FREE SESSIONS
Introduction to the Basics of UV/EB Curing
Dr. Mike J. Idacavage, Colorado Photopolymer Solutions
TRACK A
8:00-10:00 AM - Printing + Packaging I
Bisphenol A Free Resin Options for Inks and Overprint VarnishesJo Ann Arceneaux, Allnex USA, Inc.
Overcoming challenges of LED in graphic arts applications
Anna Johnson, Sartomer
Nestle Compliant Chemistries to Enable Next Generation Formulations
James Goodrich, Miwon North America
UV LED Flexographic Printing
Jennifer Heathcote, Phoseon Technology
10:15-12:15 PM - Printing + Packaging II
Waterbased UV LED Curable Compositions for Graphics Applications, Including Food Packaging and Inkjet InksJo Ann Arceneaux, Allnex USA, Inc.
Residual building block chemicals in raw materials and finished printing inks - A risk assessment approach to manufacturing and detection limits
Natasha Banke, INX International Ink Co.
Alternatives to Bisphenol A (BPA) based energy cure oligomers for printing and packaging applications
Dev Nagvekar, BASF Corporation
UV LED Low Migration Laminating Adhesives for Flexible Packaging
Jake Staples, Ashland
1:15 - 3:15 PM - UV LED I
Improved Curing Solutions with LED Wavelengths below 365nmMike Kay, Excelitas Technologies
Raw Material Selection Considerations for UV/LED Applications
Michael Gould, RAHN USA
Curing Traditional Formulations with Multi-Wavelength LEDs
Brett Skinner, Heraeus Noblelight America
The Effects of UV Glass Optics on UV LED Arrays
Justine Galbraith, Kopp Glass
3:30 - 5:30 PM - UV LED II
Highly efficient UVLED curing process with IR irradiationKazuo Ashikaga, Heraeus KK
The Synthesis and Characterization of a Novel Photoinitiator for UV – LED PhotoCuring System
Yangyang Xin, Beijing Normal University
Characterizing UV LED Curing Systems
Jennifer Heathcote, Phoseon Technology
Trends and Advances in Measuring UV LED Arrays
Jim Raymont, EIT
TRACK B
8:00-10:00 AM - Coatings
Cure Speed Measurements of UV-LED Curable Optical Fiber CoatingsXiaosong Wu, DSM Functional Materials
Guns vs. Bells - What's the Best Way to Apply My UV Cure Coating?
Michael Bonner, Saint Clair Systems, Inc.
UV Energy Cure for Formable Hard-Coated Polymeric Film & Sheet
Bruce K Bachman, CSI Group of Companies
10:15-12:15 PM - Formulation
A Bright Future for Light-Cured Composite MaterialsAlan J. Jacobsen, Light Composites LLC
Thiol Chemistry: Past and Progress
Jon Scholte, Sartomer
Controlling Viscosity of Spray Applied Coatings While Considering Environmental Compliance
Kristy Wagner, Red Spot Paint and Varnish
POSS Coating Additives: Epoxy and Acrylic Tool Kits
Joe Lichtenhan, Hybrid Plastics Inc.
1:15 - 3:15 PM - Waterborne
New Applications for Water Borne UV ResinsJonathan Shaw, Allnex
Structure-property relationship study of UV-curable polyurethane dispersions
Ziniu Yu, BASF
Waterborne UV Curable Resins for Industrial Wood Applications
Laurie Morris, Alberdingk Boley, Inc.
A Waterborne for Every Reason: The Expanding Capability and Applicability of Waterborne Resins
Kent Renkema, Aal Chem
3:30 - 5:30 PM - Electron Beam
Measuring Radiation Yield in EB Polymerizations via Raman SpectroscopyNicole Kloepfer, University of Iowa
Predicting Dose Rate Effects in EB Polymerizations Based on Monomer Structure
Sage M. Schissel (eT) and Nicole Kloepfer (UI), ebeam Technologies
Comparison of Photo- and EB-Initiated Polymerizations Based on Equivalent Initiation Energy
Sage M. Schissel, ebeam Technologies
Low Voltage EB equipment development to meet the challenges of fast growing packaging market
Im Rangwalla, Energy Sciences Inc.
