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Visit www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane for more information. Connect with CPI and conference attendees on LinkedIn and Twitter . Follow @AmChemEvents September 23-25, 2013 Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona Register online at www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane or call 1.202.249.6121 Gateway to North America’s Polyurethanes Industry NEW! Pre-Conference EHS Workshop, Enhanced PDP Courses and Much More

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Program Overview

September 23-25, 2013 Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona

Register online at www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane

or call 1.202.249.6121

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Sunday, September 22: On-Site Registration 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

PDP Courses Pre-conference Workshop: Introduction to EHS Issues Relative to Diisocyanates 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Monday, September 23: On-Site Registration 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Opening Session 9:30 – 11:00 AM

PDP Courses 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Table Top Exhibits & Poster Session 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Technical Sessions

Appliance/Energy Critical Foams 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Chemistry & Fundamentals 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Environment, Health & Safety (SPF) 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Flame Retardants & Combustibility 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Industry Reception 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Tuesday, September 24: On-Site Registration 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

PDP Courses 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Table Top Exhibits & Poster Session 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Technical Sessions

Automotive 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Coatings & Footwear 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Construction 1 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Construction 2 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Environment, Health & Safety (General) 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Flexible Foams 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Renewable Content Polyols 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Processing Innovations 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Wednesday, September 25: On-Site Registration 7:30 – 10:00 AM

Table Top Exhibits & Poster Session 8:00 – 10:30 AM

Technical Sessions

Construction 3 8:00 – 11:00 AM

Elastomers 8:00 – 11:00 AM

Supply Chain Symposium 8:00 – 11:00 AM

Sustainability 8:00 – 11:00 AM

Closing Session/Luncheon 11:30 AM

Awards Ceremony Presentation of CPI 2012 End Use Market Survey

Important Deadlines:June 18 Polyurethane Innovation Award entries due July 12 Final Technical Paper and Power Point presentation due

(for accepted papers)August 22 Poster abstract submissions deadline August 30 Early bird deadline for Conference and PDP registration August 30 Cutoff for hotel room reservations

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

Why You Should AttendWith more than 70 papers presented in 16 technical sessions, you’ll be among the first to learn about the industry’s latest technical developments.

Network! Network! Network! There’s no other event in North America where you can find more than 800 polyurethanes professionals all under one roof. Connect with the best in the industry to grow your business.

Why You Should Exhibit • Reach a target audience of polyurethanes industry professionals representing the leading companies• Learn the key issues influencing your customers’ decisions• Generate new and refresh existing business leads• Make the connection between conference themes and your business

Be a part of the most comprehensive event for the polyurethanes industry in North America!

NEW! Pre-Conference Workshop: Introduction to Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Issues Relative to Diisocyanates Sunday, September 22, 1:00 - 5:00 PM

To be successful in today’s polyurethanes industry, professionals must understand the fundamentals of and ever-changing regulations related to environment, health and safety (EHS) topics relevant to diisocyanates. This workshop, which is free to all conference attendees, will help professionals understand the fundamental concepts of EHS regulations, industrial hygiene, toxicology, medical surveillance and exposure controls. This workshop will help polyurethane professional better educate those who work with diisocyanates on their safe handling use and help safeguard our environment.

2013

Early Registration Savings!Register before August 30 and save $200.00 on your full conference registration. Register at www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane. Accepted forms of payment are Check, VISA, MasterCard or American Express.

Registration Cancellation Policy

Registrations cancelled by August 30 shall be refunded via the original method of payment less a $65 administrative fee. Cancellations after this date will not be refunded; however, substitutions are permitted at any time. The Student Registration and Optional Spouse Registration items are exempt from any administrative cancellation fee.

All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to:

2013 Polyurethanes Technical Conference c/o American Chemistry Council 700 2nd Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Tel: 1-202-249-6121 • Fax: 1-202-478-2594 Email: [email protected]

Conference Proceedings

A Conference Proceedings flash drive is included with all Full and One-Day Conference and PDP registrations. Additional Proceedings are available on-site for purchase.

