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What New Skills Will You Need in 2014?

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Welcome to SpecialChem e-Training Courses 2014 Brochure

2014 is almost there and it’s time to think to the skills you need to reach your targets! As you’ll see, there’s something for everyone:

If you have your hands on product development,You’ll surely love our Formulation courses and their very practical approach. You will structure your knowledge in a quick and efficient way, discover logic path to solve your issues and go faster by benefiting from industry experts’ know-how.

If you are more interested in what’s going on in the industry,Innovation courses will greatly support your efforts to keep up with the latest technical trends. Experts discuss a selection of the most promising innovations in a specific area.

Looking to train your whole team?e-Training Credits and Unlimited Access will make your life easy while making savings on your training budget. We can also organize private training sessions to fit into your sche-dule and your need for in-depth interaction with an expert.

Please remember that we’re here to help. To talk to us about your training requirements,call us on +33 1 72 76 39 13 or contact us by email: [email protected]

Catherine BouhierOnline Courses DirectorSpecialChem

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Why train with SpecialChem?

1. We are training more than 2000 professionals every year and 97% of them were satisfied with our e-Training Courses in 2013.

2. It is the only place to benefit from trainings with anindustry-applied touch: dispersion in coatings and inks, compatibility of plastic blends, rheology for adhesives and sealants…

3. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with technical experts who are all passionate about sharing their technical know-how and strong industry knowledge.

4. You can go beyond traditional skills development and discuss your own cases with industry experts even after the training session is over.

5. Attending an e-Training Course is simple:

«It is very good tohear from a lecturer with

extensive real-worldexperience rather than(or in addition to) justacademic knowledge.»

Antonio P.Sr. Materials Engineer

at Quantum Leap Packaging



One payment, 5 to 10 training sessions and great savings!

Smart ideas to attend e-Training Courses

Train with your colleaguesBecause it is more productive to share, you can attende-Training Courses with your colleagues!

> 1… 2… 3 attendees in the same room = SAME FEE! (1 internet connection - Regular Access)

> For group of 4 and over or requiring additional connections, the Group / Multi Access applies (up to 3 internet connections)

e-Training CreditsPurchase credits in advance and use them (whoever in your team / company)whenever you want within 12 months.

> 5 e-Training Credits 999€ (up to 30% savings!)

> 10 e-Training Credits 1 499€ (up to 55% savings!)

Unlimited Access to e-TrainingsA hassle free solution to help you and your staff develop technical skills and industry understanding by attending as many sessions as you need within a year.

> Unlimited Access

5 999€/year (Register up to 10 people to any of the 82 courses and save tens of thousands of Euros!)

Each 2013 subscriber has saved 24 311€ on average!

Private SessionsIf you have several people to train on a topic developed by SpecialChem, why not considering our pri-vate session option?

On top of the training presentation, this exclusive tailor-made online solution will offer youand your team the opportunity to interact longer and more freely with the expert on your current pro-jects and issues. It will seriously ease the application of your fresh learning into everyday practices.

“I chose the unlimitedaccess because of the money

reduction and I am very satisfied!It encourages me and

my colleagues to attenda large number of useful

events I wouldn’thave attended

otherwise.”Eric P.

Project Engineerat Nypro Inc.

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Train with the best expertsTo offer you best quality trainings, we are working with the best independent experts from all over the world. They are all passionate about sharing their know-how in addition to their strong technical knowledge. This is part of our com-mitment to deliver industry-focused, practical and unbiased courses.

Why do experts like sharing their expertise through SpecialChem?

When working with SpecialChem, experts benefit from our expertise in creating and delivering outstanding online courses:

> They have access to SpecialChem’s website members (500,000+)

> We accompany them to ensure your needs and expectations are met

> They get trained on our online presentations best practices

40 experts from US, UK,the Netherlands, Germany…

will train you in 2014

We select seasonedprofessionals having

> 15 years or morehands-on experience

> Proven track-record in the industry

> Real ability to pass ontheir expertise in

a simple way.Speakers

rated good or higher

by 97%of 2013 attendees

“The opportunityto get your questionsanswered was very good.The instructor has a goodand broad technicalknowledge on the topic.”Sander N.Business DevelopmentManagerat UnderwritersLaboratories



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryPlastics industry is constantly under change. With stringent regulations and envi-ronmental concerns, pressure is increasing to find a new array of solutions with the performance matching that of traditional materials at limited cost.

We at SpecialChem understand the changing environment and the challenges it brings to professionals throughout the value chain. We are constantly making

efforts to revitalize our training program to help you with industry-specific support to improve your skills, develop the right products faster and beat your competition.

Our plastics training program is designed to provide you with an opportunity to hear the latest trends and developments in the plastics industry, talk about formulation issues with experts, explore alternativesand share best practices.

Sonia VijProgram Manager Plastics at SpecialChem

[email protected]://in.linkedin.com/in/soniavij

Course Page N° Date

Track latest advances & trends to identify new opportunitiesLatest Weight Saving Solutions for Automotive Applications UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 January 30Wind Energy: Latest Engineering Plastics & Advanced Composites Innovations UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 March 4Food Packaging: Latest Barrier Solutions UPDATE!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 April 10Latest E&E Plastics for LED, Energy Storage, Miniaturized Devices UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 May 15Latest High Heat Polymer Resins & Applications Advances UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 June 26Photovoltaic Polymers: Innovations & Opportunities UPDATE!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 September 25Bioplastic Tour: Latest Developments & Trends for Greener Plastics (9th Edition) UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . 9 October 30Electrically Conductive Polymers: Latest Development Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 December 11

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Develop & improve performance/cost ratio with stronger formulation skillsOptimize Coextrusion to Improve Barrier properties in Thin Films . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 January 21Polyolefin Blends & Composites Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 February 18 Nanocomposites: Reaching an Optimal Balance of Properties NEW!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 March 27Thermoplastic Composites Optimization for High-Temp. Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 September 16 Metallization- Process Impact on Barrier Properties NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Date TBC Halogen-free Flame Retardants: Optimal Selection for better Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Date TBCNatural Fibers - Compounding Best Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Date TBC

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Learn from best practices for higher day-to-day efficiencyUS Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 March 18Searching & Mapping US Patents - Part 1: Patentability - Part 2: Freedom to Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sept. 23 & Oct. 7Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Oct. 29 & Nov. 12New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 November 19

