2013 e training program

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Welcome to SpecialChem e-Training Courses
2013 Brochure
Summer is almost there… time to look at the skills you need to reach this year
objectives! As you’ll see, there’s something for everyone:
If you have your hands on product development,
You’ll surely love our Formulation courses and their very practical approach. You will structure
your knowledge in a quick & efficient way, discover logic path to solve your issues & go faster
by benefiting from industry experts’ know-how.
If you are more interested in what’s going on in the industry,
Innovation courses will greatly support your efforts to keep up with the latest technical
trends. Experts discuss a selection of the most promising innovations in a specific area.
Looking to train your whole team?
e-Training Credits and Unlimited Access will make your life easy while making savings on
your training budget. We can also organize private training sessions to fit into your sche-
dule and your need for in-depth interaction with an expert
Please remember that we’re here to help. To talk to us about your training requirements,
call us on +33 1 72 76 39 13 or contact us by email: e-training@specialchem.com
Catherine Bouhier
Online Courses Director
SpecialChem
Of course, we can’t fit everything we have to say
into this short guide, so do visit the website
for full details, updates and to book.
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Why train with SpecialChem?
1. We are training more than 2000 professionals every year and 97% of them were satisfied with our
e-Training Courses in 2012.
2. It is the only place to benefit from trainings with an
industry-applied touch: dispersion in coating and inks,
compatibility of plastic blends, rheology for adhesives and sealants…
3. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with technical experts
who are all passionate about sharing their technical know-how
and strong industry knowledge.
4. You can go beyond traditional skills development and discuss your own
cases with industry experts even after the training session is over.
5. Attending an e-Training Course is simple:
«It is very good to
hear from a lecturer with
extensive real-world
experience rather than
(or in addition to) just
academic knowledge.»
Antonio P.
Sr. Materials Engineer
at Quantum Leap Packaging

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5 to 10 training
sessions and
great savings!
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vate session option?
On top of the training presentation, this exclusive tailor-made online solution will offer you
and your team the opportunity to interact longer and more freely with the expert on your current pro-
jects and issues. It will seriously ease the application of your fresh learning into everyday practices.
“I chose the unlimited
access because of the money
reduction and I am very satisfied!
It encourages me and
my colleagues to attend
a large number of useful
events I wouldn’t
have attended
otherwise.”
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Project Engineer
at Nypro Inc.
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Train with the best
To offer you best quality trainings, we are working with independent experts
from all over the world who are all passionate about sharing their know-how in
addition to their strong technical knowledge. This is part of our commitment to
deliver industry-focused, practical and unbiased e-Training Courses.
Experts benefit from SpecialChem unique
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When joining SpecialChem network, experts benefit from our
expertise in creating and delivering outstanding online short
courses:
> They have access to our unique knowledge of the industry
> We accompany them to ensure your needs and expectations
are met
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40 experts from US, UK,
the Netherlands, Germany…
will train you in 2013
We select seasoned
professionals with
> 15 years or more
hands-on experience
> Proven track-record in the industry
> Real ability to pass on
their expertise in
a simple way.
Speakers
rated good or higher
by 97%
of 2012 attendees
“The opportunity
to get your questions
answered was very good.
The instructor has a good
and broad technical
knowledge on the topic.”
Sander N.
Business Development
Manager
at Underwriters
Laboratories

Plastics & Elastomers Industry
Plastics industry is constantly under change. With stringent regulations & envi-
ronmental concerns, pressure is increasing to find a new array of solutions with
the performance matching that of traditional materials.
We at SpecialChem understand the changing environment and the challenges
it brings to professionals throughout the value chain. We are constantly making
efforts to revitalize our training program to help them with industry-specific support
to improve their skills, develop the right products faster & beat competition.
Our plastics training program is designed to provide you with an opportunity to hear the latest trends & deve-
lopments in the plastics industry, talk about formulation issues with experts, explore alternatives
and share best practices.
Sonia Vij
Program Manager Plastics at SpecialChem
sonia.vij@specialchem.com
http://in.linkedin.com/in/soniavij
Course Page N° Date
Track latest advances & trends to identify new opportunities
Latest E&E Plastics for LED, Energy Storage, Miniaturized Devices UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 23 May
Photovoltaics: Mapping Applications for Plastics NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 12 June
Advances in High Heat Polymer Resins & Applications NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 27 June
Photovoltaic Polymers: Innovations & Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 19 September
Bioplastic Tour: Latest Developments & Trends for Greener Plastics (8th Edition) UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 21 November
Electrically Conductive Polymers: Latest Development Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 12 December
Latest Weight Saving Solutions for Automotive Applications UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2014
Wind Energy: Latest Engineering Plastics & Advanced Composites Innovations UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2014
Food Packaging: Latest Barrier Solutions UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 2014
Latest Fuel Barrier Solutions & Opportunities for Higher Performance UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 2014
*** Topics and dates can evolve along the year – please visit our website for accurate information ***
Develop & improve performance/cost ratio with stronger formulation skills
PVC Plasticizer Selection Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 10 october
Composites: Interface Properties Optimization NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 23 October
Optimize Coextrusion to Improve Barrier properties in Thin Films . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2014
PVC Stabilizer Alternatives: Optimal Selection & Formulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2014

