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This Zoom course will run February 27, 2025 from 1-3pm EST
Developing new products can be a daunting, complex process. In order to formulate new products that are highly successful in the marketplace there are some very important steps that need to be taken that are sometimes overlooked. This presentation will take you through the ideal process that will result in happy, repeat customers. Those who are new to research and development will learn useful tips and tricks; experienced formulators and lab managers will pick up some advanced level advice. Learn the pitfalls to avoid to successfully formulate new products every time. If you are a formulator or manage formulators who develop new coatings, adhesives and other chemical products, this presentation is for you.
Attendees Will Learn:
- How to Develop New Coatings, Adhesives and Similar Products from Scratch
- Formulation Software
- Intellectual Property Considerations
- Formulating to Cost Targets
- Formulation & Testing Techniques
- Testing with Customers
- Pitfalls To Avoid
- Ideal for Entry-Level Formulators, Advanced Formulators and Lab Managers
Course Instructor:
Paul Lewis is a formulation expert and has successfully carried out and led the development of many $multi-million products. He has been a hands-on technical manager at a number of coatings and adhesives companies, including Rust-Oleum, Johnson Wax, JohnsonDiversey and Quest Industrial products (now Diamond-Vogel). He was recently Technical Manager at the Univar Solutions lab in Houston and holds a number of patents.
He is president of E2C, https://e2c.llc a consulting company offering technical assistance and expertise relating to formula development, chemical analysis/data interpretation and technical support. He is also available to give technical presentations to customers and at trade shows, as well as provide expert witness services. He has a degree in Chemistry from Nottingham University in the United Kingdom.