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Level Two

Paint & Ink Application

To achieve a Level 2 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from the Compulsory Modules section and 2 modules from any other level.

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Level Three

Manufacture & Evaluation of Paints

To achieve a Level 3 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from the Compulsory Modules section and 2 modules from any other level.

Level 3 Courses

Level Four

Ink Technology & Formulation

To achieve a Level 4 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from the Compulsory Modules section and 2 modules from any other level.

Level 4 Courses

Level Five

Epoxy, Acrylic & Water Reducible Resins

To achieve a Level 5 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from the Compulsory Modules section and 2 modules from any other level.

Level 5 Courses

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201

General Overview of Coatings

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203

Pigments and their Properties

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203

Pigments and their Properties

This Foundation Level Module 203 describes and classifies various pigments used in the Coatings Industry, both by type and physical form. The main properties of pigments are then considered, in particular, particle size and particle size distribution, which are described in some detail, including the importance of oil absorption. The influence of particle size and size distribution on oil absorption are explained in some detail. A number of important aspects of pigment testing are also explained. These include pigment purity, tint strength and lightning power. This leads on to the optical properties of pigments. Colour principles, the nature of visible light and the optimum conditions needed for the assessment of colour are described along with the importance of colour standards. The problem of metamerism and how to minimise it are also described. Finally, the module tackles the important area of health and safety and the hazards associated with the handling of pigments. Four types of pigment hazards are explained and the section also covers the precautions, which must be taken to minimise any risk from these hazards.

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202

Media and Solvents

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204

Paint and Ink Manufacture - Rheology

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200

Coatings for Life - An Introduction

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206

Surface Preparation

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206

Surface Preparation

Module 206 deals with the first stages in preparing a surfaces prior to the actual application of a surface coating. What is the composition of the surface? What substances are naturally found on the surface and what do we have to do to remove them so that a subsequent coating applied to the surface will adhere? The module, first of all, examines the nature of the surface itself and the types of surfaces that are coated, ranging from metals to wood-based substances to plastics to masonry materials. The surfaces themselves differ with some being absorbent and others non-absorbent, while some are alkaline in nature. The principal contaminants, rust and mill-scale, and grease, which are found on substrates are considered and general methods of removing them are introduced. Section 3 deals in detail with the mechanical means of removing rust. The on-site and off-site techniques detailed range from wire-brushing to various methods of shot and grit blasting. The advantages and disadvantages of each are outlined. The final section introduces the various chemical methods of cleaning a surface including degreasing without going into detail of the plant used. (Chemical methods of cleaning and pretreatment are considered in detail in Intermediate module 329.)

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To achieve a Level 2 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from Level 2 and 2 modules from any other level. Browse through our modules below and click Learn More for a description of the module.

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Level 2 – https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels

No formal qualifications – Although a basic knowledge of chemistry and physics will be required.

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200

Coatings for Life - An Introduction

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201

General Overview of Coatings

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202

Media and Solvents

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202

Media and Solvents

In Foundation Level Module 201 media are classified on the basis of their physical properties and then the mechanisms of film formation are described. In this module, we look at examples of film formers on the basis of their physical form and outline some of the health hazards that can arise in their use. Some of their commonly determined properties are outlined. Under material properties and test methods, the importance of flow and viscosity measurements are stressed. The module then goes on to classify solvents on the basis of their chemical groups and behavior. In a practical exercise test methods are used to identify a given sample of hydrocarbon solvent. Attention is paid to the fire and health hazards of solvents. The film-forming processes of non-convertible resins are then outlined with particular emphasis on nitrocellulose. Finally, an introduction is given to some convertible resins. These are covered in detail in Intermediate Modules.

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203

Pigments and their Properties

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203

Pigments and their Properties

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204

Paint and Ink Manufacture - Rheology

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205

Evaluation

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206

Surface Preparation

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206

Surface Preparation

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207

Powder Coatings - Overview

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208

Powder Coating Application and Cure

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209

Paint and Ink Application

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To achieve a Level 3 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from Level 3 and 2 modules from any other level. Browse through our modules below and click Learn More for a description of the module.

