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January 11, 2016
By: Catherine Diamon
VersaFlex Inc.’s 2016 Polyurea University Training Schools announced for February and April 2016. Courses are taught by Dudley J. Primeaux, II, PCS, CCI – the foremost expert in the polyurea industry. The informational class work sessions include handouts containing slide presentations of PowerPoint shows dealing with every aspect of polyurea technology; from the chemistry to the practical application techniques best suited to spray and install polyurea systems. February 22nd – February 26th: Qualified Spray Applicator Classes: Polyurea Products, Fundamentals, Spray Applicator Degree: Qualified Polyurea Applicator Location: Houston Campus April 25th – April 29th: Qualified Spray Applicator Classes: Polyurea Products, Fundamentals, Spray Applicator Degree: Qualified Polyurea Applicator Location: Houston Campus Class 1: VF Products Guide (1/2 day of instruction) This class is an updated course of all the current product offerings from VersaFlex Incorporated. This class not only covers the Polyurea products, but also includes all accessory materials including topcoat, primers, surface treatment materials, cleaners, and various other products used in our industry. Information also includes typical use areas / applications. This course is designed for any user of polyurea systems, engineers / architects for specification, facility owners / coating specifier and inspectors on polyurea application areas. Class 2: Fundamentals of Polyurea (1 day of instruction) This class provides a general overview of the polyurea technology from the standpoint of history, chemistry, general safety, general processing characteristics and application use. This course is not a product specific course, and applies to various polyurea technologies. Course participants include those new to (or thinking about getting into) the polyurea industry, those with some years of experience, students, engineers / architects for specification, facility owners / coating specifier and inspectors on polyurea application areas, equipment suppliers and sales personnel. This course is also designed as a pre-requisite to Class 3: Polyurea Spray Applicator. Class 3: Polyurea Spray Applicator (2 ½ days of instruction) This is the general applicator course / class. Included in class are discussions on the general types of polyurea systems, safety measures required for use of the system, application equipment characteristics for polyurea, including proportioning units and spray guns and how to optimize. This course also provides information on various substrate characterization, general surface preparation requirements, use of primers (when required) and option of topcoat requirements. This also includes both general equipment and application troubleshooting, processing troubleshooting, and applied testing. The course is a combination of classroom work, hands on testing and required spray application work. The importance of a Job Log Profile form is also presented Course participants include those new to (or thinking about getting into) the polyurea industry, those with experience with polyurea installation work, spray applicators, project leaders, equipment suppliers, etc. A Certificate of Completion will be provided to all attendees after completion and participation in the course and passing of the 50 question exam. The classes also include printed training materials, plus a light breakfast and lunch daily. As always, a dress code of long pants and close-toed shoes applies. Class sizes are limited to 15 participants, so don’t hesitate to register. About VersaFlex Incorporated: Based in Kansas City, Kansas, VersaFlex is a manufacturer of rapid-curing polyurea elastomer sealants, polyurea repair material, and fast-setting polyurea spray materials. The company prides itself on its tradition of technical service and on-site supervision. For more information, please use the contact details provided below.
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