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Get up-to-date on Regulation frontFood Contact : Compliance With non-Harmonized EU Legislations Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 May 6E.U. Food Contact Regulations: Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues . . . . 15 May 20US Food Contact Regulations: Impact on Plastics Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 October 9

Optimize testing procedures and improve results interpretationContact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 January 16Plastic Failure Analysis for Efficient Problem Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 February 4DSC in Practice: Predict & Optimize Faster Plastic Performances NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 April 15FR Behavior Characterization in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 April 29DMA Interpretation made Easy for Plastics Developments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 July 2FTIR Made Easy for Better Identification of Plastics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 September 10Cone Calorimeter: Quantifying Easily Flammability & Heat Release Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 September 30Environmental Stress Cracking Prediction & Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 December 2

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Plastics & Elastomers IndustryTrack latest advances & trends to identify new opportunities

May 15, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Structure your strategy and explore new routes to address the emerging demand in electronic devices (energy storage, miniaturization…) by benefiting from an expert review of the most impacting plastics material and technology innovations in this field.

CategoryInnovation

Latest E&E Plastics for LED, Energy Storage, Miniaturized DevicesPresented by Don Rosato

UPDATE!

“This course gave us a very good

overview of techno-logies aimed at light

weighting, much broader than we

would normally be exposed to”Normand M.

Business Development Manager at Milliken

January 30, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Get a clear overview of the weight-saving innovations of the last 12 months presenting the highest interest for the automotive industry. Material & process technologies will be discussed for their light weight potential but also for the opportunity to achieve higher performance, reduce cost and simplify overall design.

CategoryInnovation

Latest Weight Saving Solutions for Automotive ApplicationsPresented by Don Rosato

(71 evaluations)

UPDATE!

March 4, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Get an up-to-date mapping of opportunities for engineering plastics (PA, POM, PPS...) and advanced composites (carbon fiber, E/S glass…) for wind energy application. Material requirements, technology adoption and unmet needs will be discussed to help you accelerate your decision-making process on future R&D projects.

CategoryInnovation

Wind Energy: Latest Engineering Plastics & Advanced Composites InnovationsPresented by Don Rosato

UPDATE!

(8 evaluations)

April 10, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Clarify opportunities that are emerging for plastic materials in food packaging by reviewing the latest innovations in barrier technology (compostable films, scavengers, multi-layers...). Selection of new materials and technologies (green, cheap, more easily processed...) in barrier packaging will be presented to ease your strategic decisions on future deve-lopments.

CategoryInnovation

Food Packaging: Latest Barrier SolutionsPresented by Don Rosato

(184 evaluations)

UPDATE!

(49 evaluations)



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryTrack latest advances & trends to identify new opportunities

(118 evaluations)

December 11, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Save time with a synthetic & neutral overview of the latest innovations in conductive plastics & ICPs (ESD / EMI protection, RFID tags...) and find-out new ideas for your future developments. You will have a clear view on conductive polymers state-of-the-art and application opportunities that are arising.

CategoryInnovation

Electrically Conductive Polymers: Latest Development OpportunitiesPresented by Don Rosato

UPDATE!

October 30, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Get fresh ideas to go even greener with your plastic developments thanks to an update on the latest material, manufacturing and application developments. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear about novel solutions selected by our independent expert Don Rosato for their high potential to improve performance, lower environmental impact and expand into new applications.

CategoryInnovation

Bioplastic Tour: Latest Developments & Trends for Greener Plastics (9th Edition)Presented by Don Rosato

(174 evaluations)

UPDATE!

(143 evaluations)

September 25, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Identify how you could adapt your know-how in electronic and plastic materials to seize opportunities in the fast-growing solar energy market with expert insight on latest conductive and plastic material innovations.Get a clearer view on where plastics are required in PV cells: front/back sheets, encapsulants, film substrates, connectors, junction box, module frame...

CategoryInnovation

Photovoltaic Polymers: Innovations & OpportunitiesPresented by Don Rosato

UPDATE!

June 26, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Fine-tune and enrich your R&D strategy with a review of latest High Heat Polymers advances enabling higher continuous & peak temperatures, better dimensional stabi-lity and more… You will come away with a fresh view on their performance & applica-tion potential.

CategoryInnovation

Latest High Heat Polymer Resins & Applications AdvancesPresented by Don Rosato

UPDATE!



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryDevelop & improve performance/cost ratio with stronger formulation skills

January 21, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Achieve thin multilayers with high barrier properties without compromising on other important mechanical properties such as strength, stiffness... Adjustments in mate-rials, equipment & process design will be discussed with the help of real life case studies for efficient problem solving.

CategoryTechnology

Optimize Coextrusion to Improve Barrier properties in Thin FilmsPresented by Dr. Eldridge M. Mount III

(33 evaluations)

February 18, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Push back the limits of your polymer alloys, blends & composites by getting practical support to optimize their performance/cost ratio and lower failure rate. By better mastering compatibilization, you will be better equipped to expand into new applica-tions with cost-effective polyolefin/polymer and polyolefin/filler combinations taking advantage of lower density and cost of polyolefins.

CategoryTechnology

Polyolefin Blends & Composites OptimizationPresented by Ashok Adur

(30 evaluations)

September 16, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Optimize your thermoplastic composites for high-temperature applications by re-viewing state-of-the-art approaches to adjust and tailor their interfacial features (inter-facial bonding, strength…) while not compromising on other mechanical properties.

CategoryFormulation

Thermoplastic Composites Optimization for High-Temp. ApplicationsPresented by Mark deMeuse

(31 evaluations)

NEW!

March 27, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Define easily the ideal structure of nanocomposites to observe optimum performance (increased Tg, modulus strength, thermal stability…) for your applications. Relation of the structure of nanocomposites to the observed properties (mechanical, barrier, electrical…) will be discussed in detail.

CategoryFormulation

Nanocomposites: Reaching an Optimal Balance of PropertiesPresented by Mark DeMeuse

This new course has not been evaluated yet



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryDevelop & improve performance/cost ratio with stronger formulation skills

Date to be confirmedKeep your fire resistant polymers in tune with ever toughening market requirements (no more halogen FRs or toxic alternatives, improved properties…) by revisiting flame retardant technologies (phosphorus, silicates, nanocomposites...)• Can your existing package deliver more? • Should you consider another FR technology to break your current performance limits?