Pre-requisites

Level 3 – https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels

General knowledge of Chemistry and Physics are required, with some basic qualification (e.g. A-Level)

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301

Types and Manufacture of Pigments

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301

Types and Manufacture of Pigments

This Intermediate Level Module starts by describing and classifying various pigments and extenders used in the Coatings Industry, both by type and by physical form. The importance of pigment particle shape is presented and examples given of pigments and extenders which fall into these various categories. The Module goes on to describe the various parts in the pigment manufacturing process, including pigment after treatments. Pigment grinding, classification, filtering, drying and calcining are covered, along with pigment flushing and micronising. Next, the chemical composition and properties of a number of commonly available white pigments and extenders, are described in some detail, followed by similar sections devoted to the chemical structure and physical properties of some widely used coloured inorganic and organic pigments. Finally, the main properties of some widely used metallic pigments are summarised.

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302

Properties of Pigments

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302

Properties of Pigments

Module 302 is concerned overall with the properties of pigments. The first section of the module describes the general properties of pigments for all coating types, in terms of cost, stability, variability etc. along with specific requirements for those pigments used in powder coatings. Section 2 is dedicated to the optical properties of pigments, in particular, how pigments can affect the opacity and gloss of coatings. Section 3 describes the general requirements of pigments for use in the area of powder coatings and the main differences here between inorganic and organic pigments. Section 4 is concerned with the pigmentation of coatings and describes the importance of Pigment:Binder ratio, Pigment Volume Concentration and Critical Pigment Volume Concentration. The effect of PVC on a number of film properties is discussed. Finally in this section, the effect of pigment particle shape on coating properties is described. To finish the module, in section 5, pigment test methods used in the area of powder coatings are described for a number of important conditions.

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310

Media - Thermoplastics Powders

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311

Media – Thermosetting Powders

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312

Testing – Solvents and Resins

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312

Testing – Solvents and Resins

Module 312 deals with the testing of solvents and resins and is one of a series on the raw materials used in coatings. Earlier studies on raw materials include the foundation module 202, that discusses general properties of resins & solvents and intermediate level 303 that deals with the properties of solvents in some detail. Module 312 starts by defining solvents and their role in coatings and then explains different ways in which they may be classified. It then goes on to describe the characteristic properties of solvents and explains how their properties may be determined. A practical exercise is included which requires the student to determine the composition of a solvent mixture by measuring some of these properties. The second half of Module 312 reviews the classification of resin types used in coatings and their characteristic properties. It then proceeds to explain the general tests that are carried out to measure these properties. An outline of the polymerisation processes involved in the manufacture of resins is given and some of the tests carried out during manufacture explained. Finally, brief reference is made to properties of specific chemical types of resin and the effect of these properties on manufacture and coating performance.

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313

The Testing of Pigments

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314

Manufacture – Paint

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315

Manufacture – Ink

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316

Manufacture – Powder Coatings

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319

Evaluation of Paints – Physical Properties

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320

Evaluation of Paints – Chemical and Environmental Properties

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322

Evaluation of Coating Powders

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323

The Evaluation of Colour

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324

Paint Application – Spraying

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325

Paint Application – Non-Spraying

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325

Paint Application – Non-Spraying

This module provides information on the various methods employed to apply liquid coatings, except spraying which is covered in 324. The main topic areas are dipping, including Electrophoric, Roller coating, Coil coating, Curtain coating, Brushing, Hand rolling and Padding. Some simple application methods are usually used in laboratory situations to try out new materials or on quality control of batches under manufacture. Similar equipment is used in small scale or specialist finishing operations, which are then sometimes used on automated situations. For those employed on customer service or sales of paint products the module will give a fuller understanding of the equipment used by potential customers. For customers, many of whom will have automated plants in order to cope with continuous line-production, there is added information about conveyorisation, potential problems, and an opportunity to evaluate or compare alternative methods.

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326

Ink Application Technology

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327

Application Equipment for the Application of Powder Coatings

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328

Theory of Application of Powder Coatings

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328

Theory of Application of Powder Coatings

Module 328 is concerned with the theory of applying powder coatings. It begins with a brief review of the background to electrostatics, how particles can be charged and the properties of these charged particles. It then goes on to introduce some of the phenomena that occur when applying powder coating by electrostatic spray, including self-limiting, back ionisation, faraday cage effect and overcoating. The next section deals with the theory of fluidisation of powder and how this influences the design and operation of fluidised bed systems. The design of articles to be coated by the fluidised bed method is included in this section, together with a discussion on the thermal properties of these articles. This section concludes with a review of a typical fluidised bed coating line. The third section is devoted to a more detailed study of the electrostatics involved in a powder coating spray installation. The accumulation of charge on powder particles, corona charging, tribo-charging, low voltage spray guns are all discussed together with some of the phenomena referred to briefly in section 1. The final section looks at tests that can be carried out to check and improve the efficiency of powder coating spray lines and some of the equipment available to perform these tests.

