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Replacing Solvents in Industrial Coatings with Hansen Solubility Parameters

Replacing Solvents in Industrial Coatings with Hansen Solubility Parameters
Language: English
Length: 90 min
Sep 16, 2025 03:00 PM
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Course Description

Easily find greener alternatives to your existing solvents and meet the regulatory & safety requirements (low toxicity, VOC, flammability...) faster.

Leading expert, François Magnin will share science-based predictive method using Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP) for quicker solvent selection. HSP calculation methods, examples and the key factors to consider (solubility volume, solvent evaporation profile…) will be discussed in detail.
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Dr. François Magnin – Expert in Coatings, Solvents & Market Strategy

Dr. François Magnin is a seasoned specialist in the coatings industry with over a decade of hands-on experience spanning technical innovation and strategic market insight. He earned his PhD in Physical Chemistry from the prestigious École Supérieure de Physique et de Chimie Industrielles (ESPCI) in Paris.

Dr. Magnin began his professional journey at Rhodia (now part of Solvay), where he held several Technical Manager roles. There, he developed in-depth expertise in paints, coatings, and solvents, while also gaining a strong understanding of the European chemical market and its business dynamics.

In 2012, he founded Chemlynx, a consulting firm dedicated to providing both technical and strategic support to companies in the chemical industry. Through Chemlynx, Dr. Magnin helps clients solve complex formulation challenges, optimize product performance, and align their innovations with evolving market needs.

With his strong scientific foundation and business acumen, Dr. Magnin is widely recognized for bridging the gap between R&D and market success in the coatings sector.

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Why should you view this course?

With VOC regulations, the advent of newer resins, and high-cost pressures, there is a huge drive to replace harmful solvents in industrial coatings. However, solvent replacement/reformulation can be time-consuming with many factors to consider: which solvent to test, in what ratio, how to target specific polymer/binder...

This requires you to find a route that can help you work smarter and faster. Good news is: ‘science can help!’ Using Hansen Solubility Parameters, you can easily avoid hours of unfocused trials and make the process considerably less complicated. Join this course to:

  1. Shorten time spent on trial & error when finalizing the alternative solvents based on a smart mapping of Hansen Solubility Parameters.

  2. Replace existing solvents and/or blends to align with your needs (cost considerations, new resin chemistries, etc.).

  3. Solve film defects by using HSP monitoring when dealing with evaporation.

  4. Meet both regulation & safety requirements (low toxicity, VOC, etc.) with very practical tips for solvent replacement.

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Who should join this course?

  • Solvent-based industrial coatings formulators involved in formulation optimization and troubleshooting must opt for this course.

  • Complete the course and (unlock your personalized certificate)– your badge of accomplishment awaits!

  • This course is suitable for intermediate level proficiency
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Course Outline

What drives the need for new solvents and reformulation?

  • New formulations
  • New regulations
  • Other factors (cost, availability, etc.)

Factors affecting the choice of solvent:

  • Solubility/compatibility
  • Viscosity
  • How solvents help in obtaining high-quality coating

How to find greener solvents faster with Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP)?

  • Understanding the HSP model & its parameters (dispersion forces, polarity, dipole-dipole interaction, hydrogen bonding)
  • How to use them?
  • How to measure solubility parameters?
  • Calculation of the HSP of a blend

Applying theory to practice with application examples:

  • Plasticizer for coatings
  • Nanoparticles formulations
  • Solvent blend for 2K epoxy
  • Replacing a solvent

How to calculate HSP of a molecule?

  • HoY & Van Krevelen method
  • Stefanis Panayiotou group contribution method
  • Y-MB method

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