Learn from best practices for higher day-to-day efficiency
Searching & Mapping US Patents - Part 1: Patentability - Part 2: Freedom to Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 24 Sept & 8 Oct
Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6 & 20 Nov
US Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 2014
*** Topics and dates may evolve along the year – please visit our website for accurate information ***
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Get up-to-date on Regulation front
E.U. Food Contact Regulations: Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues . . . . . 15 13 june
US Food Contact Regulations: Impact on Plastics Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 29 October
Food Contact : Compliance With non-Harmonized EU Legislations Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 2014
Optimize testing procedures and improve results interpretation
FR Behavior Characterization in Practice NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 18 June
DMA Interpretation made Easy for Plastics & Rubber Developments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 11 July
Fire Resitstance Testing: Cone Calorimeter Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 10 September
FTIR Made Easy for Better Identification of Plastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3 October
Environmental Stress Cracking Prediction & Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5 December
Contact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2014
Plastic Failure Analysis for Efficient Problem Solving (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2014
DMA for Thermosets Curing Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2014
Halogen-free Flame Retardants: Optimal Selection for better Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2014

NEW!
June 27, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Save time with a synthetic & neutral overview of the latest developments in high heat
polymer resins and find-out new ideas for your future developments. You will come
away with a fresh view on their performance & application potential. More info...
Category
Innovation
Advances in High Heat Polymer Resins & Applications
Presented by Don Rosato
This new course has not been evaluated yet
(29 evaluations)
May 23, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Structure your strategy and explore new routes to address the emerging demand in
electronic devices (miniaturization, lower energy consumption…) by benefiting from an
expert review of the most impacting plastics material and technology innovations in
this field. More info...
Category
Innovation
Latest E&E Plastics for LED, Energy Storage, Miniaturized Devices
UPDATE!
(126 evaluations)
September 19, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Identify how you could adapt your know-how in electronic and plastic materials to
seize opportunities in the fast-growing solar energy market with expert insight on
latest conductive and plastic material innovations. More info...
Category
Innovation
Photovoltaic Polymers: Innovations & Opportunities
UPDATE!
NEW!
Think out of your traditional range of applications to uncover potential use of plastics
in photovoltaic applications by understanding the key requirements of PV industry and
the fit with polymer materials. More info...
Category
Innovation
Photovoltaics: Mapping Applications for Plastics
Presented by Michael Mendolia

(106 evaluations)
December 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Save time with a synthetic & neutral overview of the latest developments in conduc-
tive plastics & ICPs (ESD / EMI protection, RFID tags...) and find-out new ideas for your
future developments.
Keep the pace with the latest electrically conductive materials and their impact on
emerging applications. More Info...
Category
Innovation
Electrically Conductive Polymers: Latest Development Opportunities
UPDATE!
“This course gave
us a very good
overview of techno-
logies aimed at light
weighting, much
broader than we
would normally be
exposed to”
Normand M.
Business Development
Manager at Milliken
2014
Get a clear overview of the weight-saving innovations of the
last 12 months presenting the highest interest for the auto-
motive industry. Material and process technologies will be
discussed for their lightweighting potential but also for the
opportunity to achieve higher performance, reduce cost
and simplify overall design. More info...
Category
Innovation
Latest Lightweight Solutions for Automotive Applications
(48 evaluations)
UPDATE!
NEW!
2014
Get an up-to-date mapping of opportunities for engineering plastics (PA, POM, PPS...)
and advanced composites (carbon fiber, E/S glass…) for wind energy application. Ma-
terial requirements, technology adoption and unmet needs will be discussed to help
you accelerate your decision-making process on future R&D projects. More info...
Category
Innovation
Wind Energy:
Latest Engineering Plastics & Advanced Composites Innovations
November 21, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Get fresh ideas to go even greener with your plastic developments thanks to an update
on the latest material, manufacturing and application developments. Don’t miss this
opportunity to hear about novel solutions selected by our independent expert Don
Rosato for their high potential to improve performance, lower environmental impact
and expand into new applications. More Info...
Category
Innovation
Bioplastic Tour:
Latest Developments & Trends for Greener Plastics (8th Edition)
(179 evaluations)
UPDATE!

2014
Clarify opportunities that are emerging for plastic materials in food packaging by
reviewing the latest innovations in barrier technology (compostable films, scavengers,
multi-layers...).
Independent expert Dr. Donald Rosato will present his selection of new materials and
technologies (green, cheap, more easily processed...) in barrier packaging to ease
your strategic decisions on future developments. More info...
Category
Innovation
Food Packaging: Latest Barrier Solutions
(147 evaluations)
UPDATE!
2014
Get fresh ideas for your own projects with a clear update on the complex regulatory
demands, and clarify how fuels & biofuels affect the traditional solutions, in order to
identify opportunities in new structures for the next generation of vehicles.
More info...
Category
Innovation
Latest Fuel Barrier Solutions & Opportunities for Higher Performance
Presented by Pierre Delbarre
(63 evaluations)
UPDATE!