CategoryFormulation

Halogen-free Flame Retardants: Optimal Selection for better Performance Presented by T. Richard Hull

(34 evaluations)

Date to be confirmedSolve typical issues (low moisture absorption, low thermal stability…) faced with natu-ral fibers by adjusting your day to day compounding practices. Performance you can expect when using natural fibers to formulate bio-composites, their pros & cons vs. traditional fillers as well as their price positioning will be detailed.

CategoryFormulation

Natural Fibers - Compounding Best PracticesPresented by Luis Roca

(17 evaluations)

NEW!

Date to be confirmedReach easily targeted performance with your plastic films by better understanding theimpact of metallization process on your final product properties (barrier, optical…).Get the inside track on the latest metallization approaches in order to define precise expectations on film & metallization layer.

CategoryFormulation

Metallization- Process Impact on Barrier PropertiesPresented by Dr. Eldridge M Mount III




Plastics & Elastomers IndustryOptimize testing procedures and improve results interpretation

January 16, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Learn how to properly run contact angle measurements and extract decisive informa-tion on surface roughness, uniformity of treatment, release agents residues, weak boundary layers, wettability, printability, over treatment… This will save you from running additional & more expensive tests.

CategoryFormulation

Contact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single TestPresented by Ian Sutherland

(119 evaluations)

February 4, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Strengthen your understanding of the different types of failures in your plastic parts & apply this knowledge to real cases so that you are well equipped for your own cases! This course will help you implement more effective prevention / problem solving strategies relative to material selection, design & processed-in stress and service environment.

CategoryFormulation

Plastic Failure Prediction & PreventionPresented by Jeffrey Jansen

(55 evaluations)

NEW!

April 15, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Wisely integrate Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC) as a thermal analysis tool in your daily developments and extract valuable information about your materials (phase transitions, crosslinking, additive depletion, ageing…) without any difficulties.

CategoryFormulation

DSC in Practice: Predict & Optimize Faster Plastic PerformancesPresented by Jeffrey Jansen


April 29, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETAssess efficiently effect of flame retardants on plastics’ fire behavior & thermal stabi-lity by running appropriate characterization methods (Cone Calorimeter, TGA, Char & Residue Analysis...) at the right time.T. Richard Hull will review how to adjust test methods for novel flame retardants (intumescents, char formers). Experimental parameters (size of sample, T°C, environ-ment…) will be discussed for finer data interpretation.

CategoryFormulation

FR Behavior Characterization in PracticePresented by T. Richard Hull

(7 evaluations)



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryOptimize testing procedures and improve results interpretation

September 30, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Optimize your formulations for lower flammability by increasing your ability to interpret results properly: - Assess flammability improvements so you can optimize formulations- Learn how to properly interpret heat release curves - Comprehensively understand data available from cone calorimetry (TTI, HRR, pHRR, ttpHRR, THR, EHC, FIGRA, SMOGRA etc)

CategoryFormulation

Cone Calorimeter: Quantifying Easily Flammability & Heat Release RatePresented by T. Richard Hull

(144 evaluations)

July 2, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Gain confidence in interpreting DMA fingerprints and wisely use the results to evaluate performance (rigidity, ductility, compatibility..) of your polymer formulations & ease your daily developments.

CategoryFormulation

DMA Interpretation made Easy for Plastics DevelopmentsPresented by Mark deMeuse

(23 evaluations)

September 10, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Guide efficiently your plastics developments by effectively running Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis & extracting valuable information out of the results. Watch as Jeff Jansen steps through the interpretation of real-life cases (polymer iden-tification, contamination, failure analysis) by using spectral libraries and library search matching.

CategoryFormulation

FTIR Made Easy for Better Identification of PlasticsPresented by Jeffrey Jansen

(90 evaluations)

December 2, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Improve your plastic parts ESC resistance by predicting failure occurrence, analyzing its origin and implementing adequate prevention measures. After reviewing failure modes & how to predict occurrence, pragmatic prevention strategies based on polymer selection, design & environment will be discussed using real life case studies.

CategoryFormulation

Environmental Stress Cracking Prediction & PreventionPresented by Jeffrey Jansen

(113 evaluations)



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryLearn from Best Practices for higher day-to-day efficiency

March 18, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Increase your confidence when reading US patentsand interpreting claims (key attention points, whathas been invented, what are the patent boundaries...)and adequately use the information to ensure yourdevelopment does not infringe on another’s patent.

CategoryR&D Methodology

US Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them?Presented by Laurence Pearson “Great training!

New informationto many of us - even

those with experiencewith reading patents”

Thomas O.R&D Leader

at Dow Chemical

November 19, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET‘America Invents Act’, the new US Patent law, switches rights from ‘first to invent’ system to a ‘first inventor–to-file’ system. Ignorance on this new law can lead to more threats than opportunities. Laurence Pearson, US patent attorney, will help you understand the impact of this law on your existing patent strategies in order to help you protect your inventions.


New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP StrategyPresented by Laurence Pearson


(109 evaluations)

Part 1 - September 23, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - October 7, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETExpand your skills at searching and mapping patents and reduce risk of missing an important one that could ruin your own patentability or freedom to operate. Laurence Pearson will share practical product development cases to structure your search and to identify connections between patents for a given technology.

Searching & Mapping US Patents Part 1: for Patentability / Part 2: for Freedom To PracticePresented by Laurence Pearson


(222 evaluations)

Part 1 - Octobre 29, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 1 - November 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments with higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). In Part 1, you will clarify when you should go for full, fractional or Taguchi designs, how to study interactions. Part 2 will show you how to implement it in practice through real life case studies.


Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course)Presented by Rogier van Duin

(201 evaluations)



Plastics & Elastomers IndustryGet Up-to-date on Regulation front

CategoryRegulation Focus

EU Food Contact: Optimizing Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability IssuesPresented by Rachida Semail & Rob Veraart

“Good explanation of EU legislation:

linked the issues of changes to regula-

tory compliance, declarations of com-pliance, responsibi-lities and liabilities.”

Ian M.at W.R. Grace

(308 evaluations)

May 20, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETReduce time spent filing for EU Food Contact approval: > Select and perform as few migration tests as possible > Prepare and review efficiently Declaration of Compliance > Clarify responsibility & liability issues among the value chain.

