Meetings Update
EMU’s Coatings Research Institute Fall Short Courses
To Cover Color Technology, Formulation, Additives
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI, is offering a number of Coatings
Research Institute Short Courses for the
fall of 2009. The Institute strives to develop relevant scientific knowledge for
the understanding and expansion of the
science and technology of paint and
coatings. The fall courses, held on the
campus in Ypsilanti unless otherwise
noted, include:
Color Technology
September 29–30
William V. Longley, Bob Santine,
Allen Brown, Jim King
This course focuses on the fundamentals of visual color match evaluation and of color measurement for industrial color control. Class attendees
work in teams in a fully equipped
laboratory on projects that demonstrate
proper use of lighting, testing of observers, proper terminology for color
differences, and determination of tolerances. The teams analyze measurement
data of the same industrial samples to
study correlation of visual to measured
results and also analyze laboratory samples for correct pigment content. (EMU
Livonia Campus)
Basics of Polyurethane Coatings
September 29–30
Dr. Vijay Mannari
Polyurethane (PU) coatings are
among the most rapidly growing and
versatile systems, both in architectural
and industrial segments. The primary
objective of this course is to familiarize
personnel involved with paint and coatings on the fundamentals of PU coatings—their chemistry, technology, and
coating formulations as pertains to PU
coating products in the marketplace.
The understanding of these fundamentals will be very useful for the synthesis
and formulation of PU coatings and appreciation of PU product differentiations, attributes, end uses, performance,
and cost. The course has a specific focus
on emerging PU technologies such as
waterborne 2K-PU systems and
polyurethane dispersions. A half-day
laboratory session provides opportunities for hands-on PU coating formulation and application.
Emulsion Polymerization and
Waterborne Coatings
October 6–8
Dr. Jamil Baghdachi
This course specifically deals with
water-based resin technology and coating formulation and properties.
Throughout the course, facts and findings as well as formulation guidelines
will be discussed. A half-day laboratory
visit is included.
Principles and Practices of
Coatings Formulations
October 13–15
Dr. Vijay Mannari
The primary purpose of this course is
to familiarize personnel involved in the
paint and coatings industry with the
fundamental principles and underlying
formulations of paints and coatings.
The knowledge of basic concepts of
coatings formulations goes a long way
in understanding and appreciating market segments, product differentiations,
product attributes and performance,
cost, application areas, and troubleshooting. As such, basic understanding
of coating raw materials and the concepts underlying formulations of coatings, formulation tools, coating calculations, defects, and troubleshooting are
presented. Effects of key formulation
parameters on product attributes and
cost are also discussed. A half-day lab
session includes hands-on coating formulations, paint preparation, application, and testing.
Additives in Coatings
October 20–22
Dr. Jamil Baghdachi
The objective of this course is to discuss the chemistry and application of a
variety of additives specifically used in
coatings to enhance their properties.
The property of each additive, method,
point of addition and the level of incorporation will be thoroughly discussed.
Throughout the course, facts and findings as well as formulation guidelines
are covered. A half-day laboratory session for gaining hands-on experience
using additives in relevant coating formulations is included.
Improving Durability and
Performance of Coatings
November 17–19
Dr. Vijay Mannari
The objective of this course is to discuss facts and findings affecting performance and permanence of coatings.
Methods of enhancing durability and
performance—as well as properties and
selection of raw materials—and processes leading to robust coatings are discussed. Possible service life prediction
and coating evaluation is also presented
during the course.
Registration
The course fees range from $950 to
$1,250 per course. The course fees cover
program materials, continental breakfast, and lunch. Lodging and other
meals are not included. A certificate of
participation is presented to each registrant. For additional course and/or registration information, contact Sandra
Tanner at 734.487.2203 or stanner@
emich.edu, or visit www.emich.edu/
public/coatings_research.
SURCON 2010 Call for Papers
Deadline is October 5
The Oil & Colour Chemists’ Association (OCCA) is currently accepting papers for SURCON 2010, which will be
held as part of SURFEX 2010 on June
7–8, 2010, at the Harrogate International Centre in Harrogate, UK. Paper proposals will be accepted through October
5, 2009. Abstracts can be sent to Kevin
O’Hara at kevinjohara555@btinternet.
com; OCCA, 1st Floor, 3 Eden Court,
Eden Way, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 4FY,
UK; fax: + 44(0)1525 372600.
NACE International to Host
Marine Coatings Summit
The International Marine Coatings
Summit will be held October 13–15,
2009, in Osaka, Japan.
Hosted by Houston, TX-based NACE
International, the two-day conference
will include technical presentations,
discussion forums, and industry
receptions. For more details, visit
www.nace.org/imcs2009.