Develop & improve performance/cost ratio with stronger formulation skills
NEW!
2014
Achieve thin multilayers with high barrier properties without compromising on other
important mechanical properties such as strength, stiffness... Adjustments in mate-
rials, equipment & process design will be discussed with the help of real life case
studies for efficient problem solving. More info...
Category
Technology
Optimize Coextrusion to Improve Barrier properties in Thin Films
Presented by Dr. Eldridge M. Mount III
2014
Adapt faster to market & regulatory demands (heavy metal free stabilizers, recycling,
bio-sourced...) by selecting the appropriate stabilizer solutions. In the light of the
current regulation framework, key performances and best system match of traditional
and novel solutions will be reviewed. More info...
Category
Formulation
PVC Stabilizer Alternatives: Optimal Selection & Formulation
Presented by Richard Grossman
Too few ratings to evaluate this course
NEW!
October 23, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Review state-of-the-art approaches to determine the features of interfaces in compo-
sites (interfacial bonding, strength…) and ways to optimize them for high-temperature
applications. More Info...
Category
Formulation
Composites: Interface Properties Optimization
Presented by Mark deMeuse
Boost your ability to select plasticizer (phthalate free, benzoates, EVA, TPU...) to fit with
your application constraints, cost requirements, demand for phthalate-free PVC, fai-
lure prevention (embrittlement, staining, stress cracking) and much more to optimize
performance of your PVC compounds. More Info...
Category
Formulation
PVC Plasticizer Selection Strategies
Presented by Richard Kozlowsky
(91 evaluations)
UPDATE!

Optimize your formulations for lower flammability by increasing your ability to interpret
results properly:
- Assess flammability improvements so you can optimize formulations
- Learn how to properly interpret heat release curves
- Comprehensively understand data available from cone calorimetry (TTI, HRR, pHRR,
ttpHRR, THR, EHC, FIGRA, SMOGRA etc) More info...
Category
Formulation
Fire Resistance Testing: Cone Calorimeter Made Easy
Presented by T. Richard Hull
(106 evaluations)
Guide efficiently your developments by effectively running Fourier Transform Infra-
red Spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis & extracting valuable information for identification,
contamination & degradation of plastics. More info...
Category
Formulation
FTIR Made Easy for Better Identification of Plastics
Presented by Jeffrey Jansen
(51 evaluations)
December 5, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Improve your plastic parts ESC resistance by predicting failure occurrence, analyzing its
origin and implementing adequate prevention measures... More info...
Category
Formulation
Environmental Stress Cracking Prediction & Prevention
(28 evaluations)
July 11, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Gain confidence in interpreting DMA fingerprints and wisely use the results to evaluate
performance (rigidity, ductility, compatibility..) of your polymer formulations & ease
your daily developments. More info...
Category
Formulation
DMA Interpretation made Easy for Plastics Developments
Too few ratings to evaluate this course
Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flame retardant
behavior in practice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practical
considerations for implementation will be discussed. More info...
Category
Formulation
FR Behavior Characterization in Practice

Part 1 & 2 - 2014
Implement more effective plastic failure prevention / troubleshooting strategies
encompassing material selection, design & processed-in stress and service environ-
ment.
Part 1 will help you to strengthen your understanding of the different types of failures
in your plastic parts and Part 2 will show how to apply this knowledge to real cases so
that you are well equipped for your own projects! More info...
Category
Formulation
Plastic Failure Analysis for Efficient Problem Solving (2-part course)
(30 evaluations)
2014
Understand better the cure behavior of your thermosets over a wide range of tempera-
ture by using Torsion Braid Analysis and use the results to define processing features
of your systems of interest. More info...
Category
Formulation
DMA For thermosets Curing optimization
2014
Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flame retardant
behavior in practice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practical
.
Category
Formulation
Halogen-free Flame Retardants:
Optimal Selection for better Performance
2014
Learn how to properly run contact angle measurements & extract decisive informa-
tion on roughness, uniformity of treatment, release agents residues, weak boundary
layers, wettability, printability, over treatment… This will save you from running additio-
nal & more expensive tests! More info...
Category
Formulation
Contact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test
Presented by Ian Sutherland

Learn from Best Practices for higher day-to-day efficiency
2014
Increase your confidence when reading US patents
and interpreting claims (key attention points, what
has been invented, what are the patent boundaries...)
and adequately use the information to ensure your
development does not infringe on another’s patent.
More info...
Category
R&D Methodology
US Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them?
Presented by Laurence Pearson “Great training!
New information
to many of us - even
those with experience
with reading patents”
Thomas O.
R&D Leader
at Dow Chemical
(162 evaluations)
Part 1 - November 6, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments
with higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). In Part 1,
you will clarify when you should go for full, fractional or Taguchi designs, how to study
interactions. Part 2 will show how to implement in practice with this help of 2 real
cases. More info...
Category
R&D Methodology
Design of Experiment:
Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course)
Presented by Rogier van Duin
(200 evaluations)
(100 evaluations)
Part 1 - September 24, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Part 2 - October 8, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Expand your skills at searching and mapping patents and reduce risk of missing an
important one that could ruin your own patentability or freedom to operate. Laurence
Pearson will share practical advice to structure your search and to identify connec-
tions between patents for a given technology. More info...
Searching & Mapping US Patents
Part 1: for Patentability / Part 2: for Freedom To Practice
Presented by Laurence Pearson
Category
R&D Methodology