October 9, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Structure your knowledge on FDA regulation regarding food contact materials & get guidance to upgrade your regular R&D practices for faster compliance: substances selection, contact conditions, cost requirements...


U.S. Food Contact Regulations: Impact on Plastics DevelopmentPresented by Andreas Tschech

(28 evaluations)

May 6, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Demonstrate efficiently food contact compliance of your plastics in a non-harmo-nized food contact area with an update on latest national requirements (NL, Belgium, Spain…) & practical guidance for an optimal compliance strategy...


Food Contact : Compliance With non-Harmonized EU Legislations Made Easy Presented by Rachida Semail & Rob Veraart

(316 evaluations)



Adhesives & Sealants IndustryFor 2014, we have selected online short courses that will help you meet yourtargets faster and adapt smartly to market requirements by implementing selective formulation strategies, as well as getting more from your tests. Our popular courses on patents and experimental designs are also back to sup-port your day-to-day practice.

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Meet Faster Performance Targets & Customer NeedsRheology & Viscosity Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 January 22Flexible Packaging Adhesives: New Formulations for Today’s Packaging NEW!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 February 27WB Adhesives: Predictive Methods for Faster Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 March 5Structural Epoxy Adhesives Formulation Optimization (2 part-course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 March 19 & April 2Sealants : Formulation Strategies for Latest Performance Challenges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 June 25PSA: Formulating for Tapes & Labels Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 September 9Structural Epoxy Toughening: Practical Formulation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 September 18



Get More out of your TestsContact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 January 16Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 February 5Adhesive Toughness: Efficient Testing throughout the Development Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 February 12DMA Graphs made Easy for Adhesive & Sealant Developments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 April 16 Adhesion to Plastics: How to Better Use Surface Characterization NEW!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 June 11Optimizing Adhesion to Metal (inks, lacquers, structural adhesives...). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 October 8DMA in Practice: Predict & Optimize Faster Adhesive Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 October 16DMA in Practice: PSA formulations Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 November 25

Darine RaïsProgram Manager Adhesives at SpecialChem

[email protected]/pub/darine-raïs/71/706/440/en




Adhesives & Sealants Industry.


Keep up with Latest TrendsCarbon Nanotubes (CNT) in Adhesives: Their True Potential Assessed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 October 1st Debonding On Demand Structural Adhesives: Strategies & Future Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . 22 October 23



Boost your Day-to-Day EfficiencyUS Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 March 18 Searching & Mapping US Patents - Part 1: Patentability - Part 2: Freedom to Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Sept. 23 & Oct. 7Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Oct. 29 & Nov. 12New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 November 19


Deal More Easily with Regulations US Food Contact : Good R&D Practices for Easier Compliance NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 January 28Food Contact : Compliance With non-Harmonized EU Legislations Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 May 6EU Food Contact: Optimizing Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues . . . . . . 24 May 20

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Adhesives & Sealants IndustryFaster Meet Performance Targets & Customer Needs

February 27, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETUnderstand changes that are occurring in the packaging industry relative to flexible packaging and how these are affecting adhesives and sealants. New substrate materials will be discussed as well as formulations of newly developed adhesives and sealants and their unique value propositions.

CategoryFormulation

Flexible Packaging Adhesives: New Formulations for Today’s Unmet NeedsPresented by Edward Petrie


NEW!

January 22, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Use rheology as a real formulation support in future developments by linking theory (complex modulus, yield stress, shear rate...) to real life flow behavior so that rheolo-gical data becomes tangible and helpful to fine-tune your products according to your specifications.

CategoryFormulation

Rheology & Viscosity Made EasyPresented by Neil Cunningham

(346 evaluations)

March 5, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETAdjust adhesion, heat seal, wet tack, setting speed… by predicting how much you adjust glass transition temperature, wet tack, setting speed… by predicting how much you should change in your water-based adhesive formulation BEFORE trying. You will gain in productivity by making educated decision out of particle distribution, Tg and molecular weight information

CategoryFormulation

WB Adhesives: Predictive Methods for Faster DevelopmentPresented by David Horwart

(26 evaluations)

Part 1 - March 19, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - April 2, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETGet advanced knowledge on how to combine raw materials used in the formulation of epoxy-based structural adhesives and optimize durability, toughness and thermal-oxi-dative resistance. Our speaker John Bishopp has a long and proven track record expe-rience in formulation and he will now pass his hands-on knowledge on to you.

CategoryFormulation

Structural Epoxy Adhesives Formulation Optimization (2-Part Course)Presented by John Bishopp

(217 evaluations)



Adhesives & Sealants IndustryMeet Faster Performance Targets & Customer Needs

September 9, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETDevelop successful PSA formulations for Tapes & Labels by identifying constraints induced by the various design and converting processes. Current formulation prac-tices & latest developments will be discussed (including starting formulations per application).

CategoryFormulation

PSA: Formulating for Tapes & Labels ApplicationsPresented by Edward Petrie

(26 evaluations)

September 18, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Explore the various toughening strategies that are successful today (including novel concepts using synergistic blends and specific resins) driven by 40-year experience working with epoxy-based structural adhesives.

CategoryFormulation

Structural Epoxy Toughening: Practical Formulation StrategiesPresented by John Bishopp

(103 evaluations)

June 25, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETBe aware of the new requirements that are being placed on sealants and how theindustry will respond to them. Drivers such as indoor health, fire resistance, moldand moisture resistance, reduced maintenance, and adhesion to new substrates arechallenging sealant formulators like never before.

CategoryFormulation

Sealants : Formulation Strategies for Latest Performance ChallengesPresented by Edward Petrie

(20 evaluations)



Adhesives & Sealants IndustryGet More out of your Tests

February 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETOptimally evaluate toughness throughout your adhesive development process. John Bishopp will review what test to do, in what conditions and when so that you have useful data to guide your development while avoiding running expensive tests until it is necessary.

CategoryFormulation

Adhesive Toughness: Efficient Testing throughout the Development ProcessPresented by John Bishopp

(43 evaluations)

January 16, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETLearn how to properly run contact angle measurements and extract decisive informa-tion on surface roughness, uniformity of treatment, release agents residues, weak boundary layers, wettability, printability, over treatment… This will save you from running additional & more expensive tests!

CategoryFormulation


(119 evaluations)

February 5, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETReview test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flow behavior inpractice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practicalconsiderations for implementation will be discussed.