This year’s Conference Proceedings flash drive Sponsored by

This year’s Conference badge lanyards Sponsored by

Hotel ReservationsThe Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel is the host hotel for this year’s conference. Room reservations must be booked by August 30 to receive the ACC/CPI discounted hotel room rates. CLICk hErE for hotel reservations, or call the Sheraton at 1-866-837-4213. Be sure to indicate that you are attending the 2013 Polyurethanes Technical Conference to qualify for the group rate of $199 per night (single/double occupancy).

This year’s hotel room keycards Sponsored by

Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel

Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel is the largest hotel in Arizona and stands as a cultural oasis, redefining the concept of an urban hotel. Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel is at the epicenter of Phoenix, conveniently located minutes from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International airport, adjacent to the Phoenix Convention Center, and just steps away from over 40 restaurants. This new 31-story hotel redefines the city’s skyline, offering great mountain and skyline views. The hotel offers over 1,000 guest rooms, modern meeting space, outdoor pool and onsite fitness center.

Phoenix – Arizona’s urban heart and America’s sunniest metropolis!Things are different in the desert. The sky is bigger. The stars are brighter. The sunsets stop you in your tracks.

Established in 1868, the city of Phoenix is the sixth largest city in the United States. The city’s 500 square miles contain many architectural, historical and scenic jewels as well as shopping and dining centers. For more information on our host city, Phoenix, Arizona, CLICk hErE.

Call for PostersTechnical poster abstracts are being accepted until August 22. Posters may address breakthrough technology in the polyurethane market or chemistry, developing markets such as medical or fiberboard markets, or advancements in product areas such as rigid foam insulation or coatings. Posters may also focus on environmental and stewardship issues, such as estimating product emissions and end of product life management. Submit your Poster abstract at www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane.

Become an ExhibitorExhibiting couldn’t be easier or more affordable at this year’s conference! Each table top space includes everything you need to present your company’s products and services to more than 800 conference attendees. To ensure maximum exposure, the exhibits will be located in the same ballroom as the complimentary refreshments, and cell phone charging stations and just steps away from the Poster Session and the technical sessions. This is the only exhibit opportunity in North America for this value-chain wide audience.Tables are limited – book yours today! Download the Exhibitor Prospectus and floor plan at www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane or contact Mary Novack at [email protected] to reserve your space.

Become a SponsorSponsorship at the 2013 Polyurethanes Technical Conference gives your company tremendous visibility to the polyurethane marketplace as well as greater visibility among your peers at the conference. It demonstrates your support for the industry and for CPI.Available sponsorship packages include:

For more information about any of the above opportunities visit www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane or contact Mary Novack at [email protected].

Polyurethane Innovation AwardEach year, CPI holds the Polyurethane Innovation Award Program, which highlights the role that innovation plays in the polyurethane industry by recognizing companies and individuals whose vision and perseverance bring new products, technologies and initiatives to the marketplace.

Entries must represent new innovations: the idea, technology or process may not have been submitted to CPI for the Innovation Award before and must not have been available for commercial sales longer than 15 months prior to the submission deadline for this year’s award (June 18). Joint submissions will be accepted for evaluation by the judging panel.

The 2013 Innovation Award Winner will be announced on Wednesday morning, September 25 during the Closing Session. To learn how to submit an application or for more information on the 2013 Innovation Award, visit www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane. The entry submission deadline is 5:00 PM EDT on June 18, 2013.

