TALK: Weathering: What is it and why you need it for service life prediction

Date           :  May 14, 2012 at 4.00pm (Monday)

Time          :  4.00pm

Venue        :  T11B504

Speaker      :  Mr Craig Hazzard, Manager of Atlas Materials Testing

Topic         :  Weathering:  What is it and why you need it for service life prediction

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Abstract of the Presentation:

The presentation introduces the three main factors of weather, sunlight, moisture, and temperature, and the impact of each factor on materials.  We will look at various natural and laboratory weathering approaches used for determining material service life prediction.  Practical application examples will be shared.

About the Speaker:

As Japan and Southeast Asia Manager for Atlas Materials Testing, Craig Hazzard has worked with automotive OEM's, building materials, paints and coatings, plastics, and a variety of other materials companies to promote better understanding of natural and accelerated weathering techniques for service life prediction.

Admission:

Email your confirmation of attendance to admin@pris.org.sg , indicating your name, contact number and company before May 10, 2012.  Admission is free for PRIS members.  The registration fee for non-PRIS members is $30.  Light refreshment will be served prior to the technical talk.

APEST 2012; 11th to 13th July, Bangkok. (Update 1)

PRIM will be supporting the above event. If we have enough numbers we can organise a delegation to attend the conference and possibly obtain a group discount. Please register your interest with sinyc@prim.org.my before 31st May 2012 to facilitate hotel and flight bookings. 

Hotel rates would be about USD90/room/night. Flights about RM1000 ex-PEN, ex-KUL. (cheaper if we can confirm early)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 3^rd Annual 2012 APEST RUBBER CONFERENCE

This key session will clearly identify the main issues, problems and suggest solutions and policies which will ensure sustainabledevelopment of the rubber industry. Signature presentations will be:-

SUSTAINABILITY - ISSUES & SOLUTIONS

Natural Rubber in a Changing Market – Creating a Global Sustainability Framework

Dr Ulrich Hoffmann, UNCTAD, Geneva

Second Frontier of Sustainability: Malaysian Progress

Datuk Dr Salmiah Ahmad, Director-General, Malaysian Rubber Board

Thai Rubber Industry Commitment to sustainability

Dr Pongsak Kerdwongbundit, President, Thai Rubber Association

Innovation for Sustainability

Mr Lim Kwee Shyan, President, MARGMA

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENTS OF SUSTAINABILITY

Climate change is of major global concern because of its impact on mankind and livelihoods. It is necessary to understand the significance of carbon studies to identify areas of the production chain that need new technology.

Carbon stocks in Rubber Plantation

Mr.Chakarn Saengruksawong et al , Faculty of Chiang Mai University

Meeting Carbon Footprint Standards

Dr Katharina Plassmann, Institute of Agricultural Climate Change Research, Germany

Energizing Efficiently

Ir Francis Xavier Jacob, Energy Commission Malaysia

RUBBER PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

With the economies of developing countries growing rapidly, there is a related demand for rubber goods and accordingly sourcing of products and strategic investments are necessary.

Presentations will be made by Mr Vinod Simon, President, All India Rubber Industry Association (AIRIA), The Board of Investment (BOI), Thailand and Malaysian Industrial Development Authority(MIDA). A forecast for the demand of automotive related products will be made by Mr Hajime Yamamoto of IHS Automotive, Thailand.

LATEX – NEW REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNOLOGY

This session will examine some of the issues to be faced by the latex industry.

Presentations include regulatory requirements and advances in research.

Regulatory requirements for Medical Devices in Thailand

Ms Yuwadee Pattanwong, Director for Medical Device Control, FDA Thailand

Sustainability of Medical Gloves – durability under repeated stress

Drs Tajul A Y and Amir Hashim, Malaysian Rubber Board; Prof.Dr.Pramuan Tangboriboonrat, Mahidol University

Nitrile Latex for improved performance

Synthomer R&D

SUSTAINABILITY – USE OF PERFORMANCE POLYMERS AND MATERIALS

The use of high performance polymers and materials which contribute to enhanced product performance contribute to sustainability such as the reduction of rolling resistance in tires.

Polybutadiene – advantages in tires

LANXESS

Highly Dispersible silicas and silane to enhance product properties

Dr J. C. Nian, EVONIK, Taiwan

Papers on exploiting the unique properties of Epoxyprene and high quality recycled rubber will illustrate how they contribute to sustainability  

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APEST 2012, 11-12 JULY, BANGKOK

If there  are enough interest, PRIM will organise a delegation. Please register your interest to sinyc@prim.org.my BEFORE 31st May 2012.

DRAFT PROGRAM (SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE ORGANISER)

PRIM ANNUAL POLYMER TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR 2012

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