CategoryFormulation

Testing Rheology & Viscosity in PracticePresented by Neil Cunningham

(233 evaluations)

“Excellent!It related the

theoretical aspects to the

practical appli-cations in a clear

manner.”Brian M.

from Pinova, Inc.

April 16, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETGain autonomy to self-interpret Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) graphic results and benefit from an effective support for your developments (ingredient selection, performance adjustment into the application window…).

CategoryFormulation

DMA Graphs made Easy for Adhesive & Sealant DevelopmentsPresented by Derek Bamborough

(141 evaluations)



Adhesives & Sealants IndustryGet More out of your Tests

November 25, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Accelerate your PSA developments and reach faster the performance required by your customers with an improved use of DMA results. It will help you to better select your tackifiers, plasticizers and other additives as well as to adjust their loadings

CategoryFormulation

DMA in Practice: PSA formulations OptimizationPresented by Derek Bamborough

(33 evaluations)

October 16 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Timely optimize your formulations and better predict your adhesive performances by attending this advanced course on Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), presented by our industry expert Derek Bamborough who has more than 20 year experience in this field.

CategoryFormulation

DMA in Practice: Predict & Optimize Faster Adhesive performancesPresented by Derek Bamborough

(111 evaluations)

October 8, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETOptimize adhesion to metal substrates by letting Gary Critchlow show you how to best use surface analysis (AES, XPS, SIMS, tensile testing, wedge testing, fatigue and corro-sion testing) to support your developments.

CategoryFormulation

Optimizing Adhesion to Metal (inks, lacquers, structural adhesives...) Presented by Gary Critchlow

(62 evaluations)

June 11, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETImprove the wettability of your plastic substrates and save time by getting decisive data with a better use of surface analysis to guide plastic adhesion optimization.

CategoryFormulation

Adhesion to Plastics: How to Better Use Surface CharacterizationPresented by Ian Sutherland


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Adhesives & Sealants IndustryKeep up with Latest Trends

October 23, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Get a head start on debonding-on-demand technology, the next must-have adhesive feature, with a comprehensive mapping of formulation strategies (chemistry and initiator), their pros and cons and suitability per applications. Maxime Olive will also highlight areas with low patent coverage to ease your future developments decisions.

CategoryInnovation

Debonding-on-Demand: Formulation Strategies & ApplicationsPresented by Maxime Olive

(45 evaluations)

UPDATE!

October 1st, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETGet a clear view on the real benefits offered by Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) in com-mercial adhesives formulations. Save days of technology assessment… experienced formulator Seamas Grant made it for you.

CategoryInnovation

Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) in Adhesives: Their True Potential AssessedPresented by Seamas Grant

(29 evaluations)



Adhesives & Sealants IndustryBoost your Day-to-Day Efficiency

(109 evaluations)

Part 1 - September 23, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - October 7, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETExpand your skills at searching and mapping patents and reduce risk of missing an important one that could ruin your own patentability or freedom to operate. Laurence Pearson will share practical product development cases to structure your search and to identify connections between patents for a given technology.



March 18, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Increase your confidence when reading US patents and interpreting claims (what has been invented, what are the patent boundaries...) and adequately use the informa-tion to guide your product development, take advantage of patentable inventions and avoid law suits.

U.S. Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them?Presented by Laurence Pearson


(222 evaluations)

Part 1 - October 29, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - November 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments with higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). In Part 1, you will clarify when you should go for full, fractional or Taguchi designs, how to study interactions. Part 2 will show you how to implement it in practice through real life case studies

Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy ImplementationPresented by Rogier van Duin

“Excellentexplanation of

the DoE approach…It is a really good

course”Eliana L.

Researcher at Solvay


(201 evaluations)

November 19, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET‘America Invents Act’, the new US Patent law, switches rights from ‘first to invent’ system to a ‘first inventor–to-file’ system. Ignorance on this new law can lead to more threats than opportunities. Laurence Pearson, US patent attorney, will help you understand the impact of this law on your existing patent strategies in order to help you protect your inventions.


New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP StrategyPresented by Laurence Pearson




Adhesives & Sealants IndustryDeal More Easily with Regulations

May 20, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETReduce time spent filing for EU Food Contact approval: > Select and perform as few migration tests as possible > Prepare and review efficiently Declaration of Compliance > Clarify responsibility & liability issues among the value chain.


E.U. Food Contact Regulations: Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability IssuesPresented by Rachida Semail & Rob Veraart

(308 evaluations)

May 6, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETDemonstrate efficiently food contact compliance of your coatings and adhesives in a non-harmonized food contact area with an update on latest national requirements (NL, Belgium, Spain…) and practical guidance for an optimal compliance strategy.



(28 evaluations)

January 28, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETStructure your knowledge on FDA regulations regarding adhesives and coatings materials used in food contact applications and get guidance to upgrade your R&D practices for faster compliance: substances selection, contact conditions, cost requi-rements...


US Food Contact Regulation: Good R&D Practices for Easier CompliancePresented by Andreas Tschech


NEW!



Coatings & Inks IndustryIn this competitive world where one needs to formulate new coatings or inks faster, minimize costs, lower VOCs while always offering better performance... it is key to develop stronger skills in order to gain in productivity.

In 2014, you will find online short courses to develop and strengthen your understanding of formulation science, to optimize your raw materials selection

and to solve recurring issues faster.





Formulate & Troubleshoot Faster with Stronger SkillsContact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 January 16Rheology & Viscosity Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 January 22Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 February 5Physical Chemistry for a Good Start in Problem Solving (2-part course). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Feb. 20 & March 6Bio-based Ink Formulation in Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 March 25Solving Coating Adhesion Issues of Coatings & Inks (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 May 7 & 21Introduction to Pigment Dispersion (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 June 10 & 24Water-based film inks: Advanced Formulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 September 2Pigment Dispersion & Stabilization In Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 October 14Protective Coatings: How to Optimize Corrosion Resistance NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 October 21UV/ EB Coatings: Optimizing Curing in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 November 4 Solving Coating Film Defects (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Nov. 20 & Dec. 4Solvent Optimization in Industrial Coatings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 November 26