This year’s Innovation Award Sponsored by

• Industry Reception • Conference WiFi

• Technical Sessions • Opening Session • Closing Session

• Cell Phone Charging Stations • Refreshment Break

Opening Session Monday, September 23, 9:30 AM Sponsored by

Industry Reception Monday, September 23, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Sponsored by

Complimentary Refreshments in the exhibit hall throughout the conference Sponsored by

Closing SessionWednesday, September 25, 11:30 AM Sponsored by

Cell Phone Charging Stations Sponsored by

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Professional Development Program Sunday, September 22 – Tuesday, September 24

The Professional Development Program (PDP) is an exclusive offering of the Polyurethanes Technical Conference where participants can broaden their technical knowledge and expertise as they learn from the best in the industry. During the three-day program that begins on Sunday, September 22, attendees can choose from eight seminars on a variety of topics that run concurrently with the technical conference. Led by subject-matter experts with years of experience in the industry, the PDP is an exceptional value, with a cost of only a single payment of $150 for access to all eight courses. A full list of course offerings is included on page 6.

TEChNICAL SESSIONS Appliance/Energy Critical FoamsSponsored by

Monday, September 23, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:Edward Ball, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC Mike Krupa, BASF Corporation Jeff King, Dow John Muto, Hennecke Inc. David Williams, Honeywell

Moderator:Mike Krupa, BASF Corporation

Vice Moderator: Ken Davis, GE

The Energy Critical Foam session focuses on the next generation of low Global Warming Potential (GWP) blowing agents. As the picture of availability of these new blowing agents, becomes clearer, the next year will be a critical time as manufacturers focus on these new offerings. This session concentrates on the new ultra low GWP blowing agents used in combination with current blowing agents. This gives additional formulation flexibility while obtaining a more optimum performance. Process improvements are included to help optimize both process and physical properties. New raw materials are also evaluated with the next generation blowing agents to make more robust formulations. Papers will be given from raw material suppliers, an additive supplier, a blowing agent supplier, and original equipment manufacturers on formulation flexibility and performance; process improvements to help optimize both process and physical properties; and new raw materials.

AutomotiveSponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession Organizers:Richard Werner, Cannon USA Rich Rossio, Chem-Trend LP Allan James, Dow Hamdy Khalil, Woodbridge Foam Corporation

Moderator: Robert Dawe, Lear

Vice Moderator: Courtney Thurau, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

Papers in this session will present information on advancements in load floor composite structures, Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) low density technologies with renewable content, and methods of providing lower VOC’s for High Resilience (HR) flexible molded foams via silicone surfactants with reduced siloxane emissions and mold release selection in order to meet VDA 278 requirements.

Chemistry and FundamentalsMonday, September 23, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:Rick Adkins, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC Robert Grigsby, Huntsman International, LLC Ladislau Heisler, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc. Hamdy Khalil, Woodbridge Foam Corporation

Moderator: Hamdy Khalil, Woodbridge Foam Corporation

Vice Moderator: Robert Grigsby, Huntsman International, LLC

In this session, we will include three different rigid foam developments: the development of a simulation method for mathematically modeling the polyurethane foam reaction; the use of a model rigid foam system to study structure property correlations; and the development of new soy-based polyols for rigid spray foams. Also, the session will cover new soy bean and castor oil dispersions for waterborne PU applications. The final presentation will cover a comparison of the differences between batch production and continuous dosing in PU systems as related to quality.

Coatings and FootwearSponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:Juan Carlos Medina, Dow Daniel Rosenvasser, Huntsman International, LLC Jason Stengel, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.

Moderator: Rafael Camargo, Huntsman International, LLC

Vice Moderator: Jason Stengel, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.

This session will highlight recent technical developments in coatings technology, and microcellular elastomers for footwear. New backbones, water-soluble catalysts, and novel applications in the coatings space will be described. In particular, polyols incorporating hydrophobic ethers of low viscosity and its benefits will be presented. Likewise, polyols incorporating ether and carbonate bonds will be introduced, as well as new applications for o-TDA polyols are on the agenda. Catalysts with applicability in polyurethane dispersions due to their water stable characteristics are also included. The session concludes by describing work on polyurethane microcellular elastomers that can meet new performance requirements in footwear applications.