Get Up-to-date on Regulation front
Structure your knowledge on FDA regulation regarding food contact materials & get
guidance to upgrade your regular R&D practices for faster compliance: substances
selection, contact conditions, cost requirements… More info...
Category
Regulation Focus
U.S. Food Contact Regulations: Impact on Plastics Development
Presented by Andreas Tschech
Category
Regulation
E.U. Food Contact Regulations: Migration Testing,
Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues
Presented by Rachida Semail & Rob Veraart
“Good explanation
of EU legislation:
linked the issues of
changes to regula-
tory compliance,
declarations of com-
pliance, responsibi-
lities and liabilities.”
Ian M.
at W.R. Grace
(166 evaluations)
Reduce time spent filing for EU Food Contact approval:
> Select and perform as few migration tests as possible
> Prepare and review efficiently Declaration of Compliance
> Clarify responsibility & liability issues among the value chain
More info...
(28 evaluations)
2014
Demonstrate efficiently food contact compliance of your coatings & adhesives in a
non-harmonized food contact area with an update on latest national requirements
(NL, Belgium, Spain…) & practical guidance for an optimal compliance strategy.…
More info...
Category
Regulation Focus
Food Contact :
Compliance With non-Harmonized EU Legislations Made Easy

Adhesives & Sealants Industry
For 2013, we have selected online short courses that will help you meet your
targets faster & adapt smartly to market requirements by implementing
selective formulation strategies, as well as getting more from your tests. Our
popular courses on patents and experimental designs are also back to sup-
port your day-to-day practice.
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Meet Faster Performance Targets & Customer Needs
Green Packaging: Mapping Solutions Meeting new Requirements NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 12 June
PSA Tapes & Labels NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 11 September
Toughening Methods for Improved Structural Epoxy Adhesives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 18 September
Medical Device: Mapping Requirements & Adhesives Technologies NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 16 October
Hot Melts Optimization for Quality at Lower Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2014
Rheology & Viscosity Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2014
Phthlate Plasticizer Replacement Made Easy! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2014
WB Adhesives: Predictive Methods for Faster Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2014
Structural Epoxy Adhesives Formulation Optimization (2 part-course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2014
12 months
Course!
Get More out of your Tests
Strength & Fracture: Complimentary Tests for Successful Adhesives (2-part course) NEW! . . . . . . . . . 20 5 Sept. & 9 Oct.
Optimizing Adhesion to Metal (inks, lacquers, structural adhesives...) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 2 October
DMA in Practice: Predict & Optimize Faster Adhesive Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 30 October
DMA in Practice: PSA formulations Optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 27 November
Contact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 2014
Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 2014
Adhesive Toughness: Efficient Testing throughout the Development Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 2014
DMA Graphs made Easy for Adhesive & Sealant Developments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 2014
Catherine Bouhier
Program Manager Adhesives at SpecialChem
catherine.bouhier@specialchem.com
http://fr.linkedin.com/in/catherinebouhier/

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Keep up with Latest Trends
Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) in Adhesives: Their True Potential Assessed NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 3 July
Sealants: Today’s Performance Challenges & Solutions Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 10 July
Debonding On Demand Structural Adhesives: Strategies & Future Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . 22 5 November
New Energy Market (Solar, Wind…): Opportunities for Adhesives & Sealants NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 12 November
12 months
Course!
Boost your Day-to-Day Efficiency
Deal More Easily with Regulations
EU Food Contact: Optimizing Migration Testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues . . . . . . . 24 13 June

Understand changes that are occurring in the packaging industry relative to greening
and sustainability and how these are affecting adhesives and sealants. New subs-
trate materials and packaging designs will be discussed as well as newly developed
adhesives and sealants and their unique value propositions. More info...
Category
Formulation
Green Packaging: Mapping Solutions Meeting new Requirements
Presented by Edward Petrie
NEW!
Recognize the various design and converting processes that are employed in pro-
ducing tapes and labels and how these effect PSA requirements. Successful PSA
formulations will be described for specific applications and new materials / processes
introduced to lower cost and improved performance. More info...
Category
Formulation
PSA: Formulating for Tapes & Labels Applications
NEW!
Explore the various toughening strategies that are successful today (including novel
concepts using synergistic blends and specific resins) driven by 40-year experience
working with epoxy-based structural adhesives. More info...
Category
Formulation
Toughening Methods for Improved Structural Epoxy Adhesives
Presented by John Bishopp
(90 evaluations)
Appreciate the unique specifications required for adhesives used to assemble medi-
cal devices and understand how the formulator meets these. Reduce time and cost
in development by being aware of the various adhesive systems that are now com-
monly utilized and being developed. More info...
Category
Formulation
Medical Device: Mapping Requirements & Adhesives Technologies
NEW!

2014
Use rheology as a real formulation support in future developments by linking theory
(complex modulus, yield stress, shear rate...) to real life flow behavior so that rheolo-
gical data become tangible and helpful to fine-tune your products according to your
specifications. More info...
Category
Formulation
Rheology & Viscosity made Easy
Presented by Neil Cunningham
(278 evaluations)
2014
Detect opportunities to reduce cost of your hot melt adhesives while preserving
wetting, adhesion, shear, peel, tack… Successful strategies involving base polymers
blends, tackifier alternatives, and latest processing techniques will be discussed.
More info...
Category
Formulation
Hot Melts Optimization for Quality at Lower Costs
(46 evaluations)
2014
Adopt a structured approach to screen phthalate alternatives among the wide plastici-
zer offering (benzoates, adipates, citrates…) and find faster the one that is compatible
with your system, maintain performance and involve as little reformulation work as
possible. More info...
Category
Formulation
Phthalate Plasticizers Replacement Made Easy
2014
Adjust adhesion, heat seal, wet tack, setting speed… by predicting how much you
should change in your water-based adhesive formulation BEFORE trying. You will gain
in productivity by making educated decision out of particle distribution, Tg & molecu-
lar weight information. More info...
Category
Formulation
WB Adhesives:
Predictive Methods for Efficient Formulation Development
Presented by David Horwart
Part 1 & Part 2 - 2014
Get advanced knowledge on how to combine raw materials used in the formulation of
epoxy-based structural adhesives and optimize durability, toughness and thermal-oxi-
dative resistance. Our speaker John Bishopp has a long and proven track record expe-
rience in formulation and he will now pass his hands-on knowledge on to you.
More info...
Category
Formulation
Structural Epoxy Adhesives Formulation Optimization
(170 evaluations)