Reach new performance levels with improved ingredient selectionSolving Foam Issues with Optimal Defoamers Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 January 29Compatibilizing Base paint and Colorant NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 April 1stPigments & Fillers Selection for Optimal Performance & Cost. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 April 17Rheology Modifiers: Optimal Selection & Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 May 14Waxes Optimal Selection and Use NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 May 27TiO2 Optimization: Practical Formulation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 September 17Printed Electronics: Coatings & Inks Conductive Fillers Selection NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 September 24Driers for Alkyd Coating: Optimizing selection & use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 October 2Solving Surface / Interfacial Tension Issues (Wetting, Leveling…) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 November 13

Darine RaïsProgram Manager Coatings at SpecialChem


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Deal More Easily with RegulationsUS Food Contact : Good R&D Practices for Easier Compliance NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 January 28Food Contact : Compliance With non-Harmonized EU Legislations Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 May 6EU Food Contact: Optimizing Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues . . . . . . 32 May 20

Keep up with Latest TrendsSmart Coatings: Update on Current & Future Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 3 June

Boost your Day-to-Day EfficiencyUS Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 March 18Searching & Mapping US Patents - Part 1: Patentability - Part 2: Freedom to Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Sept. 23 & Oct. 7Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Oct. 29 & Nov. 12New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP Strategy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 November 19


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Coatings & Inks IndustryFormulate & Troubleshoot Faster with Stronger Skills

January 22, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Use rheology as a real formulation support in future developments by linking theory (complex modulus, yield stress, shear rate...) to real life flow behavior so that rheolo-gical data becomes tangible and helpful to fine-tune your products according to your specifications.

CategoryFormulation

Rheology & Viscosity made EasyPresented by Neil Cunningham

(346 evaluations)

February 5, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flow behavior inpractice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practicalconsiderations for implementation will be discussed.

CategoryFormulation


(233 evaluations)

February 20 & March 6, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Face most of the challenges commonly encountered when formulating, storing and applying coatings and inks. Applied example on pigment dispersion, dispersion stabi-lity, increasing solid content, coalescence... will be developed.

CategoryFormulation

Physical Chemistry for a Good Start in Problem Solving (2-part course)Presented by Jochum Beetsma

(215 evaluations)

January 16, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETLearn how to properly run contact angle measurements & extract decisive informa-tion on roughness, uniformity of treatment, release agents residues, weak boundary layers, wettability, printability, over treatment… This will save you from running additio-nal & more expensive tests!

CategoryFormulation


(119 evaluations)

March 25, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Get practical guidance to formulate bio-based inks and meet requirements for green certifications such as the NAPIM BioRenewable Content (BRC) program

CategoryFormulation

Bio-based Ink Formulation in PracticePresented by Terence Kenneth

(11 evaluations)




May 7 & 21, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Achieve faster optimal adhesion performance with your coatings by reviewing origin of adhesive failure and compatible solutions (pre-treatment, additives...) for waterborne, solvent-based, high-solids, and powder coatings.

CategoryFormulation

Solving Coating Adhesion Issues (2-part course)Presented by Jochum Beetsma

(212 evaluations)

June 10 & 24, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Focus your troubleshooting efforts in the right direction and wisely adjust ingredients, dispersing equipment, etc. by better recognizing the causes of dispersion issues and understanding mechanisms involved

CategoryFormulation

Introduction to Pigment Dispersion & Stabilization (2-part course)Presented by Jochum Beetsma

(425 evaluations)

September 2, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Acquire the specialized practical knowledge you need to formulate waterborne flexo and gravure inks for today’s demanding packaging films. In this course you’ll benefit from the presenter’s 28 year experience in the printing ink industry as he guides you step by step through the intricate techniques of advanced ink formulation

CategoryFormulation

Water-based film inks: Advanced FormulationPresented by Terence Kenneth

(37 evaluations)

October 14, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Get rid of your dispersion issues by translating theory into pragmatic procedures and key attention points for optimum results (color development, hiding power, stability, lower cost). Discussion of practical cases will be based on commercial products (TiO2, carbon black, phthalocyanine blue and BaSO4)

CategoryFormulation

Pigment Dispersion & Stabilization in PracticePresented by Jochum Beetsma

“The analysisof the real life examples

was extremely helpful,as well as the analysis of

the information included in the TDS.”

Melissa M.Sr. Research Associate

at Cabot Corporation (199 evaluations)




November 20 & December 4, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETAvoid and solve faster film defects (cratering, pinholing, crawling, floating...) of your coa-tings and inks by clarifying why a solution is effective and why another isn’t. It will help you timely adjust your process (temperature, water evaporation, layer thickness...).

CategoryFormulation

Solving Film Defects Faster (Part 1 & 2)Presented by Jochum Beetsma

(299 evaluations)

November 4, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Optimize the curing profile of your UV system for coatings or adhesives. The course will briefly review the basics and then will discuss recent developments in materials and formulation strategies for curing under a variety of conditions. Strategies for pigmented systems and curing through shadowed areas will be discussed. Both free-radical & cationic UV binders will be discussed, using many industry examples.

CategoryFormulation

UV/ EB Coatings: Optimizing Curing in PracticePresented by Mike Clingerman

(199 evaluations)

November 26, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Keep reducing VOC levels in your industrial coatings while meeting regulation and safety requirements by optimizing selection of solvents for higher performance. Key parameters (Hansen parameters...) for good decision making will be covered in a very practical way.

CategoryFormulation

Solvent Optimization in Industrial Coatings Presented by François Magnin

This course has not been evaluated yet

October 21, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Improve corrosion & wear resistance of your protective coatings by playing with the whole process (ingredients, ambient conditions...) rather than limiting yourself to only few formulation parameters. You will gain in efficiency to troubleshoot poor corrosion resistance cases depending on base system (alkyds, epoxies, urethanes, acrylics…), application requirements, exposure conditions...

CategoryFormulation

Protective Coatings: How to Optimize Corrosion Resistance Presented by Michael Mastropietro

NEW!




Coatings & Inks IndustryReach new performance levels with improved ingredient selection

May 14, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Better control rheology profile of your waterborne and solvent-based formulations: achieve desired gloss, transparency, water and sag resistance… by optimizing choice of thickener and use conditions (minimum side-effects, no overloading…)

CategoryFormulation

Rheology Modifiers: Optimal Selection & UsePresented by Johan Bieleman

(112 evaluations)

January 29, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Optimally use defoamers to prevent / solve foaming issues while limiting undesired side-effect in your coating and ink formulations.Defoamer selection, dosage and incorporation conditions will be discussed.

