18. Mar 2025 | Online

EC Short Course | Fundamentals of Waterborne Coatings

15.00 - 17.00 h CET

Waterborne coatings are one of the most important strategies for achieving sustainable products with low levels of volatile organic solvents. Nevertheless, the development of such systems can be a challenge due to the special nature of water as a thinner or solvent. The presentation will discuss the special requirements for raw materials and formulations for such coatings in order to achieve stable materials for defect-free coatings. In particular, the mechanisms of interaction between the components, which are responsible for success or failure, are addressed.

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Speaker

Prof. Dr. Christian Schmitz

After completing his training as a coatings laboratory technician at DuPont Performance Coatings, Dr Christian Schmitz studied coatings engineering at the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. He completed his doctorate in co-operation with the University of Duisburg-Essen and the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. Dr Schmitz currently works as a research assistant in teaching and research in the Department of Paint Chemistry for Radiation Curing Systems at the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. As part of a career path programme, he is also working on the digitalisation of coating chemistry through machine learning and high-throughput formulation.

Prof. Dr. Christian Schmitz

After completing his training as a coatings laboratory technician at DuPont Performance Coatings, Dr Christian Schmitz studied coatings engineering at the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. He completed his doctorate in co-operation with the University of Duisburg-Essen and the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. Dr Schmitz currently works as a research assistant in teaching and research in the Department of Paint Chemistry for Radiation Curing Systems at the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. As part of a career path programme, he is also working on the digitalisation of coating chemistry through machine learning and high-throughput formulation.

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Fees & Services

250 €Live Standard Fee per Short Course

Stated conference fees are net prices.

The fee includes:

  • Digital proceedings
  • Certificate of participation (upon request)

The booking is binding for you and will be charged even if you do not attend without canceling in advance.
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FAQ

Do I need a webcam? 

No, you can see and hear the speaker and moderator, but you will not be seen.  

Do I need a microphone? 

We will generally mute the microphones of all delegates, however you may ask questions via the chat function.   

Can I get the slides?

Yes, the presentation slides will be available for download during the course.   

Can I attend on a mobile device? 

Yes, you can. We will send out an information sheet on the tool for an overview of all features and best performance.  

Can I get in touch with other delegates?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to speak with other delegates or exchange contact details.  

Can I receive a certificate of attendance?

Yes, you are able receive a certificate of attendance upon request.

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