Abstract: Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with controlling batch jobs with plugins are described. In one embodiment, a method includes querying a batch definition database to retrieve a record identification plugin including a first declarative statement defining parameters of the record identification plugin and a database query statement used by the record identification plugin to select records within a database. The example method may also include querying the batch definition database to retrieve a process records plugin including a second declarative statement defining how the process records plugin is to process the selected records. The example method may also include interpreting the first declarative statement to control execution of a batch process to select the records within the database. The example method may also include interpreting the second declarative statement to control execution of the batch process to process the records to create a batch job result.

Abstract: A method for preparing extruded fasteners is disclosed. The fasteners are prepared by extruding a composition that includes as major ingredients, chlorosulfonated polyethylene, at least one stable polymer extender, at least one fire retardant and various processing and milling aids. A method for adhering said fasteners to various substrates and other components are also disclosed.