CategoryFormulation

Solving Foam Issues with Optimal Defoamers Selection Presented by Johan Bieleman

“Very good course!It got me thinking

more about how I may improve the formulation

I am currently working on.”Chris J.

from International Paint (120 evaluations)

April 1st, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Save time & money and prevent issues such as «rub-up» and instability in coatings & paints by selecting the right compatibilizer for your base paint and colorant. Johan Bie-leman will share his hands-on knowledge on how to reach uniform and optimal color development

CategoryFormulation

Compatibilizing Base paint and Colorant Presented by Johan Bieleman

NEW!


April 17, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Reduce cost, improve quality, switch more easily to new pigments & fillers technolo-gies (cheaper alternatives, low VOC, …) without the fear to spend hours on trials & errors. Let Jochum Beetsma show you how to best use info on technical datasheets to select candidates able to deliver scratch/abrasion resistance, rheology, corrosion resistance, hiding power you need.

CategoryFormulation

Pigments & Fillers Selection for Optimal Performance & CostPresented by Jochum Beetsma

(68 evaluations)



Coatings & Inks IndustryReach new performance levels with improved ingredient selection

May 27 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Improve performance (slip resistance, water repellency, abrasion resistance, touch & feel…) of your coatings and inks with an optimal selection and use of waxes (car-nauba, paraffin, PE, PP, PTFE…). The expert will discuss the pros and cons of various waxes families to help you reach the desired performance depending on your needs.

CategoryFormulation

Waxes Optimal Selection and Use Presenter to be confirmed

NEW!


September 17, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Smartly optimize your TiO2 loadings and keep your coatings and inks cost under control while maintaining quality by reviewing how to proceed in practice. Jochum Beetsma will discuss practical formulation strategies and their impact on TiO2 usage, from the optimization concept to commercial solutions.

CategoryFormulation

TiO2 Optimization: Practical Formulation StrategiesPresented by Jochum Beetsma

(59 evaluations)

September 24, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Meet more easily the demand for cost-effective printed electronics by improving your selection & use of conductive fillers in coatings and inks formulations. After cla-rifying the performance criteria (resistivity, sheet resistance, etc.), Michael will review conductor materials (metallic nanoparticles, graphene, CNTs…) and their strengths and weaknesses.

CategoryFormulation

Printed Electronics: Coatings & Inks Conductive Fillers Selection Presented by Michael Mastropietro

NEW!


October 2, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Optimize your coating drying profile and improve related performance (film hardness, durability...) by selecting and using catalysts (metal carboxylates, organometal com-plexes...) that are adapted to your specific waterborne and high-solids formulations.

CategoryFormulation

Driers for Alkyd Coating: Optimizing selection & usePresented by Johan Bieleman

(26 evaluations)

November 13, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Achieve better performance (wetting, flow- and leveling, substrate wetting, color deve-lopment...) and solve faster typical issues related to high surface tension by adjusting additives and loadings in your coating formulation.

CategoryFormulation

Solving Surface / Interfacial Tension Issues (Wetting, Leveling…)Presented by Johan Bieleman

(96 evaluations)



Coatings & Inks IndustryKeep up with the Latest Trends

June 3, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Clarify existing and future opportunities offered by smart / functionnal coatings by reviewing current state-of-the art, promising research developments and their poten-tial for commercial applications.

CategoryInnovation

Smart Coatings: Current & Future OpportunitiesPresented by Mike Clingerman

UPDATE!

(87 evaluations)


E.U. Food Contact Regulations: Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability IssuesPresented by Rachida Semail & Rob Veraart

“Good explanation of EU legislation:

linked the issues of changes to regulatory compliance, declara-tions of compliance, responsibilities and

liabilities.”Ian M.

at W.R. Grace (308 evaluations)

May 20, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETReduce time spent filing for EU Food Contact approval: > Select and perform as few migration tests as possible > Prepare and review efficiently Declaration of Compliance > Clarify responsibility & liability issues among the value chain

Deal More Easily with Regulations

January 28, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Structure your knowledge on FDA regulations regarding adhesives & coatings mate-rials used in food contact applications & get guidance to upgrade your R&D practices for faster compliance: substances selection, contact conditions, cost requirements.


US Food Contact Regulation: Good R&D Practices for Easier Compliance Presented by Andreas Tschech

NEW!


May 6, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Demonstrate efficiently food contact compliance of your coatings and adhesives in a non-harmonized food contact area with an update on latest national requirements (NL, Belgium, Spain…) and practical guidance for an optimal compliance strategy…



(316 evaluations)



Coatings & Inks Industry

November 19, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET ‘America Invents Act’, the new US Patent law, switches rights from ‘first to invent’ system to a ‘first inventor–to-file’ system. Ignorance on this new law can lead to more threats than opportunities. Laurence Pearson, US patent attorney, will help you understand the impact of this law on your existing patent strategies in order to help you protect your inventions.


New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP Strategy Presented by Laurence Pearson


Boost your Day-to-Day Efficiency

(109 evaluations)

Part 1 - September 23, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - October 7, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Expand your skills at searching and mapping patents and reduce risk of missing an important one that could ruin your own patentability or freedom to operate. Lau-rence Pearson will share practical advice to structure your search and to identify connections between patents for a given technology.



March 18, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Increase your confidence when reading US patents and interpreting claims (key attention points, what has been invented, what are the patent boundaries...) and adequately use the information to ensure your development does not infringe on another’s patent.


US Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them?Presented by Laurence Pearson

(222 evaluations)

Part 1 - October 29, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - November 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments with higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). Principles and models will be discussed in easy-to-understand terms, with moderate reference to mathematical equations.


Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-Part Course)Presented by Rogier van Duin

(201 evaluations)



Cosmetics IndustryIn this extremely competitive marketplace, R&D professionals need more than ever to pull the science in to back up what cosmetic consumers are looking for: efficacy, skin feel, great texture, naturals, paraben-free…

To help you deliver against these demanding requirements, we are offering e-Training Courses to strengthen both your formulation skills and ingredient

selection ability.

