Search
Understanding Polyurethanes, their Formulations and Applications, Cleveland, OH, USA
- Available Course Dates:
- Tue 12th May 2009
Wed 13th May 2009 - Course Duration:
- Modular Seminar, attend for one or two days
- Attend for any one or two days, see program structure below for advice on which days to attend.
Seminar Overview
The ‘Understanding Polyurethanes, Their Formulations and Applications’ training seminar provides a comprehensive overview of polyurethane formulations and processing technologies, applications and markets. In addition it provides a forum for interaction between material producers, systems producers and end-users.
Who will benefit from attending?
The Seminar will be useful for both newcomers to the industry and specialists wishing to enhance their understanding of other application areas of PU. Delegates will typically be involved in functional areas such as:
- Technologists in application development
- Materials technologists engaged in materials development
- Technical, production and quality managers
- Technical sales and marketing personnel wishing to gain a greater understanding of PU
- Anyone wishing to gain an update or knowledge base on the chemistry and formulations of PU Material
…..within companies involved in raw materials production, systems production or end-use application of PU
The seminar program is modular and has been arranged to allow delegates to attend for one or two days. Session 1 (held on May 12) covers general PU chemistry and will provide a sound base for Sessions 2 and 3. (May 13). Session 2 is specific to the applications areas of Foams (rigid and flexible) and Session 3 covers Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers (CASE). Sessions 2 and 3 are each of one day's duration and run as parallel sessions.
Format of Presentation
The seminar will be conducted in a lecture style.
The presentation will be in power point and delegates will receive a hardcopy and CD-ROM of the presentation to take away.
Dr. Jim O’Connor, SynUthane International Inc.
Prior to founding SynUthane, Jim has managed research and development in the polyurethane and chemical industry for nearly 30 years. His experience and research background covers all segments of the polyurethane industry from polyols to isocyanates; TPU’s to coatings as well as surfactants, polymers and other speciality chemicals. After gaining his Ph.D from Purdue University, Jim worked for Goodyear, NDM Corp, Olin Corporation, Olin Hunt (Electronics) and ARCO Chemical Company and authored over 50 US patents and publications.
Dave Russell, Akron BioMaterials Inc.
Dave is Managing Director of Akron BioMaterials Inc. and Director of Motion Preservation Engineering for Theken Spine. Dave has 40 years of experience in the polymer industry with extensive experience in synthesis, manufacturing, compounding, testing and analyzing a broad range of elastomeric polyurethanes including: castable and thermoplastic elastomers, polyurethane sponges and gels, and polyurethane and polyurea coatings.
Dave was previously Director of Polymer Services for Smithers Scientific Services Inc, Engineering Manager for Eaton Corporation's Engineered Polymer Products Division, and CEO of Akron Polymer Laboratory Inc. Dave received a BA in Natural Sciences from the University of Akron in 1972 and returned to the University of Akron from 1984-1988 for graduate studies in Polymer Science where he achieved the rank of Doctoral candidate. Dave has numerous patents and publications in the polyurethane field.
Venue: The Seminar will take place at:
The Hyatt Regency at the Arcade Hotel
420 Superior Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114-US
Tel: (216) 575-1234
Fax: (216) 575 1690
The Hyatt Regency at the Arcade Hotel downtown Cleveland is the perfect starting point for experiencing the city. Enjoy easy access to major sports venues, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, businesses and the Convention Center - all just blocks from our Hyatt hotel in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Each spacious guestroom reflects the building's stunning architecture, with vaulted ceilings and elegant decor. Wireless Internet, business services, salon treatments and fine dining add modern luxuries to this grand downtown Cleveland Ohio hotel.
For further information about the hotel visit: www.cleveland.hyatt.com
Hotel Reservations:
Please send reservation enquiries to Cal Parkinson, Seminar Organiser, email cparkinson@rapra.net. A booking form will be sent with your joining instructions on receipt of your completed registration form.
Rooms are held at a special disounted rate until April 21, after which this rate cannot be guaranteed.
|
Session One - May 12, 2009 Duration: 9.00am - 5.00pm Polyurethanes - Fundamental Chemistry and Additives, Testing and Processing Technology Presented by Jim O'Connor This day should also be attended by those people attending either Session 2 or Session 3, who want to develop a full understanding of the chemistry and production of the major urethane materials polyols and isocyanates, a detailed description of all the other typical and not so typical ingredients used in the production of a polyurethane and recommendations on when to use and why. A basic understanding of chemistry is desirable for a better appreciation of this section. Polyurethane Market Overview and Introduction to the Chemistry
This section and the session immediately after lunch will detail the major polyol and isocyanate types. Polyol Details
Isocyanate Details
This section will cover the many other components with which Polyurethanes can be formulated. Key Chemistries for Polyurethane Formation
Other key components in a polyurethane
An overview of the different equipment available to process polyurethane.
|
|
Session Two - May 13, 2009 Duration: 9.00am - 5.00pm Rigid and Flexible Foams - Presented by Jim O'Connor This session is intended as a follow-on for those attending Session One. Session Two will give an up to date overview of the flexible and rigid foam market and technology and general formulations for the different types of foams. A basic understanding of chemistry would be helpful for a better appreciation of the content of this session. Flexible Foam
Rigid Foam
|
|
Session Three May 13, 2009 Duration: 9.00am - 5.00pm Coatings; Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers (CASE) Presented by Dave Russell This session is intended as a follow-on for those attending Session One and covers the CASE urethane market overview, technologies and examples of formularies utilized for many of the different CASE applications. The CASE area tends to have many more choices for the 'more exotic' raw materials. A 'basic understanding' of chemistry is desirable to get the most from this day. Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers (CASE)
Polyurethane Market Overview and Major market segments: USA, Europe and Global Polyurethane structure/property relationships:
Types of Urethane Elastomers, Formulary for Various Applications:
Types of Urethane Elastomers, Formulary for Various Applications: (cont) Types of Polyurethane Sealants and Typical Formulary
Adhesive Types And Typical Formulary:
Urethane Binders: Types And Typical Formulary
Polyurethane Coating Types and Typical Formulary:
|
Early Registration offers: there will be 10% off the basic delegate fee, for any registrations received before: April 22, 2009.
| Fee until April 21, 2009 | Fee From April 22, 2009 | |||
| Attendance fee for single day | $540 | $600 | ||
| Attendance for 2 days | $810 | $900 |
Multiple Registration Discounts:
10% off the delegate fee for companies registering 2 or more delegates.
Fee includes lecture notes, lunches and refreshments. Accommodation is not included in the registration fee.
 |
 |
 |
||||
|
||||||
 |
 |
 |
Register Now
Registration can be carried out in any of the following ways:
- Use our Secure Online Registration
- Or contact the training department on +44(0)1939 250383 or email cparkinson@ismithers.net