Speakers List – Polymer Modifiers and Additives

Polymer Modifiers and Additives

Dr. Ernest A. Coleman
CP Technology
950 Willow Valley Lakes Drive
H-211
Willow Street, Pennsylvania 17584 USA
Tel: +1 717-464-2637

Abstract: Talks on INVENTION, PLASTIC ADDITIVES, EXPERT WITNESS, & FORMULATION AND COMPOUNDING are offered. Each presentaion is tailored to the time, situation and audience. Please call and discuss your needs.

Bio: Ernie is a materials consultant, expert witness, and international seminar leader on several plastics topics. He is interested in public and private education: he has taught organic chemistry at the college level, visited local high schools during chemistry week, and assisted 6-8 graders with their inventions.

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Restrictions: Expenses required if more than short drives involved. Equipment: Please call to discuss.

Dr. Qiang Lu

Abstract: Engineering Properties and Structure segment, with topics including but not limited to: Impact Modification of Engineering Resins (and related topics).

Bio: Currently Plastics Additives Applications Laboratory Manager at Rohm and Haas Company. Previously, Research Scientist at GE Plastics. Ph.D. ChE University of Michigan. Areas of expertise include: Polymer processing and rheology, polymer physics, structure and property relationships of polymers, injection molding, technical service related to plastics failure analysis.

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No domestic travel limitations.

Harrie Schoots

Abstract: Plastics Additives for Engineering Resins

Bio: B.S. Textile Chemistry from North Carolina State University, Licentiate of the Society of Dyers and Colourists, M.B.A. Suffolk University, Boston, MA. Over 10 years experience in coloration and finishing of textile and plastics materials leading to several patents defending commercially relevant applications. Other areas of experience include, product innovation, market development, technical service and negotiation. Senior Member of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, former Vice Chair of the AATCC New England Region.

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No domestic travel or equipment limitations. There is potential for international engagements depending on the venue.

Elliot Weinberg
Tel: +1 732-238-3381

Abstract: Junk Science

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Geographic availability: New England & Mid Atlantic

Dick Grossman
Tel: +1 302-571-1005

Abstract: Stabiliztion of PVC

Additional Requirements:
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Geographic availability: East Coast & Midwest

Dr. David Riley
Tel: +1 908-369-7260

Abstract: Rheology

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Geographic availability: East Coast


Comments: PMAD can provide two to three speaker Mini-tech tutorials on the use of additives, preferably February through May for any Section. We would like about six months notice. Speakers would vary depending on location.