Paint Technology

Contents

Introduction to Paint and Surface Coatings Technology

Markets for Coatings

Substrates

  • Wood
  • Masonry
  • Metal
  • Plastic

Properties of Coatings

  • Optical properties
  • Mechanical properties
  • Rheology

Raw Materials

  • Organic film formers
  • Pigments, pigmentation & the dispersion process
  • Solvents and solubility & the film formation process

Waterborne & High Solids Coatings

  • Specific raw materials
  • Types and example formulations
  • Uses

Solventborne Coatings

  • Specific raw materials
  • Types and example formulations
  • Uses

Radiation Cured Coatings

Coatings Application Methods

  • Brush
  • Roller
  • Spray (air, airless, HVLP, etc.)
  • Dip, flow, curtain, roller
  • Electrostatic discs and bells

Surface Preparation

  • Cleaning
  • Pre-treatment

Powder Coatings

  • Types
  • Uses
  • Application methods

Microbiology of Coatings

  • Plant hygiene
  • Aqueous paints
  • Applied films
  • Preservation and protection
  • Microbial testing

Description

This intensive four day course seeks to provide a firm foundation in the technology of organic surface coatings.

The course contains an overview of the raw materials used in surface coatings and their contribution to the final properties of the coatings.

The study of the coatings systems emphasises the changes taking place in modern technology.

Requirements

To gain maximum benefit from this course it is helpful if students have a knowledge of chemistry to university entrance standard.

Tutors

This course is taught by a team comprising members of PRA's research and technical departments and external consultants from the coatings industry.

Venue

PRA, Hampton, Middlesex, UK

Dates and Prices

19–22 October 2009
£1199 ‒ PRA Member • £1399 ‒ Standard Price

The course times are as follows:-

First day
09:30 – 17:00
Second day
09:00 – 17:15
Third day
09:00 – 17.15
Fourth day
09.30 – 15.45

Prices are per delegate and include VAT, all course materials, tea, coffee and a light lunch. Prices do not include accommodation.

Registration

To book your place use our Registration Form

More Information

For further details contact The Training Manager