Accelerate your PSA developments and reach faster the performance required by your
customers with an improved use of DMA results. It will help you to better select your
tackifiers, plasticizers and other additives as well as to adjust their loadings.
More info...
Category
Formulation
DMA in Practice: PSA formulations Optimization
Presented by Derek Bamborough
(31 evaluations)
Timely optimize your formulations and better predict your adhesive performances by
attending this advanced course on Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), presented by
our industry expert Derek Bamborough (more than 20-year experience in this field).
Applications For Adhesives in New Energy. More info...
Category
Formulation
DMA in practice: Predict & optimize faster adhesive performances
(111 evaluations)
Get decisive information for fast metal bonding optimization. Benefit from Gary’s 25
years of experience and know what surface analysis to request (AES, SIMS, XPS....)
and how to interpret results & avoid misinterpretation. More info...
Category
Formulation
Optimizing Adhesion to Metal (inks, lacquers, structural adhesives...)
Presented by Gary Critchlow
(41 evaluations)
Sept. 25 & Oct. 9, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Better address your customers’ needs by combining strength and fracture tests in
your developments. You will better assess how your adhesives react under various
conditions and therefore reduce the occurrence of unpleasant surprises associated
with unexpected failures. More info...
Category
Formulation
Strength & Fracture:
Complimentary Tests for Successful Adhesives (2-part course)
Presented by David Dillard
NEW!

2014
Category
Formulation
2014
Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flow behavior in prac-
tice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practical considerations
for implementation will be discussed. More info...
Category
Formulation
Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice
(174 evaluations)
2014
Optimally evaluate toughness throughout your adhesive development process. John
Bishopp will review what test to do, in what conditions and when so that you have
useful data to guide your development while avoiding running expensive tests until it
is necessary. More info...
Category
Formulation
Adhesive Toughness:
Efficient Testing throughout the Development Process
(12 evaluations)
“Excellent!
It related the
theoretical
aspects to the
practical appli-
cations in a clear
manner.”
Brian M.
from Pinova, Inc.
2014
Gain autonomy to self-interpret Dynamic Mechanical Analysis
(DMA) graphic results and benefit from an effective support for
your developments (ingredient selection, performance adjustment
into the application window…). More info...
Category
Formulation
DMA Interpretation made Easy for Adhesive & Sealant Developments
(105 evaluations)

Get a clear view on the real benefits offered by Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) in com-
mercial adhesives formulations. Save days of technology assessment… experienced
formulator Seamas Grant made it for you! More info...
Category
Innovation
Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) in Adhesives: Their True Potential Assessed
Presented by Seamas Grant
NEW!
Focus your R&D efforts on the right green energy projects by clarifying where the
opportunities lie for adhesives and sealants as well as the current and future techni-
cal requirements that must be met. More info...
Category
Innovation
New Energy Market (Solar, Wind…):
Opportunities for Adhesives & Sealants
NEW!
Get a head start on debonding-on-demand technology, the next must-have adhesive
feature, with a comprehensive mapping of formulation strategies (chemistry & initia-
tor), their pros & cons and suitability per applications. Maxime Olive will also highlight
areas with low patent coverage to ease your future developments decisions.
More info...
Category
Innovation
Debonding-on-Demand: Formulation Strategies & Applications
Presented by Maxime Olive
(19 evaluations)
UPDATE!
Be aware of the new requirements that are being placed on sealants and how the
industry will respond to them. Drivers such as indoor health, fire resistance, mold
and moisture resistance, reduced maintenance, and adhesion to new substrates are
challenging sealant formulators like never before! More info...
Category
Innovation
Sealants: Today’s Performance Challenges & Solutions Overview
NEW!

2014
Increase your confidence when reading US patents and interpreting claims (what has
been invented, what are the patent boundaries...) and adequately use the informa-
tion to guide your product development, take advantage of patentable inventions and
avoid law suits... More info...
U.S. Patent Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them?
Category
R&D Methodology
(162 evaluations)
(100 evaluations)
Part 1 - September 24, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Part 2 - October 8, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Category
R&D Methodology
Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to
run fewer experiments with higher outputs (optimal condition,
performance levels, interaction...). In Part 1, you will clarify
when you should go for full, fractional or Taguchi designs, how
to study interactions. Part 2 will show how to implement in
practice with this help of 2 real cases. More info...
Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation
“Excellent
explanation of
the DoE approach…
It is a really good
course”
Eliana L.
Researcher
at Solvay
Category
R&D Methodology
(200 evaluations)

> Clarify responsibility & liability issues among the value chain. More info...
Category
Regulation
(269 evaluations)
2014
More info...
Category
Regulation Focus
Food Contact :

