17. How Can WSTDA Help You? WSTDA benefits members by preparing standards that promote quality manufacturing procedures, product testing and proper end-use by clients. Membership provides opportunities for: • Active participation within technical committees to develop voluntary standards and address industry concerns. • A base for personal education and networking for the success of one's own business. • Meeting and exchanging technical information with manufacturers and suppliers. • Use of the WSTDA logo on literature or letterhead. • Access to all WSTDA products. • Attendance at WSTDA conferences held twice a year throughout North America offering stimulating learning and cultural experiences.

18. How to Join WSTDA • Join online at www.wstda.com • Contact WSTDA Headquarters 2105 Laurel Bush Road Suite 201 Bel Air, MD 21015 (443) 640-1070 (443) 640-1031 wstda@stringfellowgroup.net

19. Web Sling & Tie Down Association Representing manufacturers and suppliers of synthetic web slings and tie downs, polyester roundslings, synthetic webbing, fibers, thread and related components.