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The Practical Wood Coatings Formulation and Application course is a 3-day intensive course combining both lecture and laboratory instruction and demonstration. The course introduces students to historical aspects of wood coatings and then, systematically, brings them to the current state of the art. The course discusses solvent-based, water-based, and UV technology in a comparative, and enlightening manner. The course is a comprehensive technical, marketing, and idea generation, resource. Students will leave the course with a heightened sense of confidence regarding their knowledge of wood coatings. Formulators, chemists, applicators, users of wood coatings, and sales, marketing, and technical service personnel of raw material suppliers will find the course quite beneficial.

Syllabus
Section I - Wood Coatings, an overview of market characteristics, and needs 

• Learn the market and technical characteristics of the 8 wood coatings market segments;
• Learn what new technologies are most viable and poised for impact and growth in the various markets - Learn the primary performance requirements and characteristics of the various markets;
• Learn potential required areas for research of various markets

Section II - Technology of Wood Finishing I – Wood/Substrate Properties

• Learn the properties of wood that vary based on species, plane of cut, growth environment;
• Learn about the wood substrate, its properties, characteristics, and anatomical and chemical composition;
• Discover how these parameters impact coating and finish formulation, design, and performance;
• Compare the properties, structure, and appearance of various wood

Section III - Technology of Wood Finishing II – The composition of a wood finish

• Learn what goes into the make-up and composition of a coating and how coating components function within a coating;
• Learn about the various operations of the finishing process and discover how and why coatings are formulated to address those operations and processes;
• Gain valuable insight regarding critical parameters relative to topcoat appearance and performance;
• Discover the meaning of “Total System Interdependence”

Section IV - Technology of Wood Finishing III – Pigmentation in coatings

• Learn basic definitions regarding pigmentation;
• Learn about the use of Decorative pigments, minerals, and fillers utilized in coating formulations;
• Discover the properties and characteristics of decorative pigments, minerals, and fillers that are important to their successful utilization in coatings

Section V - Technology of Wood Finishing IV – Specialty Finishes

• Learn what parameters and properties are necessary for the development of specialty finishes such as deck and fence stains, finishes, and coatings; stain blocking coatings, and DIY and OEM hardwood floor finishes;
• Study the impact of weathering on the durability of wood and finish

Section VI - Technological Background of Solvent-based and Water based Wood Coatings

• Learn properties and characteristics of solvents, polymers, resins, and binders, and how these properties impact coating appearance and performance;
• Learn about the characteristics of resins such as alkyds, vinyl, nitrocellulose, hard resins, acrylics, etc.;
• Strategically compare characteristics and properties of solvent based and water based coating technologies;
• Learn about polymer-coalescent-water interactions and how considering these can lead to more successful formulations and strategies;
• Learn about various polymer particle morphologies and how these impact formulation and properties

Section VII - Application and Application Properties of Solvent-based and Water-based Coatings

• Discover the importance of coating rheology/viscosity and how to control these properties to beneficially impact paint/coating in-can stability, application, and final film appearance and performance;
• Learn how to improve coating appearance by control of key physio-chemical and surface energy parameters that control flow, leveling, and defoaming characteristics;
• Learn the key characteristics and parameters affecting application and appearance of water based, solvent based, and UV cured coatings;
• Learn about various application methodologies for wood coatings and their key characteristics

Section VIII - Reactive Polymers and Crosslinkers

• Learn how to calculate reaction stoichiometry for various functional groups;
• Review various functional groups that may be utilized for crosslinking reactions in water based and solvent based coatings;
• Learn chemistry, properties, and characteristics of the various amino resins;
• Discover parameters that impact pot life, cure, crosslinking, appearance, and performance;
• Learn how to calculate reaction stoichiometry for polyurethane coatings;
• Learn chemistry, properties, and characteristics of reactive coatings such as polyurethanes, and UV cured coatings;
• Discover parameters that impact viscosity, pot life, cure, crosslinking, appearance, and performance of polyurethane coatings;
• Learn about radiation cure technology;
• Learn the relationships between photoinitiator absorbance, UV lamp spectral properties, and coating spectral properties and subsequent coating cure

Section IX - Paint Calculations

• Learn definitions of coating formulation constants and parameters, and learn how to calculate them;
• Learn how to completely characterize a coating formulation by calculation of formulation constants such as PVC, Volume Solids, VOC, and Spreading Rate from first principles;
• Learn how to calculate a coatings formula from first principles

Instructor – Ronald Obie

Obie is the founder and owner of the Wood Coatings Research Group, an Independent R&D and Think Tank organization. Ronald has over 30 years of research, development, consulting, training, and problem-solving experience in the wood coatings and coatings industry. Obie has developed highly successful new coating technology platforms and technologies for the marketplace. He is extremely knowledgeable of the science, technology, and market characteristics of the wood coating industry. He has been a multiple short course Technology Conference instructor for FSCT/ACA in the area of wood coatings, teaching such courses as “Formulating for Factory Applied Wood Finishes” and “Crosslinking of Aqueous Wood Coatings.” Further, Obie has taught as an adjunct instructor in the area of polymer chemistry. He has also spoken at international and local societies, symposia and conferences in the area of coatings science and technology, and nanotechnology.