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329

Application – Metallic Substrates

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329

Application – Metallic Substrates

Module 329 is an Intermediate module following on from the Foundation Module 206 on Surface Preparation. In Module 206 a study of the features of a surface and contaminants on the surface of a substrate was made. This was followed by a summary of methods of removal of the contaminants by mechanical means and a preliminary look at the processes where surfaces are cleaned chemically. In Module 329 the processes of chemically cleaning a metal surface and its subsequent chemical pretreatment will be considered in more detail. Following a review of Module 206 is a more detailed study of the plant used in degreasing including the vapour, liquid and spray baths, and a study of the advantages and disadvantages of the degreasing solvent, trichloroethene. Section 3 considers the cleaning of a metal surface by inorganic means, by treating the surface with acids and alkalis and the effect of this on the metal itself The final section looks at the chemical basis for chemical pretreatment of metal surfaces, principally iron and aluminium. Phosphating and chromating in different situations and in different coating weights are considered. In addition, anodising as a technique is covered. The situations where each of these three applications are used concludes the module. Included in this section is a practical on phosphate pretreatment.

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330

Application – Non-Metallic Substrates

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332

The Curing of Coatings

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333

Coatings – Safety, Health and Environmental Aspects

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333

Coatings – Safety, Health and Environmental Aspects

On almost every surface we see there is some form of coating. They enhance the appearance of the finished article and they are essential for the protection of materials. However, the coatings are made of chemicals, many of which have adverse effects on human beings and on other living things. There are mechanical and electrical hazards involved in their manufacture and application and hazards due to flammability and toxicity of components in the coatings. There is the risk of pollution, should they escape to the outside environment. The law requires that the workplace be safe to work in and that a company does not put employees or others at risk. Lately, greater emphasis has been put on environmental issues, adding to the pressures on the coatings industry. Conservation of resources and pollution control must somehow be balanced against the need for economical and effective coatings. This module aims to provide a general awareness of the law and of the safety and environmental issues in our particular industry. Hopefully, it may whet the appetite of some readers enough for them to seek formal qualifications in the subject.

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To achieve a Level 4 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from Level 4 and 2 modules from any other level. Browse through our modules below and click Learn More for a description of the module.

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Level 4 – https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels

These modules include references to scientific concepts relating to coatings technology. For example, those identified with an asterisk contain many references to chemical formulae and reactions. Therefore, a scientific education, with Chemistry and Physics to at least UK Advanced Level or higher, is strongly recommended for anyone taking these modules.

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403

Solvents and Additives

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404

Media - Introduction and Manufacture of Media

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405

Non-Convertible Media *

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406

Oils, Driers and Oleoresins

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407

Convertible Media - Alkyds and Polyesters *

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408

Acrylics and Aminos *

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409

Epoxies and Urethane Resins *

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417

Manufacture – Dispersion

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Manufacture – Flow

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To achieve a Level 5 Certificate in Coatings Technology, candidates must choose: a minimum of 4 modules from Level 4 and 2 modules from any other level. However, to achieve a full Certificate in Coatings Technology, students must include Module 599, a formal, extended project on a topic to be agreed upon between you, your mentor, and The Coatings Training Institute tutor. Browse through our modules below and click Learn More for a description of the module.

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501

Pigments Colour and Dispersion

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501

Pigments Colour and Dispersion

This module is concerned with a number of important aspects of pigments. In the first section, various ways of describing colour are presented, in scientific terms. Both the Munsell and CIELAB systems are covered and terms such as tristimulus values, 2° and 10° observers, dominant wavelength, L, a, b values and total colour difference are explained. The second section describes the manufacture and properties of a selection of important inorganic and organic pigments. In particular, a range of coloured organic pigments is dealt with in some detail, along with flow diagrams for the production of TiO2, by two different methods. In the third section the important area of pigment dispersion stability is studied. This is vital to avoid the process known as pigment flocculation. This is important during coatings manufacture, when a pigment millbase is to be converted into the finished paint and there is a danger of destabilisation of the dispersion. The efficiency of pigment dispersion is described. This includes a general flow chart for manufacture. The relationship between dispersion efficiency and operating economics of a plant is explained. Finally, the efficiency of various types of dispersion machinery is described in terms of both dispersion time and labour requirements.

