Description
This course will provide an introduction to the significance of silicone chemistry and the mechanisms by which silicones help create different finishing effects.
Requirements
Basic knowledge of chemistry
Topics
- Introduction to the significance of silicone chemistry and the mechanisms by which silicones help create different finishing effects
- Main application fields (comfort management, moisture management, soil release management, structure management, color management and wellness management, including the use of silicone-based antifoaming agents to ensure smooth and efficient production processes)
- Advantages and applications in finishing processes
- Key tests and standards
- Discussion of guideline formulations and laboratory testing procedures
Seminar objectives
This seminar on silicones in textile finishing contains a good mix of theoretical and practical training. The course offers interesting and diversified insight into the world of silicones, including their advantages and applications in finishing processes.
Target audience
Technical and R&D personnel (with a basic knowlege of chemistry)
Seminar language
English
Fee (plus VAT)
0.00 EURNumber of participants
3 - 5Dates
Trainer
Jasmine Lim
Jasmine holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) degree in Applied Chemistry from the National University of Singapore. Her area of expertise is the coatings industry. She joined WACKER in 2015, and currently heads the technical center for Performance Silicones in Singapore.