Course Page N° DateFormulate & Troubleshoot Faster with Stronger SkillsRheology & Viscosity made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 January 22Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 February 5High SPF Sun Care Formulation Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 October 15

Improve Ingredient Selection for Higher PerformanceControlled Release Technology Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 February 25Active Ingredients Selection for Successful Claims & Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 March 20Functional Siloxanes from A to Z for Easier Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 April 8Natural Preservatives: Selection & Formulation Improvements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 July 1stPeptides in Cosmetics: Best Practices for Selection & Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 September 3




Boost your Day-to-Day EfficiencyUS Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 March 18UVA/SPF: Improved Measurement Methodology NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 April 30 Searching & Mapping US Patents - Part 1: Patentability - Part 2: Freedom to Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Sept. 23 & Oct. 7Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Oct. 29 & Nov. 12New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 November 19

Deal More Easily with RegulationsUS Cosmetic Claims: How to be attractive yet non-misleading? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 November 5Cosmetics Claim Substantiation: Why and How? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 December 4

Darine RaïsProgram Manager Cosmetics at SpecialChem


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Cosmetics IndustryDevelop & troubleshoot faster with stronger formulation skills

January 22, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CETUse rheology as a real formulation support in future deve-lopments by linking theory (complex modulus, yield stress, shear rate...) to real life flow behavior so that rheological data becomes tangible and helpful to fine-tune your pro-ducts according to your specifications.

CategoryFormulation

Rheology & Viscosity made EasyPresented by Neil Cunningham

“I loved it!Simple explanations;

examples were ones each of us could relate to and

apply to fluids we are concerned about.”

Mary H.Analytical and Materials

Department Managerat Fujifilm

(346 evaluations)

October 15, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Develop faster cost-effective high SPF sun care formulations that conform to UVA requirements. Julian Hewitt will share his unique expertise to help you select the right active(s), maximize their efficacy and ensure the photostability of the formulation.

CategoryFormulation

High SPF Sun Care Formulation StrategyPresented by Julian Hewitt

(80 evaluations)

February 5, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flow behavior in prac-tice. Popular testing techniques, their pros and cons as well as practical considera-tions for implementation will be discussed.

CategoryFormulation


(233 evaluations)



Cosmetics IndustryImprove Ingredient Selection for Higher Performance

(80 evaluations)

July 1st, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Get fresh ideas to adapt/adjust your formulations to the rising demand for preservative-free / natural preservatives products by reviewing the true potential of solutions avai-lable today on the market.

CategoryFormulation

Natural Preservatives: Selection & Formulation ImprovementsPresented by Barbara Olioso “Natural

formulationsare tricky and Barbara

gave very goodrecommendations!”

Anne M.from Herbal Attitudes

April 8, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Develop your understanding of functional siloxanes: what they are, their unique physi-cal, chemical properties, and functionality. It will ease your selection of the right ingre-dient for a personal care application. Commercial examples will be used to correlate to the theoretical aspects of the science of functional siloxanes.

CategoryFormulation

Functional Siloxanes from A to Z for Easier SelectionPresented by Eric Abrutyn

(50 evaluations)

March 20, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Screen faster the thousands of new “active” ingredients launched each year and find the one that will really contribute to the success of your cosmetics.

CategoryFormulation

Active Ingredients Selection for Successful Claims & EffectsPresented by Karl Lintner

(23 evaluations)

February 25, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Explore the full potential of controlled release technology by reviewing the various solutions available, when to select one upon another and how to best exploit their strength in your cosmetic formulations

CategoryFormulation

Controlled Release Technology OverviewPresented by Eric Abrutyn



Cosmetics IndustryImprove Ingredient Selection for Higher Performance

December 3, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Meet confidently requirements set by regulating organizations such as NAD (US), ASA (UK), ARPP (France) by generating the right data to support your claims. What are the criteria for « Evidence Based Cosmetics » ? How can/should claims be supported, by which methods? A review of the ins and outs, the advantages and drawbacks of bench top (in vitro) and clinical (in vivo) testing will be given with relevant examples.

CategoryRegulation

Cosmetic Claim Substantiation: Why and How ?Presented by Karl Lintner

(31 evaluations)

Deal More Easily with Regulations

September 3, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Open to new performance levels for wrinkles reduction, skin elasticity, hair loss pre-vention, cellulitis, eyelash growth… by improving how you select and use peptides. Learn about their mode of action, vital selection criteria, practical formulation gui-dance (do’s and don’ts) and how to best assess efficacy & support claims.

CategoryFormulation

Peptides in Cosmetics: Best Practices for Selection & UsePresented by Karl Lintner

(59 evaluations)

November 5, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.Craft attractive cosmetic claims for the US market with an acceptable level of risk by clarifying the boundaries between cosmetics and drugs. After a short refresher on regulation, the course will discuss real company claims and ends-up with a mini-quiz to assess your skills.

CategoryRegulation

US Cosmetic Claims: How to be attractive yet non-misleading?Presented by Norman F. Estrin

(166 evaluations)



(109 evaluations)

September 23 & October 7, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Expand your skills at searching and mapping patents and reduce risk of missing an important one that could ruin your own patentability or freedom to operate. Lau-rence Pearson will share practical advice to structure your search and to identify connections between patents for a given technology.



Cosmetics IndustryBoost your Day-to-Day Efficiency

April 30, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Gain better understanding of what is involved in testing SPF, and know precisely what tests could be done in-house and which ones should be asked to external labs. Julian Hewitt will detail the different variables of in-vitro testing (substrate type, substrate roughness, application rate, application technique…).


UVA/SPF: Improved Measurement Methodology Presented by Julian Hewitt

NEW!


Part 1 - October 29, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Part 2 - November 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments with higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). In Part 1, you will clarify when you should go for full, fractional or Taguchi designs, how to study interactions. Part 2 will show you how to implement it in practice through real life case studies.


Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course)Presented by Rogier van Duin

(201 evaluations)

November 19, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET ‘America Invents Act’, the new US Patent law, switches rights from ‘first to invent’ system to a ‘first inventor–to-file’ system. Ignorance on this new law can lead to more threats than opportunities. Laurence Pearson, US patent attorney, will help you understand the impact of this law on your existing patent strategies in order to help you protect your inventions.


New US Patent Law: Impact on Your Existing IP Strategy Presented by Laurence Pearson


March 18, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET Increase your confidence when reading US patents and interpreting claims (key attention points, what has been invented, what are the patent boundaries...) and adequately use the information to ensure your development does not infringe on another’s patent.


US Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them?Presented by Laurence Pearson

(222 evaluations)



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