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502

Evaluation and Specifications

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503

Formulation – Determining Factors

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504

System Components - Decorative Applications

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504

System Components - Decorative Applications

Module 504 contains a comprehensive study of the individual coatings used in a coating system. After explaining the basic function/requirements of the individual coatings, the module goes on to give the basic principles used in formulating these coatings, with particular attention to the pigment volume concentration (PVC) concept. Finally, the concept and impact of the “critical pigment volume concentration” (CPVC) is discussed. As adhesion to the substrate* is usually a critical factor in determining the performance of a coating system, different substrates and their properties are discussed in the first section of the module, particularly mild-steel, wood and plaster. It should be noted that the module is designed to cover a wide range of possible end requirements, and is therefore written in a general sense. However, the student will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts explained by carrying out the Assignment-which can be tailored to reflect a topic in which the student (or the students company) may have particular expertise. * The substrate is the surface onto which a coating is applied.

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506

Industrial Coatings for Automotive and Packaging Applications

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506

Industrial Coatings for Automotive and Packaging Applications

In this Advanced Module the basic formulations requirements of coatings for use on automotives, both original factory finished and for vehicle refinishing, are given. A typical automotive paint line is described and examples of specifications for paints are given. Formulations of typical paints together with explanations of the components are then given. Under vehicle refinishes formulation requirements the resin types used are outlined with comparisons in performance of different paint systems. Basic requirements of linings for good and beverage containers are given. The formation of cans is described with descriptions of suitable application methods. Performance requirements of can coatings are listed with reference to a range of typical products they are required to resist. Examples of resin types used in can coatings with comparisons of their properties are listed. The module concludes with the testing and evaluation of the coated cans.

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507

Liquid Coatings, Modifiers and Drying

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507

Liquid Coatings, Modifiers and Drying

Module 507 is one of three advanced modules dealing with additives used in surface coatings. Additives can be considered to be materials which, when added to another substance, improve the overall properties or reduce undesirable properties. In most cases, the level of addition is less than one percent. This module contains a comprehensive study of certain additives including why they are required and how they work. In section 1 of the module, factors that affect the dispersion process are discussed. An explanation is given on how certain manufacturing problems are caused and how they can be avoided. Specific topics include "foams" wetting, dispersion, flooding and floating. Section 2 describes materials that can be classified as stabilisers, with particular attention to "in-can" fungicides, and corrosion preventers. In the final section, modifiers to the polymerisation process are discussed. In particular, we are referring to the drying process of oil-based alkyds. The drying mechanism is fully explained, and certain "driers" discussed, along with their function and approximate levels of use. Anti-skinning additives are also discussed in some depth. It should be noted that additives that induce thixotropy (and therefore reduce settlement) are discussed briefly in this section. However, for students wishing to study the subject of "rheology" thoroughly, we would recommend module A08, which contains a greater "in-depth" study of this particular subject.

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508

Application and Special Properties

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508

Application and Special Properties

Module 508 is one of three advanced level modules dealing with additives used in surface coatings. Additives can be considered to be materials which, when added to another substance, improve the overall properties or reduces undesirable properties. This module discusses the reasons for controlling the viscosity of a coating to aid its application properties and the types of additives used for this purpose. It then goes on to explain the types of additive used to control or promote flow. After this, the need to control the conductivity of paints to be applied by electrostatic methods is considered and the special problems associated with the addition and stability of conductivity controllers discussed. Types of conductivity controller are then listed. The module then explains why reodorants are sometimes used in coatings and examples of commercially available products of this type are given. A discussion on flash point modifiers is followed by a list of typical classes of these products and a discussion of their merits provided. Finally, the nature and use of fire-retardant and intumescent coatings are discussed with regard to their special properties.