(in alphabetical order)

Construction 1: Advancing the Science of PUr / PIr Construction FoamSponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession Organizers:James Tobias, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Edward Ball, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC Jeff King, Dow John Tolley, Hennecke Inc.

Moderator: Bob Gardner, Hunter Panels

Vice Moderator: William Nicola, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC

LEED, new model building codes requiring more building energy efficiency, and proposals to regulate Greenhouse Gas emissions make consideration of environmental impact and maximizing energy efficiency very important in developing the next generation of PUR and PIR insulating foams for construction applications. This session will focus on the many ways the versatility of polyurethane chemistry helps the construction industry meet these challenges. Presentations will be made on the application of low Global Warming Potential (GWP) blowing agents, additives for construction insulation, and HCFC transitions in the developing nations.

Construction 2: Advancing the Science of Spray Polyurethane Foam for the Construction IndustrySponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:James Tobias, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Edward Ball, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC Jeff King, Dow John Tolley, Hennecke Inc.

Moderator: David Williams, Honeywell

Vice Moderator: James Tobias, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation of commercial and residential structures can significantly contribute to achieving goals of raising energy efficiency while lowering environmental impact by creating an air barrier. This session highlights industry advances in formulations designed to reduce environmental impact by discussing ways to gain energy efficiency. Presentations on the latest work in optimizing low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) blowing agents, additives for improved SPF properties, product application and foam performance over time will be featured.

Construction 3: Advancing the Science of PUr / PIr Construction FoamWednesday, September 25, 2013 8:00 - 11:00 AMSession Organizers:James Tobias, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Edward Ball, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC Jeff King, Dow John Tolley, Hennecke Inc.l

Moderator: Jeff King, Dow

Vice Moderator: Todd Volz, Dow

This session continues the focus on the many ways the versatility of polyurethane chemistry helps the construction industry meet today’s energy conservation challenges. Here you will learn about some of the latest construction foam developments using low GWP 4th generation blowing agents. The need to improve the energy consumption of existing structures is also addressed by talks on advances in the development of insulation foams for retrofit applications.

ElastomersSponsored by

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 8:00 - 11:00 AMSession Organizers:Juan Carlos Medina, Dow Daniel Rosenvasser, Huntsman International, LLC

Moderator: Daniel Rosenvasser, Huntsman International, LLC

Vice Moderator: Nathan Wilmot, Dow

This session will highlight recent technical developments in PU elastomer technology, especially different components that can be used to improve the processing and performance of the final urethane products. Components described in this presentation will include TDI prepolymers that, through blending, enable the users to obtain elastomers of different hardnesses; aliphatic and MDI-based prepolymers are also described. Different families of polyols, the use of butanediol and 1,3-propane diol as chain extenders, and non-mercury catalysts with delayed action will be presented. The use of nanoparticles, such as halloysite clay nanotubes (HNT) and graphene nanoplatelets, in model PU systems will be described.

Environment, health and Safety 1 Sponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession Organizers:William Robert, BASF Corporation Cynthia Graham, Huntsman International, LLC

Moderator: William Robert, BASF Corporation

Vice Moderator: Cynthia Graham, Huntsman International, LLC

This EH&S session will highlight key industry research on spray polyurethane foam (SPF). First, CPI’s ongoing research about the effect of ventilation rates on concentrations of SPF chemical vapor and particulates emitted during application of low pressure, half pound and two pound high pressure SPF will be presented. Second, a study on the re-entry time and ventilation of a crawl space after application of low-pressure SPF will be discussed. This will be followed by Industrial Hygiene air monitoring for MDI during application of half-pound or open cell SPF and then an evaluation of the surface curing time that demonstrates the lack of available isocyanate groups on the surface of the foam from the three generic SPF formulas (low pressure, half and two pound high pressure foam). Lastly, SPFA’s Professional Certification Program (PCP) developed to meet an ANSI/ISO Standard will be described. This program features individual certification at four different levels in two categories (insulation and roofing) and reaches across the value chain including installers, contractors, distributors and manufacturing firms.