Coatings & Inks Industry
In this competitive world where one needs to formulate new coatings or inks
faster, minimize costs, lower VOCs while always offering better performance...
it is key to develop stronger skills in order to gain in productivity.
In 2013, you will find online short courses to develop & strengthen your
understanding of formulation science, to optimize your raw materials selection
and to solve recurring issues faster.
12 months
Course!
Formulate & Troubleshoot Faster with Stronger Skills
Solving Coating Adhesion Issues of Coatings & Inks(2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 16 & 30 May
Introduction to Pigment Dispersion (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 25 June & 9 July
Water-based film inks: Advanced Formulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 3 September
Pigment Dispersion & Stabilization In Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 15 October
UV/ EB Coatings: Optimizing Curing in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 7 November
Solving Coating Film Defects (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 26 Nov & 10 Dec
Rheology & Viscosity Made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 2014
Contact Angle: Decisive Surface Data from a Single Test NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 2014
Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 2014
Physical Chemistry for a Good Start in Problem Solving (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 2014
Bio-based Ink Formulation in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 2014
Reach new performance levels with improved ingredient selection
Rheology Modifiers: Optimal Selection & Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 11 June
TiO2
Optimization: Practical Formulation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 17 September
Driers for Alkyd Coating: Optimizing selection & use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 1 October
Printed Electronics: Coatings & Inks Conductive Fillers Selection NEW! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 22 October
Solving Surface / Interfacial Tension Issues (Wetting, Leveling…) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 19 November
Solving Foam Issues with Optimal Defoamers Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 2014
Offset Varnishes Ingredients: Performance Tailoring via Ingredient Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 2014
Pigments & Fillers Selection for Optimal Performance & Cost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 2014
Catherine Bouhier
Program Manager Coatings at SpecialChem

12 months
Course!
E.U. Food Contact Regulations: Migration testing, Declaration of Compliance & Liability Issues . . . . . . 33 13 June
Smart Coatings: Update on Current & Future Opportunities UPDATE! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 20 June
Design of Experiment: Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 6 & 20 Nov US Patent
Claims: How to Efficiently Read Them? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 2014

May 16 & 30, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Achieve faster optimal adhesion performance with your coatings by reviewing origin of
adhesive failure and compatible solutions (pre-treatment, additives...) for waterborne,
solvent-based, high-solids, and powder coatings. More info...
Category
Formulation
Solving Coating Adhesion Issues (2-part course)
Presented by Jochum Beetsma
(70 evaluations)
June 25 & July 9, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Focus your troubleshooting efforts in the right direction and wisely adjust ingredients,
dispersing equipment, etc. by better recognizing the causes of dispersion issues and
understanding mechanisms involved. More info...
Category
Formulation
Introduction to Pigment Dispersion & Stabilization (2-part course)
(232 evaluations)
Acquire the specialized practical knowledge you need to formulate waterborne flexo
and gravure inks for today’s demanding packaging films. In this course you’ll benefit
from the presenter’s 28 year experience in the printing ink industry as he guides you
step by step through the intricate techniques of advanced ink formulation. More info...
Category
Formulation
Water-based film inks: Advanced Formulation
Presented by Terence Kenneth
(22 evaluations)
Get rid of your dispersion issues by translating theory
into pragmatic procedures and key attention points
for optimum results (color development, hiding power,
stability, lower cost). Discussion of practical cases will
be based on commercial products (TiO2, carbon black,
phthalocyanine blue and BaSO4
). More info...
Category
Formulation
Pigment Dispersion & Stabilization in Practice
“The analysis
of the real life examples
was extremely helpful,
as well as the analysis of
the information included
in the TDS.”
Melissa M.
Sr. Research Associate
at Cabot Corporation
(172 evaluations)

November 26 & December 10, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Achieve faster optimal adhesion performance with your coatings by reviewing origin of
adhesive failure and compatible solutions (pre-treatment, additives...) for waterborne,
solvent-based, high-solids, and powder coatings. More info...
Category
Formulation
Coating Film Defects (2-part course)
(299 evaluations)
Optimize the curing profile of your UV system for coatings or adhesives. The course will
briefly review the basics and then will discuss recent developments in materials and
formulation strategies for curing under a variety of conditions. Strategies for pigmented
systems and curing through shadowed areas will be discussed. Both free-radical &
cationic UV binders will be discussed, using many industry examples. More info...
Category
Formulation
UV/ EB Coatings: Optimizing Curing in Practice
Presented by Mike Clingerman
(this course is currently being rated))
2014
Use rheology as a real formulation support in future developments by linking theory
(complex modulus, yield stress, shear rate...) to real life flow behavior so that rheolo-
gical data become tangible and helpful to fine-tune your products according to your
specifications. More info...
Category
Formulation
(278 evaluations)
2014
Category
Formulation

2014
Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flow behavior in
practice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practical
Category
Formulation
(174 evaluations)
2014
Face most of the challenges commonly encountered when formulating, storing and
applying coatings and inks. Applied example on pigment dispersion, dispersion stabi-
lity, increasing solid content, coalescence... will be developed. More info...
Category
Formulation
Physical Chemistry for a Good Start in Problem Solving (2-part course)
(153 evaluations)
2014
Get practical guidance to formulate bio-based inks and meet requirements for green
certifications such as the NAPIM BioRenewable Content (BRC) program. More info...
Category
Formulation
Bio-based Ink Formulation in Practice
Presented by Terence Kenneth

