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PVC Weathering Seminar
October 15, 2013
University of Michigan - Dearborn Campus (click here for written directions)
19000 Hubbard Drive (Fairlane Center)
Dearborn, MI 48126-2638 USA
Room 110 North Building

Seminar Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (registration first day at 8:00 a.m.)

2-Day course offers in-depth discussions on weathering mechanism of PVC, chemical and physical aging, color retention, impact retention and dimensional stability of exterior application products; all variables effecting product performance, such as compound ingredients, process conditions, and the outdoor environment. It also includes detailed discussions on dimensional stability of vinyl building products, teaches how to achieve good dimensional stability through compound modification and product design. The course includes test methods and industry standards for exterior vinyl products.

PVC extrusion course provides in-depth information on PVC resin and formulation additives and their effect on vinyl compound processing. The course discusses twin vs. single screw extrusion, effect of processing conditions on surface appearance, impact strength and other properties of extruded product. Discussions also include the effect of compound manufacturing conditions and previous heat history of the pellets or recycled PVC on properties of extruded product and offers recommendations for successful use of recycled PVC. The course provides extrusion problem solving guide and much more.

Ideal Learner
This course is targeted at PVC compound manufacturing engineers, extruded product engineers, process engineers, product managers, project managers, research engineers, product development engineers and managers, product designers, undergraduate and graduate students or anyone involved in the development and manufacture of PVC compounds and products.

Its content is intended for a variety of industries, such as PVC compounding, construction, such as siding, windows, decking, fencing, roofing, pipe; consumer products, furniture, agriculture, medical and other industries which use PVC.

Plan to attend and come prepared with questions to ask or experiences to share.

Over 300 slides will be used during the seminar.


Seminar Outline - click to expand
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  • PVC Weathering
    • PVC Degradation Mechanisms
      • Chemical
      • Physical Aging
    • Test Methods to Determine Weathering Characteristics
    • Effect of Compound Ingredients and Process Conditions on Appearance Retention
    • Effect of Compound Ingredients and Process Conditions on Impact Property Retention
    • PVC Dimensional Stability Exterior Applications
    • Discussions & Examples
      • Effect of Compound
      • Effect of Process
      • Effect of Design Variables on Distorsion Resistance
    • Reinforcing Agents + Heat Distortion Modifiers Effect on Dimensional Stability and Other PVC Properties
    • Processing Condition Effects on Internal Stresses + Shrinkage in PVC Products
    • Industry Standards for Exterior Applications

  • Free review of attendees' projects


    • Individual Consulting Services --- Seminars attendees can sign up for individual consulting sessions with the instructor. The sessions are free and allow the attendee to ask questions and discuss details that cannot be handled in a larger group. Consulting sessions are 20 minutes long and are handled on a first-come-first-served basis. You can sign up for a consulting session after you register for the seminar by calling 248-539-0473 or during the seminar by contacting the instructor.


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