Environment, health and Safety 2Monday, September 23, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:William Robert, BASF Corporation Cynthia Graham, Huntsman International, LLC

Moderator: William Robert, BASF Corporation

Vice Moderator: Cynthia Graham, Huntsman International, LLC

This EH&S session will highlight a number of topics. First, our industry’s research on developing ASTM standards for spray polyurethane foam (SPF) test specimen preparation and measuring emissions of VOCs (typical indoor air chemicals) and semi VOCs (such as MDI or flame retardants) will be presented. Next, CPI’s ongoing and updated Regulatory Compliance Assistance Program (RCAP) will be highlighted. The next presentation will describe a case study that evaluated the potential for exposure during the application of a couple of sports tracks in Texas. Lastly, the research on an alternative decontamination solution for diisocyanate drums which is readily available and acceptable for publicly-owned treatment works (POTWs) will be presented.

Flame retardants and CombustibilityMonday, September 23, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:Michael Nagridge, ICL-IP America, Inc. Mitesh Shah, BASF Corporation

Moderator: Michael Nagridge, ICL-IP America, Inc.

Vice Moderator: Mitesh Shah, BASF Corporation

This session will focus on new developments in improving flame retardant properties of flexible and rigid polyurethane foam, status of the flame retardant TCPP, as well as an update on flame retardant industry issues. In our first paper, we will examine the development of a new polymer polyol for combustion-modified high resiliency foams. The versatility of the new polyol over a variety of foam grades, physical properties, and flammability performance will be discussed. The next paper will cover new developmental products in flame retardant technologies for polyurethane foam applications. This presentation will focus on the activities to create, evaluate, and commercialize new product to meet today’s challenges in the polyurethane foam industry. A paper showing the effect of adding a polymeric flame retardant to polyurethane foam, specifically polyisocyanurate and polyurethane rigid foams, and the sustainability of this new developmental product in terms of energy conservation will be discussed. Next will be a paper that will review the regulatory status and health, safety, and environmental profile of TCPP, a well-known flame retardant used in the rigid foam industry. This will be followed by a presentation of industry issues with regard to flammability and regulations including the latest update on regulations, challenges, and opportunities with regard to fire safety in the polyurethane market.

Flexible FoamsTuesday, September 24, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:Susan McVey, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC Dale Hunter, Dow Don Ridgway, Huntsman International, LLC Ladislau Heisler, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.

Moderator: Mark Ragsdale, Milliken Chemical

Vice Moderator: Gene Wiltz, Huntsman International, LLC

The session begins with a paper covering heat storage and heat transfer agents for mattress foams. Second, we will showcase a paper discussing the use of polycarbonate polyols to enhance foam physical properties. The theme of improved physical properties is continued in the third paper that investigates the synergy between tin catalysts and flame retardants in high resiliency foam.

The current issues facing the flexible foam slabstock industry, including flammability, worker safety considerations and environmental sustainability, will be presented. Flammability will also be the subject of a paper that looks at how proposed changes in California’s TB117 could be addressed using innovative approaches.

Processing InnovationsSponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 2:00 - 5:00 PMSession Organizers:Richard Werner, Cannon USA Barry Metzler, Graco Ohio, Inc. John Muto, Hennecke Inc. John Tolley, Hennecke Inc.

Moderator: Barry Metzler, Graco Ohio, Inc.

Vice Moderator: John Tolley, Hennecke Inc

The 2013 Processing Innovations session will be very informative on a wide range of subjects from automotive issues to the bulk storage of materials. The session will start with updates on the clear coat technology that is used in decorative trim manufacturing for automobile interiors. This will be followed by new technologies in NDI PU production systems. Also being discussed are the design and installation considerations for underground storage systems for cyclopentane. The automotive industry is revisited with new advancements in the LDMI processing for NVH foam implementation. The session will be concluded with updates on PU industry processing.

renewable Content PolyolsSponsored by

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession Organizers:Todd Bates, Huntsman International, LLC Ladislau Heisler, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.