Exhibit Theater

10:15 - 11:00 AM - The Future of Manufacturing and Customer Use in the Automotive Industry
Confirmed panelists:
- Chris Seubert, Ford Motor Co.
- David Fenn, PPG
- Mary Ellen Rosenberger, BaySpring Solutions
- Jim Konen, UPS
1:15 - 3:15 PM - Electron Beam for Packaging
Application of EB Curing in Tobacco Packaging in ChinaVincent LUO, CGN Dasheng Electron Accelerator Technology Co. Ltd.
Current State and Unmet Performance Needs of the Flexible Packaging Market
Kelly Williams, Futamura
Panel Discussion Featuring:
- Todd Fayne, Pepsico
- Im Rangwalla, ESI Vincent LUO, CGN Dasheng Electron Accelerator Technology Co. Ltd.
- Vincent LUO, CGN Dasheng Electron Accelerator Technology Co. Ltd.
- Kelly Williams, Futamura
- Wang Ke, China Tobacco Zhejiang Industrial Co., Ltd
3:30 - 4:15 PM - Panel: 3D Printing
Confirmed Panelists:
- Maximilian Zieringer, Formlabs
- Mike Idacavage, Colorado Photopolymer Solutions
- Jo Ann Arceneaux, Allnex
- Adam Steege, Trio Labs
- Josh Hope, Mimaki USA
TRACK C
10:15-12:15 PM - New Product Debut II
Oligomer Selection for Flexible 3D Printing Resins
David Robitaille, Dymax
Advanced resins for advancing Radcure innovations in flooring, automotive and graphics sectors
Scott Auger, Allnex
Cationic UV Solutions
David Zopf, Nagase America Corporation
High Power UV-LED Illuminators for DLP® Digital Exposure Applications; 3D Printing and Lithography
Kevin Carr, Innovations in Optics, Inc.
Ushio Unijet Series UV LED
Michael Hughes, Ushio
UV LED Optic Design Lab
Sharayah Campbell, Kopp Glass
Light Hammer Mark III: The Next Generation - energy efficient, smart and Industry 4.0 ready
Kevin Joesel, Heraeus Noblelight America LLC
SEMRAY: The scalable LED platform with Industry 4.0 capability
Lonnie Murphy, Heraeus Noblelight America LLC

1:15 - 3:15 - RadLaunch Presentations
Photopolymerizable, Remoldable Thermosetting Polymers
Brady Worrell, Dynamic Matter LLC
Additive Manufacturing Of Low-Density UV-Curable Resins To Produce Lightweight Structures For Automotive Applications (“The Foam Printing Project”)
Matthew N Pearlson, The Foam Printing Project
Light enabled orthopedic casting and splinting with PhotoCast
Joseph Lomakin, Reboot Medical
Smart Composites For Additive Manufacturing: From research to market
Michele Tonizzo, moi composites srl
Quantum Nano-Materials for Photocatalytic Applications
Nir Waiskopf, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Metal 3D Printing for Precision High Volume Production
Adam Steege, Trio Labs
Transferrable Shadow Cure
Julie L. P. Jessop, University of Iowa
3:30 - 5:30 - New Technology Trends
Hydrophilicity Enhancement of UV Cured Acrylic Materials
Sivapackia Ganapathiappan, Boyi Fu and Ankit Vora, Applied Materials, Inc.
Develop Functional Films and R2R Process
Nizamidin Jappar, Kimoto Tech Inc.
Radiation Cured Parts : Impact of Semiconductor Wafer Cleaning
Ashwin Chockalingam, Rajeev Bajaj, Applied Materials, Inc.
Use of High Refractive Index Materials in Display and Lighting Applications
Serpil Williams, Pixelligent Technologies LLC