Aesthetic, sustainable, functional, process-proof. The demands placed on paint and coatings are growing all the time. Decision-makers and thought leaders in the coatings industry face great challenges. The European Coatings Show gives them the opportunity to meet the innovation leaders and discuss the latest developments in pigments, additives, adhesive and raw materials, intermediates for construction chemicals as well as laboratory and production equipment, testing and measuring equipment, application and environmental protection and safety work.

A new conference – BIG IDEAS for UV+EB Technology, which will replace the regional uv.eb WEST event –  is slated for March 19-20, 2019 in Redondo Beach, CA, RadTech announced.

The conference will focus on the “Big Ideas” for UV+EB rapidly emerging on a global scale. This two-day conference and table-top exhibition will feature leading-edge conference sessions focused on “Big Ideas” like moving from 3D Printing to additive manufacturing with UV technology, developing data-driven materials, the increased use and development of UVC LED, new applications for UV+EB, and more.

BIG IDEAS will offer the industry a forum to discuss the future of UV+EB technology while learning more about the applications and science that will enable developments two years, five years, and ten years down the road.

The 2019 POWDER COATING Technical Conference & Tabletop Exhibition will be held April 1-4, 2019 at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. 
 
“We are very excited about the location selected for PCI’s Powder Coating 2019, the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld,” states PCI’s Executive Director, Trena Benson.  “Following the very positive comments about Powder Coating 2018 and the increased attendance, we are enthusiastic about getting to work on PCI’s next technical conference. Continuing to deliver outstanding education to the powder coating industry is a top priority for us.  We hope everyone will mark their calendars now and plan to join us next year for another great conference at a terrific location.”
 
The four-day event will kick off with PCI’s popular Powder Coating 101: Basic Essentials Workshop to be held April 1 and 2.  The workshop includes a comprehensive agenda that covers all the basics of powder coating operations. It is conducted by PCI member company experts in a non-commercial setting.  Workshop attendees will enjoy a discount when registering for the technical conference and exhibition as well. 

The PCI Technical Conference and Tabletop Exhibition will immediately follow the Powder Coating 101 Workshop on Wednesday, April 3 through Thursday, April 4.  Complete with general sessions and concurrent technical programming, attendees will have access to a variety of powder coating information as well as personal interaction with suppliers. There will also be social activities and ample networking time with tabletop exhibitors and speakers.
 
The tabletop display area will feature powder coating manufacturers, powder coating application equipment companies, system houses, chemical suppliers and various services that support the powder coating industry.  Tabletops and sponsorship opportunities will be available beginning in July after last year’s sponsors and exhibitors have the opportunity to select first.
 

Through a series of special lectures from notable industry experts, focused technical sessions aimed at fully exploring key topics, and critical advanced training sessions, the 2019 ACA CoatingsTech Conference offers an unprecedented opportunity for all levels of coatings professionals to participate and learn from each other.

Technical Presentations
Presentations will span various subjects (additives, pigments, latex, fillers, resins, green solvents regulatory) directly related to the coatings industry.
 
If you are interested in presenting, please contact SSCT at SSCTORG@gmail.com.
 
Short Courses    
For those interested in learning more about the fundamentals of coatings, join us as we catapult towards the horizons of learning in our Coatings Educational Series. These courses will run parallel with the Technical Presentations. This is a great option for those new to the industry, support staff who would like to understand more about the industry, as well as those who would like a refresher on the nuances of coatings formulation.
 
Tabletop Exhibitor Event
Companies can showcase their latest and greatest endeavors.
 
Discounted Hotel Rates
Limited block of rooms, book now!
 
Outings
Choice of golfing, fishing, and a spouse outing!
 
 

Coatings professionals of all experience levels are invited to come out to this two-day course. With two exciting tracks, there's something for everyone, whether they're looking to enrich their knowledge or revisit the basics. The Windy City Coatings Course is unique in that it allows attendees to customize their course schedules based on individual educational needs. Additionally, it grants the opportunity to network and share best practices among both veterans and entry-level coating professionals.

The Practical Wood Coatings Formulation and Application course is a 3-day intensive course combining both lecture and laboratory instruction and demonstration. The course introduces students to historical aspects of wood coatings and then, systematically, brings them to the current state of the art. The course discusses solvent-based, water-based, and UV technology in a comparative, and enlightening manner. The course is a comprehensive technical, marketing, and idea generation, resource. Students will leave the course with a heightened sense of confidence regarding their knowledge of wood coatings. Formulators, chemists, applicators, users of wood coatings, and sales, marketing, and technical service personnel of raw material suppliers will find the course quite beneficial.