Better control rheology profile of your waterborne and
solvent-based formulations: achieve desired gloss,
transparency, water & sag resistance… by optimizing
choice of thickener and use conditions (minimum side-
effects, no overloading…) More info...
Category
Formulation
Rheology Modifiers: Optimal Selection & Use
Presented by Johan Bieleman
“Very Good Course!
It covered a broad range
of thixotrope options for
both solvent and water-
borne coatings”
Chris J.
from International Paint
(89 evaluations)
Smartly optimize your TiO2 loadings and keep your coatings and inks cost under
control while maintaining quality by reviewing how to proceed in practice. Jochum
Beetsma will discuss practical formulation strategies and their impact on TiO2 usage,
from the optimization concept to commercial solutions. More info...
Category
Formulation
TiO2
Optimization: Practical Formulation Strategies
(38 evaluations)
Optimize your coating drying profile and improve related performance (film hardness,
durability...) by selecting and using catalysts (metal carboxylates, organometal com-
plexes...) that are adapted to your specific waterborne and high-solids formulations.
More info...
Category
Formulation
Driers for Alkyd Coating: Optimizing selection & use
(14 evaluations)
Meet more easily the demand for cost-effective printed electronics by improving your
selection & use of conductive fillers in coatings & inks formulations. After clarifying
the performance criteria (resistivity, sheet resistance, etc.), Michael will review
conductor materials (metallic nanoparticles, graphene, CNTs…) and their strengths
and weaknesses. More info...
Category
Formulation
Printed Electronics: Coatings & Inks Conductive Fillers Selection
Presented by Michael Mastropietro
NEW!

2014
Get practical support & optimally use defoamers to pre-
vent / solve foaming issues while limiting undesired side-
effect in your coating and ink formulations.
Defoamer selection, dosage and incorporation conditions
will be discussed. More info...
Category
Formulation
Solving Foam Issues with Optimal Defoamers Selection
“Very good course!
It got me thinking
more about how I may
improve the formulation
I am currently working on.”
Chris J.
from International Paint
(37 evaluations)
2014
Gain in speed and flexibility when developing offset printing inks formulations by
acquiring a profound knowledge of varnish ingredients and their effects to the final
properties of wet ink, press behavior and print. Jack Baarends will share his hands-on
expertise to help you find best compromises in all of your projects. More info...
Category
Formulation
Offset Varnishes: How Ingredients Selection Impact Performance
Presented by Jack Baarends
(10 evaluations)
2014
Reduce cost, improve quality, switch more easily to new pigments & fillers technolo-
gies (cheaper alternatives, low VOC, …) without the fear to spend hours on trials &
errors. Let Jochum Beetsma show you how to best use info on technical datasheets
to select candidates able to deliver scratch/abrasion resistance, rheology, corrosion
resistance, hiding power you need. More info...
Category
Formulation
Pigments & Fillers Selection for Optimal Performance & Cost
(28 evaluations)
Achieve better performance (wetting, flow- and leveling, substrate wetting, color deve-
lopment...) and solve faster typical issues related to high surface tension by adjusting
additives and loadings in your coating formulation. More info...
Category
Formulation
Solving Surface / Interfacial Tension Issues (Wetting, Leveling…)
(82 evaluations)

Clarify existing and future opportunities offered by smart / functional coatings by
reviewing current state-of-the art, promising research developments and their poten-
tial for commercial applications. More info...
Category
Innovation
Smart Coatings: Current & Future Opportunities
Presented by Mike Clingerman
(55 evaluations)
UPDATE!
(100 evaluations)
September 24 & October 8, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Category
R&D Methodology
November 6 & 20, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments
with higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). Principles
and models will be discussed in easy-to-understand terms, with moderate reference
to mathematical equations. More info...
Category
R&D Methodology
Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation
(200 evaluations)
2014
Increase your confidence when reading US patents and interpreting claims (what has
been invented, what are the patent boundaries...) and adequately use the informa-
tion to guide your product development, take advantage of patentable inventions and
avoid law suits. More info...
Category
R&D Methodology
(162 evaluations)

Category
Regulation Focus
“Good explanation
of EU legislation:
linked the issues of
changes to regulatory
compliance, declara-
tions of compliance,
responsibilities and
liabilities.”
Ian M.
at W.R. Grace
(166 evaluations)
> Clarify responsibility & liability issues among the value chain
More info...
2014
More info...
Category
Regulation Focus
Food Contact :

Cosmetics Industry
In this extremely competitive marketplace, R&D professionals need more
than ever to pull the science in to back up what cosmetic consumers are
looking for: efficacy, skin feel, great texture, naturals, paraben-free…
To help you deliver against these demanding requirements, we are offering
e-Training Courses to strengthen both your formulation skills and ingredient
selection ability.
High SPF Sun Care Formulation Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 31 October
Rheology & Viscosity made Easy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 2014
Testing Rheology & Viscosity in Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 2014
Improve Ingredient Selection for Higher Performance
Functional Siloxanes from A to Z for Easier Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 6 June
Natural Preservatives: Selection & Formulation Improvements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 2 July
Peptides in Cosmetics: Best Practices for Selection & Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 12 September
Humectants, Emollients & Moisturizers Selection for Improved Skin Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 17 October
Controlled Release Technology Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 2014
Active Ingredients Selection for Successful Claims & Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 2014
12 months
Course!
Catherine Bouhier
Program Manager Cosmetics at SpecialChem
Cosmetics Claim Substantiation: Why and How? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 11 December

