Construction Materials | Architectural Coatings SILRES® - Silicone Construction Chemicals

This seminar will show participants what they need to know to make the ideal use of SILRES® silicones for construction application

Requirements

Basic knowledge of chemistry

Agenda

On Site Solutions:

• Fundamentals of silicone; overview of construction chemistry
• Introduction to the SILRES®, SILRES® BS and SREP® product classes, their their mode of action and their applications
• Applications of silane/siloxane-based primers.
• Silane and/or siloxane-based impregnating agents as colorless surface protection for mineral-based substrates, e.g. bricks, concrete and natural stone
• Siliconates, silanes and siloxanes for in-plant impregnation of building materials
• Information on various applications in the construction industry, including concrete protection, wood impregnation, clay products such as bricks and clinker brick, etc.

Decorative Coatings:

• Chemistry – Silicone Oils vs. Silicone Resins
• Silicones in Paints
  • Common Analytical Methods
  • Distribution of Silicone Oils and Silicone Resins in Decorative Coatings
  • SILRES® BS Portfolio for Decorative Coatings
  • Silicone Resins for Improved Dirt Pick-Up Resistance
  • Silicone Oils for Water Beading and Alkaline Stability
• Product Selection Guide

Laboratory tour:

• Relevant standards and application technology testing (in the lab)
• Hands-on demonstrations in the lab

Seminar objectives

This seminar will teach participants what they need to know to make ideal use of SILRES® silicones as construction chemicals. Starting with protection of mineral substrates, like concrete, and the mode of action for binders and additives in paints and coatings. The seminar will also cover current uses up to and including test methods for various formulations and applications.

Target audience

Technicians, marketing managers, sales managers

Seminar language

German, English

Fee (plus VAT)

Number of participants