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509

Appearance and Properties

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509

Appearance and Properties

The first Section of this advanced module is concerned with additives which modify the appearance of dry films e.g. finishes such as hammer and wrinkle. We go on to study the various types of surface-active agents which are so important in determining the properties of dispersions. Also in the Section, we look at the importance of anti-foams, texturing agents and matting agents. The problem of gas checking and ways of overcoming it are also discussed. In Section 2, we turn to additives used to modify the properties of dry films. Additives such as adhesion promoters, heat stabilisers, lubricants, anti-scuff agents anti-fouling additives and other biocides, corrosion inhibitors and finally, ultra-violet absorbers. The final Section is devoted to film plasticisers. Here we look generally at the background, the effect of plasticisers on film strength, flexibility and hardness. Finally, the various types of plasticiser are covered in some detail, including their chemical formulae.

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510

Urethane and Amino Resins*

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511

Epoxy, Acrylic and Water Reducible Resins*

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512

Water Borne Coatings*

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512

Water Borne Coatings*

Water-borne products, coatings with water as the main volatile component. The growing importance of this type of coating has resulted in a demand for a module dealing specifically with water-borne coatings. This unit is designed to meet this demand. The module summarises the existing technology involved in the formulation, manufacture, and use of water-borne coatings and includes possible future developments. It begins by discussing the history of water-borne coatings, explains the reasons for their increasing use, and describes their general properties in comparison with non-water borne products. Relevant legislation relating to the volatile content of coatings is referred to and explained. The module continues with a discussion on the principal methods available to make water-borne film formers for use in coatings before describing specific types of water-borne coating, their properties, and their applications. These discussions include both solution and dispersion types. The final section is devoted to possible future trends.

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Thermosetting Coating Powders*

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514

Coating Powders – Manufacture

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515

Thin Film Intumescent Coatings for Fire Protection of Steel Structures

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515

Thin Film Intumescent Coatings for Fire Protection of Steel Structures

This advanced level module deals with thin film intumescent coatings used for the fire protection of steel surfaces. It commences with an explanation of what we mean by an intumescent coating, and introduces the generic raw material types typically used in the formulation of both water-based and solvent-based coatings. This is followed by an indication of how these coatings are tested. The application of these products is then discussed before proceeding to a comparison of various forms of fire protection. The final section of the module provides a summary of the subject of thin film intumescents. This module is intended for anyone requiring an understanding of intumescent coatings whether they are the formulator or other laboratory personnel, raw-material supplier, applicator, salesperson architect or specifier - or indeed anyone with an interest in the subject! The module is designed to cover a wide range of topics associated with thin-film intumescents and, dpending on their needs and background, some students may find some sections more useful or appropriate than others. As the module is set at advanced level, we would expect the student to have some knowledge of chemistry and physics and some basic knowledge of intumescents. Note: Intumescent coatings are introduced in the intermediate level module 403, where raw materials used specifically in intumescents are discussed under the umbrella of "additives".

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516

General Overview of Inkjet

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General Overview of Inkjet

The inkjet is a non-contact printing technology in which the droplets get ejected through the small orifices onto the substrate. It is a digital technology as the image to be printed is normally kept in a digital format. DOD (PIJ, TIJ, VIJ) - Drop On Demand CIJ - Continuous InkJet Initially, inkjet DOD printing dominated SOHO printing markets, but with the printing of the photos and documents disappearing, this market is rapidly declining with inkjet getting a more and more significant role in commercial/business printing applications. It is displacing silkscreen, rotary screen & offset applications and with an increase of the speed even dome flexo applications. Inkjet has been used for a long time in variable data printing such as date, coding, naming, addressing, barcoding and postal applications but now it is overtaking wide format poster and product decoration textile, ceramic tiles, wallpaper, laminates, furniture applications. It is quickly becoming a preferred technique for digital presses. Full-colour packaging, printed electronics are some of the examples where inkjet has proven itself as a reliable technology.

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Paint & Ink Application

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General Overview of Coatings

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General Overview of Coatings

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Pigments and their Properties

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Pigments and their Properties

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Media and Solvents

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Media and Solvents

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Paint and Ink Manufacture - Rheology

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Paint and Ink Manufacture - Rheology

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Coatings for Life - An Introduction

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Coatings for Life - An Introduction

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Surface Preparation

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Surface Preparation

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Coatings for Life - An Introduction

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Coatings for Life - An Introduction

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