Cosmetics Industry
Develop & troubleshoot faster with stronger formulation skills
2014
Review test methods and equipment to efficiently characterize flow behavior in prac-
tice. Popular testing techniques, their pros & cons as well as practical considerations
for implementation will be discussed. More info...
Category
Formulation
(174 evaluations)
2014
Use rheology as a real formulation support in future deve-
lopments by linking theory (complex modulus, yield stress,
shear rate...) to real life flow behavior so that rheological
data become tangible and helpful to fine-tune your products
according to your specifications. More info...
Category
Formulation
“I loved it!
Simple explanations;
examples were ones each
of us could relate to and
apply to fluids we are
concerned about.”
Mary H.
Analytical and Materials
Department Manager
at Fujifilm
(278 evaluations)
October 31, 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.
Develop faster cost-effective high SPF sun care formulations that conform to UVA
requirements. Julian Hewitt will share his unique expertise to help you select the right
active(s), maximize their efficacy and ensure the photostability of the formulation.
More info...
Category
Formulation
High SPF Sun Care Formulation Strategy
Presented by Julian Hewitt
(49 evaluations)

Cosmetics Industry
(74 evaluations)
July 2, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.
Get fresh ideas to adapt/adjust your formulations to the
rising demand for preservative-free / natural preservatives
products by reviewing the true potential of solutions avai-
lable today on the market. More info...
Category
Formulation
Natural Preservatives:
Selection & Formulation Improvements
Presented by Barbara Olioso
“Natural
formulations
are tricky and Barbara
gave very good
recommendations!”
Anne M.
from Herbal Attitudes
June 6, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.
Develop your understanding of functional siloxanes: what they are, their unique physi-
cal, chemical properties, and functionality. It will ease your selection of the right ingre-
dient for a personal care application. Commercial examples will be used to correlate
to the theoretical aspects of the science of functional siloxanes. More info...
Category
Formulation
Functional Siloxanes from A to Z for Easier Selection
Presented by Eric Abrutyn
(41 evaluations)
September 12, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.
Open to new performance levels for wrinkles reduction, skin elasticity, hair loss
prevention, cellulitis, eyelash growth… by improving how you select and use peptides.
You will learn about their mode of action, vital selection criteria, practical formulation
guidance (do’s and don’ts) and how to best assess efficacy & support claims.
More info...
Category
Formulation
Peptides in Cosmetics: Best Practices for Selection & Use
Presented by Karl Lintner
(52 evaluations)
October 17, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.
Optimize skin conditioning delivered by your products by reviewing the difference in
key emollients, humectants, and moisturizers and their unique property before discus-
sing how to apply their performance benefits into real life formulations. More info...
Category
Formulation
Humectants, Emollients & Moisturizers Selection for Improved
Skin Conditioning
(11 evaluations)

Cosmetics Industry
December 11, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m.
Meet confidently requirements set by regulating organizations such as NAD (US), ASA
(UK), ARPP (France) by generating the right data to support your claims. What are
the criteria for « Evidence Based Cosmetics » ? How can/should claims be supported,
by which methods? A review of the ins and outs, the advantages and drawbacks of
bench top (in vitro) and clinical (in vivo) testing will be given with relevant examples.
More info...
Category
Regulation
Cosmetic Claim Substantiation: Why and How ?
(28 evaluations)
2014
Screen faster the thousands of new “active” ingredients launched each year and find
the one that will really contribute to the success of your cosmetics. More info...
Category
Formulation
Active Ingredient Selection for Evidence-based Cosmetics
(13 evaluations)
2014
Explore the full potential of controlled release technology by reviewing the various
solutions available, when to select one upon another and how to best exploit their
strength in your cosmetic formulations. More info...
Category
Formulation
Controlled Release Technology Overview

(100 evaluations)
September 24 & October 8, 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Category
R&D Methodology
Cosmetics Industry
“Helped me
understand
the differences between
cosmetic/drug wording.
The extensive use
of examples was very
helpful!”
Tanya D.
Product Manager
at Procter & Gamble
2014
Increase your confidence when reading US patents and
interpreting claims (what has been invented, what are the
patent boundaries...) and adequately use the information
to guide your product development, take advantage of pa-
tentable inventions and avoid law suits. More info...
Category
R&D Methodology
(162 evaluations)
November 6 & 20 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
Add speed to your experimental practices and learn how to run fewer experiments with
higher outputs (optimal condition, performance levels, interaction...). In Part 1, you will
clarify when you should go for full, fractional or Taguchi designs, how to study interac-
tions. Part 2 will show how to implement in practice with this help of 2 real cases.
More info...
Category
R&D Methodology
Step-by-Step Approach for Easy Implementation (2-part course)
(200 evaluations)

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Please send this filled order form:
- by email at e-training@specialchem.com
- by fax at +33 1 72 76 39 01
We will then send you back a customized bank transfer to proceed to payment.
Should you have any questions or issues, feel free to contact our Customer Support team
(e-training@specialchem.com / +33 1 72 76 39 13 )
Please tick the ordered service
Ordered service Price*
□ e-Training Credits 5 connections 999€
□ e-Training Credits 10 connections 1499€
□ Unlimited Access to e-Training Courses 2999€
*NET Price for European Union countries only.
** Offer is valid until January 31, 2013
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