EMU's Coatings Research Institute announces fall Short Courses.Eastern Michigan University Eastern Michigan University, mainly at Ypsilanti, Mich.; coeducational; founded 1849 as a normal school, became Eastern Michigan College in 1956, gained university status in 1959. , Ypsilanti, MI, has announced the Coatings Research Institute Short Course schedule for the fall of 2006. The Institute strives to develop relevant scientific knowledge for the understanding and expansion of the science and technology of paint and coatings. The upcoming spring course offerings, which are held on the campus in Ypsilanti unless otherwise noted, include: Principles and Practices of Coating Formulations September 19-20 Dr. Vijay Mannari The primary objective of this class is to familiarize personnel involved with paints and coatings about fundamental principles underlying formulations. Knowledge of these concepts of coatings formulations helps to provide an understanding and appreciation of market segments, product differentiations Product Differentiation A source of competitive advantage that depends on producing some item that is regarded to have unique and valuable characteristics. , product attributes and performance, cost, application areas, and trouble-shooting. Concepts underlying formulations of industrial, automotive, and trade sales paints will be presented. Emerging technologies in powder coatings Powder coating is a type of dry coating, which is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. The main difference between a conventional liquid paint and a powder coating is that the powder coating does not require a solvent to keep the binder and filler parts in a liquid suspension , UV-cure coatings, and electrode-position will be highlighted. A one half-day lab session is included. Coatings and Paint Technology September 19-21 Dr. Jamil Baghdachi This introductory course is specifically designed to provide a fundamental understanding and working knowledge of today's coatings and paints to industry personnel including beginners, marketing, technical sales, paint users, customer support staff, field representatives, manufacturing, and others who need a broad knowledge of this dynamic and complex technology. Two laboratory sessions are included. Color Technology September 26-27 William V William V may refer to:
The focus of this course is to provide fundamentals of visual color match evaluation and of color not of the white race; - commonly meaning, esp. in the United States, of negro blood, pure or mixed. See also: 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 Refers to the method of encoding color information in video/TV signals. The color difference signal designations are B-Y and R-Y, Cb and Cr, Pb and Pr, I and Q, and U and V. See YUV and YUV/RGB conversion formulas. , 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 pigment, substance that imparts color to other materials. In paint, the pigment is a powdered substance which, when mixed in the liquid vehicle, imparts color to a painted surface. content. (EMU emu or emeu (both: ē`my  ), common name for a large, flightless bird of Australia, related to the cassowary and the ostrich. Livonia Campus)
Automotive Substrate Protection October 10, 11, and 12 (lab) The fundamentals of the chemical surface treatment of metals and cathodic cathodic pertaining to or emanating from a cathode. electrocoat priming, including products, methods, testing, and application systems, are discussed. Off-line test methods, tank control, and film build control variables will also be covered. Optional lab time will be available to provide hands-on experience in pretreatment pretreatment, n the protocols required before beginning therapy, usually of a diagnostic nature; before treatment. pretreatment estimate, n See predetermination. and electrocoat tank analysis and control, as well as ED painting. All About Additives in Coatings October 10-12 Dr. Jamil Baghdachi The chemistry and application of a variety of additives specifically used in coatings to enhance their properties is discussed. The property of each additive additive In foods, any of various chemical substances added to produce desirable effects. Additives include such substances as artificial or natural colourings and flavourings; stabilizers, emulsifiers, and thickeners; preservatives and humectants (moisture-retainers); and , method, point of addition, and the level of incorporation will be thoroughly covered. Throughout the course, facts and findings as well as formulation guidelines will be highlighted. A half-day hands-on laboratory session is included. Mixing for Uniform Batches: Improving Product Quality and Productivity October 17-18 Peter Holman The objective of this course is to improve the productivity of current mixing equipment, and to obtain consistency from batch-to-batch in order to minimize adjustments to application equipment. Key topics covered include why mixing mechanisms are so important and how to obtain maximum effectiveness for each ingredient added to a batch. How to reduce product rework re·work tr.v. re·worked, re·work·ing, re·works 1. To work over again; revise. 2. To subject to a repeated or new process. n. and how to reduce the time it takes to do rework will also be discussed. Attendees will be able to reap immediate tangible benefits by applying the mixing principles to the process environment. Fundamentals of Energy-Saving and Rapid-Cure Technologies October 25-26 Peter Lewarchik This course provides the fundamentals of multiple techniques and combinations of curing technologies that provide cure of coatings in less than one minute. Technologies and formulations including coil coating, thermal cure, electron beam A stream of electrons, or electricity, that is directed towards a receiving object. See electron beam imaging and electron beam lithography. , UV cure, near infrared, infrared, and induction cure are covered. Presentation topics include energy usage, pros and cons pros and cons Noun, pl the advantages and disadvantages of a situation [Latin pro for + con(tra) against] of the various technologies, volatile organic content considerations, and other related subjects that are of concern from an environmental and ecological standpoint. Emulsion Polymerization Emulsion polymerization is a type of radical polymerization that usually starts with an emulsion incorporating water, monomer, and surfactant. The most common type of emulsion polymerization is an oil-in-water emulsion, in which droplets of monomer (the oil) are emulsified (with and Waterborne Coatings November 14-16 Dr. Jamil Baghdachi This course discusses and presents a complete overview of current water-based resin chemistries, new findings, and synthetic methods. Formulation guidelines for major paint markets, including automotive, general industrial, and trade sales, will be presented. Two laboratory sessions for paint formulation and application are included in the three-day course. Automotive Topcoat School November 14-16, 17 (lab) Dr. Jamil Baghdachi The fundamentals of automotive paint systems including applicators, materials, application systems, troubleshooting, and process comparisons are discussed. All aspects of product formulation and manufacturing handling and use are explained. Laboratory time is available to provide hands-on experience in making and applying paint. Automotive Robotic Painting Process November 28 and 29-30 (lab) The fundamentals of robotic painting including applicators, methods, robot motion, and robot comparisons are discussed. Off-line simulation, path generation, and film build prediction are covered. Laboratory time is available to provide hands-on experience in robotic painting. Automotive Powder Coatings December 5-6, and 7 (lab) The fundamentals of powder coating, including applicators, materials, application systems, troubleshooting, and process comparisons are discussed. All aspects of product handling and use are covered. Optional laboratory time is available to provide hands-on experience in powder painting. Registration The course fees range from $725-$2,190 per course, with an additional fee for optional laboratory sessions. 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 An individual or organization that signs up (registers) for a training class or service. See domain name registrar. . For additional course and/or registration information, contact Sandra Tanner The code name for the Xeon version of the Pentium III chip. See Xeon. at 734.487.2203 or stanner@emich.edu, or visit www.emich.edu/public/coatings_research. |
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