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Mastering Water-Based Polyurethane Coatings for Peak Performance

Mastering Water-Based Polyurethane Coatings for Peak Performance
Language: English
Length: 75 min
Sep 24, 2025 03:00 PM
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Course Description

Dodge all your water-based polyurethane challenges from water sensitivity ruining optimal performance to poor film formation and poor color stability caused by UV radiation and more. Join this course to get a one-stop answer to all formulation challenges (hydrolysis, coalescence, poor film formation, adhesion....), navigate changes in regulations to ensure your coatings meet industry requirements, and balance performance with cost considerations.


Join coatings expert Patricia Geleen in this simulated live, as she:


  1. Elevates your expertise in water-based polyurethane coatings, mastering the challenges that often stump even seasoned formulators.
  2. Helps you master the selection of PU raw materials for your application (Metal coatings, wood coatings, paper and textile, adhesives or printing inks).
  3. Explains how to meet all regulations (VOC limits, occupational exposure limits, Proposition 65....) regarding water-based polyurethanes varying by region and application. 
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Patricia Geelen is the founder of CoPo Solutions, where the focus is on consulting in the field of coatings and polymer chemistry. She offers services such as in-house courses, feasibility studies and new product development.

In 2008, she obtained her PhD, at the Technical University of Eindhoven (TheNetherlands), working on 'light switchable coatings' in the field of polymerchemistry. Afterwards she gained a lot of experience as a senior specialist,working with various small and large companies such as AkzoNobel, Interpolymer,Trespa, Black Bear Carbon and ICL specialty fertilizers.

Her expertise includes emulsion polymerization, polymer design and controlledradical polymerization, formulation and evaluation of functional coatings andpaints, corrosion protection, carbon black, polyurethanes and acrylics (UV andEB curing).

Major projects that she worked on were focused on innovation and new product development. Starting from idea generation, project planning and management till final production implementation and scale-up.

Find out more at www.coposolutions.com and reach out to Patricia on her LinkedIn.

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Why should you view this course?

Juggling between the selection of the right raw material for your coatings application while keeping your process under your price target is a tough act to follow through, but what if we say that you can master both and pass all the required regulations all at once?

Time to understand the chemistry behind water-based polyurethanes and get guideline formulations for its application in metal coatings, wood coatings, paper and textile, adhesives, or printing inks. Develop a foundation for choosing the right raw materials and get all your current formulation issues addressed.

Through this course you’ll be able to:

  1. Address specific challenges encountered during the formulation of WB polyurethane coatings, including moisture sensitivity, adhesion issues, and stability concerns

  2. Achieve durability, flexibility, hardness, and overall mechanical properties of the cured coating while meeting specific performance requirements

  3. Understand the regulatory landscape governing water-based polyurethane coatings. Explore eco-friendly formulations and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Who should join this course?

  • Coatings Formulators: Directly involved in developing water-based polyurethane coating formulations

  • Research and Development Scientists: Working on new water-based polyurethane technologies

  • Product Development Managers: Who will benefit from understanding the formulation process and market requirements for water-based polyurethane coatings.

  • This course is suitable for intermediate level proficiency
    Intermediate
Questions you will be able to answer after this course:

  1. Why is my water-based polyurethane coating not forming a proper film?

  2. Why is my coating turning yellow or degrading under sunlight?

  3. How do I balance flexibility and hardness in my water-based formulation?

Course Outline

PU Composition

  • Hard vs soft segments
  • Isocyanates and polyols
  • Preparation methods

Composition vs coating performance

Types of PUD used for the different applications

  • Wood Coatings
  • Leather finishing
  • Textile coatings
  • Paper coatings

Guideline formulation for various applications

Selection of raw materials based on final application

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Prerequisites for this course

Participants will benefit more if they:

  1. Know what polyurethanes are and have seen their use in coatings or adhesives.
  2. Have worked with either solvent-based or water-based formulations.
30 min Q & As for this course
Interact directly with your tutor and clarify your doubts
  1. 30 mins per session for Questions and Answers
  2. Clarify your doubts.
  3. If your questions are not answered, dont worry you will recieve tutor’s reply via email after sessions.
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