Syllabus
Section I - Wood Coatings, an overview of market characteristics, and needs 

• Learn the market and technical characteristics of the 8 wood coatings market segments;
• Learn what new technologies are most viable and poised for impact and growth in the various markets - Learn the primary performance requirements and characteristics of the various markets;
• Learn potential required areas for research of various markets

Section II - Technology of Wood Finishing I – Wood/Substrate Properties

• Learn the properties of wood that vary based on species, plane of cut, growth environment;
• Learn about the wood substrate, its properties, characteristics, and anatomical and chemical composition;
• Discover how these parameters impact coating and finish formulation, design, and performance;
• Compare the properties, structure, and appearance of various wood

Section III - Technology of Wood Finishing II – The composition of a wood finish

• Learn what goes into the make-up and composition of a coating and how coating components function within a coating;
• Learn about the various operations of the finishing process and discover how and why coatings are formulated to address those operations and processes;
• Gain valuable insight regarding critical parameters relative to topcoat appearance and performance;
• Discover the meaning of “Total System Interdependence”

Section IV - Technology of Wood Finishing III – Pigmentation in coatings

• Learn basic definitions regarding pigmentation;
• Learn about the use of Decorative pigments, minerals, and fillers utilized in coating formulations;
• Discover the properties and characteristics of decorative pigments, minerals, and fillers that are important to their successful utilization in coatings

Section V - Technology of Wood Finishing IV – Specialty Finishes

• Learn what parameters and properties are necessary for the development of specialty finishes such as deck and fence stains, finishes, and coatings; stain blocking coatings, and DIY and OEM hardwood floor finishes;
• Study the impact of weathering on the durability of wood and finish

Section VI - Technological Background of Solvent-based and Water based Wood Coatings

• Learn properties and characteristics of solvents, polymers, resins, and binders, and how these properties impact coating appearance and performance;
• Learn about the characteristics of resins such as alkyds, vinyl, nitrocellulose, hard resins, acrylics, etc.;
• Strategically compare characteristics and properties of solvent based and water based coating technologies;
• Learn about polymer-coalescent-water interactions and how considering these can lead to more successful formulations and strategies;
• Learn about various polymer particle morphologies and how these impact formulation and properties

Section VII - Application and Application Properties of Solvent-based and Water-based Coatings

• Discover the importance of coating rheology/viscosity and how to control these properties to beneficially impact paint/coating in-can stability, application, and final film appearance and performance;
• Learn how to improve coating appearance by control of key physio-chemical and surface energy parameters that control flow, leveling, and defoaming characteristics;
• Learn the key characteristics and parameters affecting application and appearance of water based, solvent based, and UV cured coatings;
• Learn about various application methodologies for wood coatings and their key characteristics

Section VIII - Reactive Polymers and Crosslinkers

• Learn how to calculate reaction stoichiometry for various functional groups;
• Review various functional groups that may be utilized for crosslinking reactions in water based and solvent based coatings;
• Learn chemistry, properties, and characteristics of the various amino resins;
• Discover parameters that impact pot life, cure, crosslinking, appearance, and performance;
• Learn how to calculate reaction stoichiometry for polyurethane coatings;
• Learn chemistry, properties, and characteristics of reactive coatings such as polyurethanes, and UV cured coatings;
• Discover parameters that impact viscosity, pot life, cure, crosslinking, appearance, and performance of polyurethane coatings;
• Learn about radiation cure technology;
• Learn the relationships between photoinitiator absorbance, UV lamp spectral properties, and coating spectral properties and subsequent coating cure

Section IX - Paint Calculations

• Learn definitions of coating formulation constants and parameters, and learn how to calculate them;
• Learn how to completely characterize a coating formulation by calculation of formulation constants such as PVC, Volume Solids, VOC, and Spreading Rate from first principles;
• Learn how to calculate a coatings formula from first principles

Instructor – Ronald Obie

Obie is the founder and owner of the Wood Coatings Research Group, an Independent R&D and Think Tank organization. Ronald has over 30 years of research, development, consulting, training, and problem-solving experience in the wood coatings and coatings industry. Obie has developed highly successful new coating technology platforms and technologies for the marketplace. He is extremely knowledgeable of the science, technology, and market characteristics of the wood coating industry. He has been a multiple short course Technology Conference instructor for FSCT/ACA in the area of wood coatings, teaching such courses as “Formulating for Factory Applied Wood Finishes” and “Crosslinking of Aqueous Wood Coatings.” Further, Obie has taught as an adjunct instructor in the area of polymer chemistry. He has also spoken at international and local societies, symposia and conferences in the area of coatings science and technology, and nanotechnology.