Moderator: Jack Dai, Cargill, Inc.

Vice Moderator: Ladislau Heisler, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.

The renewable content polyols session will start with three papers that look at the preparation, applications, and physical properties of polyester polyols derived from succinic acid. The fourth paper will look at the continued development of renewable and non-food grade biopolyols containing lignin for rigid PU foams. The last paper will examine waterborne polyurethane dispersions based on Chitosan, a biorenewable natural polysaccharide widely used for biomedical purposes.

Supply Chain SymposiumWednesday, September 25, 2013 8:00 - 11:00 AMSession Organizers:David Bazzetta, BASF Corporation Bill Wehrle, BASF Corporation

Moderator: Bill Wehrle, BASF Corporation

Vice Moderator: David Bazzetta, BASF Corporation

This session is an update from the Supply Chain Symposium presented a year ago by a group from the BASF Isocyanate Business that has developed and implemented a sustainable collaborative process improvement methodology with its bulk trucking partners. Known as the Isocyanates Bulk Trucking Symposium, this annual event is now in its fourth year. The event is attended by 40 –50 individuals from BASF as well as representatives from each trucking company.

In an effort to provide more actionable information from the value chain, key strategic customers and partners throughout the value chain are invited to participate in the 2013 Symposium to address specific supply chain issues and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in their individual areas.

Sustainability: keeping Polyurethanes Positioned for the FutureSponsored by

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 8:00 - 11:00 AMSession Organizer:Edward Ball, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC

Moderator: James Tobias, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

Vice Moderator: Edward Ball, Bayer MaterialScience, LLC

Sustainability of products is a mainstream topic for society. Retailers, NGO’s, ratings agencies and even consumers are requiring more and more information about the sustainability of the products that are a part of our everyday lives. This informative session takes a look at aspects of sustainability as related to polyurethanes. Here sustainability is examined through the lens of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), residential energy management and complexities surrounding the use of naturally sourced raw materials.

Professional Development ProgramNow in its tenth year, the Polyurethane Professional Development Program (PDP) provides education and training for the global polyurethanes industry. During the three-day program, attendees can participate in any of the eight seminars on a variety of topics that run concurrently with the Polyurethanes Technical Conference. To participate in the PDP, participants must register for the conference. PDP tuition is a single payment of $150, which includes course materials, whether attending one or more courses. Participants must register for each seminar of interest and are encouraged to secure their spots in the professional development program early.

Visit www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane for details and registration.

PU 101: Introduction to Polyurethane Chemistry, Sunday, September 22, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

PU 102: Introduction to Polyurethane Technology, Monday, September 23, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

PU 103: Polyurethane Markets and Applications, Tuesday, September 24, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

PU 104A: Polyurethane Adhesives & Sealants, Sunday, September 22, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

PU 104B: Polyurethane Coatings & Elastomers, Monday, September 23, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

PU 105: Polyurethane Processing Equipment, Monday, September 23, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

PU 201: Polyurethane Raw Materials, Testing, Specifications and Performance: The Myth and the Magic, Tuesday, September 24, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

PU 204: Physical Testing of Polyurethane Foams, Sunday, September 22, 1:00 – 5:00 pm

PDP Course Materials Course materials will be provided for each Professional Development Program course series selected. Additional course materials are available on-site for purchase.

2013 Polyurethanes Technical Conference LeadershipTony Lanchak, Momentive Performance Materials, Inc., Conference Committee Chair

Paul Duffy, Icynene, Conference Committee Vice Chair

William Bunting, Evonik Goldschmidt Corporation, Poster Chair

Dale Hunter, Dow, Poster Vice Chair

Juan Carlos Medina, Dow, Polyurethane Professional Development Program Chair

Richard Werner, Cannon USA, Polyurethane Professional Development Program Chair