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SUMMARY:Introduction to Polymer Characterization: Molecular Architecture\, Morphology and Thermomechanical Response
DESCRIPTION:Announcing a Live Virtual Short Course\, sponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum \nJune 10-11\, 2025 \nThis course provides a comprehensive overview of commonly implemented polymer characterization techniques to evaluate molecular composition\, structure\, processibility\, and physical properties. A review of polymer characterization techniques will cover relevant instrumentation and its operation\, sample preparation\, data analysis\, and measurement limitations. Brief presentations will highlight the underlying theoretical principles\, but the presentations will focus on experimental design and data interpretation. Case studies will be employed to highlight the application\, utility and nuances of measurement approaches through real data. The course is designed for all education levels and is accessible even with minimal background polymer knowledge. \nList of topical areas: \n\nChromatographic and spectroscopic techniques for evaluation of molecular information\nMicroscopy and scattering techniques for morphology and structure analysis\nThermal analysis techniques for probing thermal transitions and polymer stability\nMechanical techniques for plastic and viscoelastic properties\nRheological experiments to assess processibility and influence of processing on polymer performance\nTopical examples around emerging technologies\n\nInstructors \n\nProf. Tim Long\, Arizona State University\nProf. Mike Bortner\, Virginia Tech\nProf. Karen Winey\, University of Pennsylvania\nProf. Mark Dadmun\, University of Tennessee\, Knoxville\nDr. Giles Dillingham\, Brighton Science\nProf. S. Eileen Seo\, Arizona State University\n\nLogistical & Registration Notes \nCourse timing:  Tues. June 10 – Wed. June 11\, starting each day at 8:30 AM Pacific time. \nThis course is very affordably priced – note discounted early registration deadline: \n$400 early registration ends at 11:59 PM Pacific time\, Wednesday\, April 9 \n$500 regular registration ends at 8:00 PM Pacific time\, Wednesday\, May 21. \n$600 late registration\, if still available\, ends at 8:00 PM Pacific time\, Wednesday\, June 4. \nGGPF may close registration earlier if in our opinion class size is becoming too large. \nFull Course Details and Registration at  https://ggpf.org/events/?ee=327
URL:https://pd3.4spe.org/event/introduction-to-polymer-characterization-molecular-architecture-morphology-and-thermomechanical-response/
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR Optimizing Plastic Color Formulation: Sustainable Practices to Reduce Waste
DESCRIPTION:Optimizing Plastic Color Formulation: Sustainable Practices to Reduce Waste\nCut Costs\, Boost Efficiency & Nail That Perfect Shade! \nIn a world of rising tariffs and tighter budgets\, getting your color formulation just right isn’t just smart—it’s essential. \nJoin us for a dynamic and practical webinar on plastic color formulation where we break down how dialing in your color strategy can help you:\n✅ Slash waste✅ Improve process efficiency✅ Boost profitability✅ Hit your sustainability targets\n \nYou’ll walk away with expert insights on navigating raw material challenges\, reducing rework\, and fine-tuning your color formulations for standout results—every time. \nReady to stay ahead of economic uncertainty and keep your production line vibrant and efficient? Don’t miss this session! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTony Bolynn is a Senior Applications Engineer for Consumer Products and Materials division for X-Rite\, Incorporated. Tony is a member of SPE and has presented papers for SPE and multiple color organizations. \nTony’s career in color began in 1994 with Datacolor after graduating from Appalachian State University. In 1999 he joined Gretag-Macbeth as an Applications Engineer for paint\, plastics and inks working with global companies. In 2006\, Gretag-Macbeth merged with X-Rite and Tony became a Senior Applications Engineer. In his time at Gretag-Macbeth and X-Rite\, Tony has conducted hundreds of training courses\, seminars\, webinars\, and virtual courses.
URL:https://pd3.4spe.org/event/webinar-optimizing-plastic-color-formulation-sustainable-practices-to-reduce-waste/
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